Intersection Analysis Using SIDRA
INTERMEDIATE Workshop
The definition of the two-day SIDRA INTERSECTION INTERMEDIATE-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 INTERMEDIATE workshop is for people who already know how to use SIDRA INTERSECTION, or people who will also register for a BEGINNER workshop. For the workshop in Istanbul, Turkey (September 2010), a special INTRODUCTION session has been organised for those with little or no familiarity with SIDRA INTERSECTION.
The workshop will focus on effective application of SIDRA INTERSECTION to intersection analysis problems covering more advanced aspects of the use of SIDRA INTERSECTION in relation to output interpretation and the use of options and defaults.
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 a fairly 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 INTERMEDIATE workshop will cover all types of intersections including traffic signals (50 %), roundabouts (35 %), and sign-controlled (stop and give-way) intersections (15 %). Percentages indicate the approximate proportion of time intended to be allocated to each subject area.
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
- Attendance at a previous SIDRA INTERSECTION BEGINNER workshop, or a fairly good level of knowledge of the use of SIDRA INTERSECTION.
- A fairly good level of familiarity with traffic engineering methods and terminology, and knowledge of intersection evaluation concepts.
Workshop Objectives
Upon completion of the INTERMEDIATE 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 32 delegates, with one delegate per computer.