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Traffic Flow Theory: Theory and Concepts

 
A course in transportation engineering wouldn't be complete without discussing some elements of Traffic Flow Theory. Most junior level courses cover several aspects of Traffic Flow Theory, including the topics listed below. To begin learning about Traffic Flow Theory, just click on the link of your choice. Topics followed by the characters '[d]' include an Excel demonstration.

Types of Traffic Flow
Traffic Flow Parameters
Speed-Flow-Density Relationship
Special Speed and Density Conditions
Greenshield's Model [d]
Time-Space Diagrams [d]
Shock Waves [d]
Queuing Theory