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2013/14 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
TRAN1010 Introduction to Transport Policy
10 creditsClass Size: 90
Module manager: Dr Dave Milne
Email: D.S.Milne@its.leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2013/14
This module is mutually exclusive with
| TRAN1030 | Intro to Surface & Air Transp |
This module is approved as an Elective
Module summary
- Ever wondered why Britain's roads are so congested and it's impossible to get a seat on the train? - Or why there seem to be no buses for ages and then several arrive at once? If so, maybe you've also wondered what the government is trying to do about it and thought that you could do a better job yourself. If any of these things sound familiar, this could be the module for you! During 'Introduction to Transport Policy' you will find out how transport systems have evolved, how they operate at present and what the prospects are for the future. Through a series of lectures and discussion groups, you will explore how transport contributes to quality of life, but also consider how it causes a range of problems for society that have taken it to the top of the political agenda in recent decades.You will learn about the full range of policy dilemmas facing the government in the transport sector, so that by the end of the module you should understand why the issues are so complex and how your own ideas and experiences may help to shape transport policy in the future.There are no limitations on who can enrol on this module, but it is particularly well suited to anyone studying for a social science or business related degree.For further information please contact Dave MilneObjectives
On completion of this module, students should be able to:- understand transport problems and trends, appropriate objectives and the role of transport in a modern society
- understand the way in which policy is developed, the organisations and people involved and the planning process and the principles on which policy is appraised and
- how these aspects affect key topical issues in transport.
Skills outcomes
Analysis of quantitative data to understand the current situation as well as past and prevailing trends
- Interpretation of written material to understand the role of policy actors, objectives and other issues involved in the development of policy
- Assimilation of material and interpretation to produce a clearly written essay
- Completion of MCQ tests
- Preparation for further, more detailed study of transport issues.
Syllabus
- Transport problems and trends.
- The role and objectives of transport in the economy and society (accessibility, efficiency, environment, safety, equity, sustainability and development).
- Responsibilities for transport
- Planning for transport
- Roads
- Rail
- Local transport
- Air transport
- The development of transport policy in York
- Actors in transport policy formulation
- Appraisal and the influence of national policy on local policy.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Revision Class | 1 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| Lecture | 15 | 1.00 | 15.00 |
| Seminar | 5 | 1.00 | 5.00 |
| Private study hours | 79.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 21.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 | ||
Private study
15 hours - Coursework20 hours - Reading for classes
20 hours - Further background reading
24 hours - Revision
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
- MCQ's in class- Contributions to classes
- Feedback on coursework.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Essay | 1,000 words | 15.00 |
| In-course MCQ | 5 x in class MCQs | 10.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 25.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 1 hr 30 mins | 75.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 75.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 06/05/2014
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