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TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING
Planes, Trains, Automobiles and More
South Mecklenburg High School
February 22, 2012
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Introductions
Vivek Hariharan, PE, LEED GA Undergrad in India Masters in The Ohio State University 4+ years of work experience with RS&H
Lou Raymond, PE, AICP Undergrad at Carnegie-Mellon University Masters at UNC Charlotte 17+ years of work experience
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Engineering
Different aspects of Engineering1. Computer Science2. Electrical3. Mechanical4. Chemical5. Industrial6. Civil
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Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering Structural Environmental Water Resources Geotechnical TRANSPORTATION
PlanningPublic InvolvementDesign OperationsConstruction
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So what is Transportation Engineering?
Science of safe and efficient movement of people and goods
What modes of transportation do transportation engineers deal with?
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What is Engineering
YOUTUBE VIDEO # 1
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Planning
Identify projects requiring attention Identifying the issues and suggest
methods to resolve them Setting up guidelines for other
Transportation Engineering events to follow
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Public Involvement
Public plays active role in transportation projects
Some projects are driven by public involvement process
Media, Workshops, Charrettes, and other Meetings
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Design
Pick an appropriate location Map out all alternatives Evaluate impacts per alternative Make final and detailed plans based on
best alternative chosen
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Operations
Analyze the alternatives considered under design
Suggest changes/improvements Simulate alternatives to understand
subtle improvements Accommodate all user types on roads
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Operations
VISSIM simulation video
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Construction
Acquire Final Construction Plans Supervise Construction and Maintain
Schedule Maintain safety precautions for workers
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Construction
YouTube UTAH BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION VIDEO
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Education and Training
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering Master’s degree or Doctorate Cooperative education Engineer Intern Professional Engineer
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ABET Accredited Colleges in the Carolinas offering Civil Engineering
North Carolina Universities: Duke University North Carolina A&T University North Carolina State University University of North Carolina at Charlotte
South Carolina Universities: Clemson University The Citadel University of South Carolina
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Where would I work?
Government Agency Consulting Firm Construction Firm College or University
Professor Researcher
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Why consider Transportation Engineering?
Interaction with others Creativity Latest Technology Travel You Get to See What You Build Help the Community
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Questions