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Chapter 5: The Simulation Environment: Learning to See a Traffic Signal System
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The purpose of this activity is to introduce you to the VISSIM simulation environment and to give you the
opportunity to explore some of its features.
Describe the basic features of VISSIM
Movie file: A27.mp4
PTVAmerica website: www.ptvamerica.com
Prepare a document that includes your answers to the Critical Thinking Questions
1.
What are some of the components of the VISSIM model that are accessible through the toolbar?
2. What are some of the traffic signal timing parameters that are required to specify the operation of the
RBC controller?
3. What kinds of evaluation data are produced by VISSIM and which ones might be most important in
evaluating a design?
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The VISSIM Simulation Model: Learning Your Way Around