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Fundamentals of Signalized Intersections

This course is intended for highway engineers, planners, and decision-makers involved with the planning, design, and operation of high-volume, signalized intersections.

Created byMark Rossow, PhD, PE (retired)
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(31 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated May 3, 2022
Fundamentals of Signalized Intersections

What You'll Learn

check_circleIdentify the physical components, operational terminology, and regulatory standards associated with signalized intersections.
check_circleDevelop appropriate traffic signal phasing plans based on intersection geometry, traffic volumes, and conflict points.
check_circleCalculate optimal signal timing parameters including cycle lengths, split times, and clearance intervals.
check_circleEvaluate the capacity and Level of Service (LOS) of a signalized intersection using standard traffic engineering methodologies.
check_circleIncorporate pedestrian, bicycle, and accessibility safety requirements into intersection design and signal timing.

About This Course

This online engineering PDH course provides key background information on three aspects of signalized intersections: user needs, geometric design, and traffic design and illumination. The intersection forms considered include signalized at-grade intersections and intersections with the potential for grade separation. The course provides a foundation of knowledge of signalized intersections that is useful as a learning tool for entry-level engineers and as a refresher for more experienced engineers.

Topics: Human factors Intersection users Channelization Horizontal and vertical alignment Sight distance Pedestrian facilities Bicycle facilities Traffic signal control type and phasing Vehicle and pedestrian displays Traffic signal pole layout Traffic signal controller Detection devices Basic signal timing parameters Signing and pavement marking design Illumination design

Your Instructor

Mark Rossow, PhD, PE (retired)
Mark Rossow, PhD, PE (retired)

Civil Engneering faculty member for 27 years

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Dr. Rossow is a graduate of the University of Michigan with B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois. He taught civil engineering for over 35 years, including six years at Washington University in St. Louis and 29 years at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where he was the Chair of the Civil Engineering Department for ten years. His areas of expertise are in civil engineering and mechanics. He has consulted for various organizations, including government agencies and an international offshore drilling company. He has published numerous technical journal articles and technical reports for a variety of governmental agencies and private sector organizations. Mark P. Rossow, PE, PhD Licensed Professional Engineer in State of Illinois License No. 062.040560 Dr. Rossow is a graduate of the University of Michigan with B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. He taught civil engineering for over 35 years, including six years at Washington University in St. Louis and 29 years at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where he was the Chair of the Civil Engineering Department for ten years. His areas of expertise are in civil engineering and mechanics. He has consulted for various organizations, including government agencies and an international offshore drilling company. He has published many journal articles and technical reports.

Credit Information

Do these courses count toward my professional development requirements?

This portal is provided as a training and development resource for City of Markham employees. Every course is delivered by a qualified subject matter expert or learning organization, is quantifiable in hours, and is verifiable — you receive a documented certificate of completion for every course you finish, stored on LearnFormula indefinitely.

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