Intersection Analysis Using SIDRA
ADVANCED Workshop
The definition of the two-day SIDRA INTERSECTION ADVANCED-level training workshop is given in this page. Please use the drop down menu above for other workshop definitions, and the menu on the right for specific workshop details and registration forms.
Workshop Level
The ADVANCED Workshop is offered for users with a good knowledge of the SIDRA INTERSECTION software, or people who will also register for an INTERMEDIATE workshop. This workshop aims to teach delegates how to employ SIDRA INTERSECTION using advanced procedures to analyse some complicated cases of practical importance.
The workshop combines hands-on sessions and instructions to teach participants how to effectively use SIDRA INTERSECTION, and how to apply and interpret results from the model to solve intersection problems at an advanced level.
Content
A good understanding of traffic operations at intersections is essential for effective use of traffic models for intersection design and traffic planning purposes. Model calibration is an important element of this process. The SIDRA INTERSECTION workshops are not just about intersection analysis, but aim to improve general understanding of operational analysis of all traffic facilities.
This is an interactive learning opportunity with hands-on computer experience, working together with instructors through many examples and case studies.
The ADVANCED workshop will cover the following topics:
- paired intersections (closely-spaced roundabouts, staggered T,
freeway diamond interchange),
- single point interchange (signalised),
- freeway interchange roundabout,
- bus priority at a signalised intersection,
- roundabout metering signals,
- staged vehicle manoeuvres at sign-controlled intersections,
- effect of upstream signals at sign-controlled intersections, and
- various merge situations.
- We will also discuss and give advice about the following topics:
- model calibration (signalised intersections, roundabouts, sign-control),
- surveys (saturation flows at signalised intersections, gap acceptance parameters at unsignalised intersections, queue length at intersections),
- assessment of capacity and delay results for sign-controlled intersections, and
- various modelling issues (selecting the analysis (peak flow) period, short lane excess flow, lane utilisation).
In this workshop, we will also present a brief hands-on demonstration of the SIDRA TRIP software package.
Target Audience
Traffic Engineers and Planners involved in the analysis of intersections for design, operations and planning purposes.
SIDRA INTERSECTION training workshops provide an excellent opportunity for networking by meeting your colleagues who are working in areas related to your work.
Prerequisites
- A good level of knowledge of the use of SIDRA INTERSECTION, or attendance at a previous SIDRA INTERSECTION INTERMEDIATE workshop.
- A good level of familiarity with traffic engineering methods and terminology and knowledge of intersection modelling and evaluation concepts.
Workshop Objectives
Upon completion of the ADVANCED Workshop, participants will:
- gain an improved knowledge of the capabilities of the latest SIDRA INTERSECTION version available and the types of problems it can solve;
- gain improved knowledge of the SIDRA INTERSECTION input, templates, defaults and options;
- be able to use various SIDRA INTERSECTION facilities effectively, including Design Life Analysis, Sensitivity Analysis, Signal Timing Optimisation, API applications, and the SIDRA INTERSECTION method of determining lane use at intersections;
- gain an improved understanding of SIDRA INTERSECTION output including the capacity, performance estimation and timing analysis methods used in SIDRA INTERSECTION; and
- gain an improved understanding of fundamentals of how signalised and unsignalised intersections operate towards achieving effective intersection design.
Duration
8.30 am to 5.00 pm on Day 1.
8.30 am to 4.30 pm on Day 2.
Class Size
Maximum class size is 30 delegates, with one delegate per computer.