Transdisciplinary Transportation Studies (Graduate Certificate)

Program Overview

The Transdisciplinary Transportation Studies program at ASU provides students with a comprehensive understanding of transportation systems and their impact on society. The program's interdisciplinary approach and focus on real-world problem-solving prepare students for careers in transportation planning, engineering, policy, and research. The program is open to students from all academic backgrounds and is offered online and on-campus.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Transdisciplinary Transportation Studies (Graduate Certificate) program is designed to address the growing need for professionals with expertise in transportation systems. The program offers a unique opportunity for students to pursue a wide range of transportation-related issues from a multimodal, interdisciplinary perspective.

Objectives:

• To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of transportation systems and their impact on society.
• To equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to analyze and solve complex transportation problems.
• To prepare students for careers in transportation planning, engineering, policy, and research.

Program Description:

The Transdisciplinary Transportation Studies program draws upon the expertise of faculty from a variety of disciplines, including policy, planning, economics, technology, behavior, location, land use, equity, and sustainability. The program's curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in transportation systems, as well as the opportunity to specialize in a particular area of interest. Students can choose from a variety of elective courses in areas such as transportation planning, engineering, policy, and economics.

• The program is intended to be either a specialization within an existing master's degree or a stand-alone non-degree program.
• ASU is a transdisciplinary hub for innovative and integrative transportation research and education.
• The program contributes to the development of smart, sustainable, and socially equitable transportation systems.

Outline:

Program Structure:

• The program requires a total of 16 credit hours, including 3 credit hours of required core courses, 9 credit hours of transportation electives, 1 credit hour of an interdisciplinary transportation seminar, and 3 credit hours of a culminating project.
• Students can choose transportation electives from a variety of disciplines, including policy, planning, economics, technology, behavior, location, land use, equity, and sustainability.
• The culminating project provides students with an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world transportation problem.

Course Schedule:

• The program is offered online and on-campus.
• Online courses are offered asynchronously, which means that students can complete coursework at their own pace.
• On-campus courses are typically offered in the evenings and on weekends.
• CEE 591 Interdisciplinary Transportation Seminar (1 credit): This course provides students with an opportunity to learn about cutting-edge research in transportation from leading experts in the field.

Transportation Electives:

Students can choose from a variety of transportation electives, including:

• PUP 522 Transportation Policy and Planning (3 credits)
• PUP 523 Urban Transportation Systems (3 credits)
• PUP 524 Economics of Transportation (3 credits)
• PUP 525 Transportation Technology (3 credits)
• PUP 526 Transportation and Sustainability (3 credits)
• PUP 527 Transportation and Equity (3 credits)
• PUP 528 Transportation and Health (3 credits)
• PUP 529 Transportation and Land Use (3 credits)
• PUP 530 Transportation and Safety (3 credits)
• PUP 531 Transportation and Security (3 credits)
• PUP 593 Applied Project (3 credits): This course provides students with an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world transportation problem.

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

• Coursework, including exams, papers, and presentations
• Participation in class discussions
• Completion of a culminating project

Assessment Criteria:

• Students are assessed on their ability to:
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of transportation systems
• Apply transportation principles to real-world problems
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Work collaboratively with others

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, case studies, simulations, and field trips.
• The program also utilizes technology to enhance the learning experience, such as online learning platforms and video conferencing.

Faculty:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced and knowledgeable faculty from a variety of disciplines.
• The faculty are committed to providing students with a high-quality education and a supportive learning environment.

Unique Approach:

• The program's interdisciplinary approach provides students with a unique perspective on transportation issues.
• The program's focus on real-world problem-solving prepares students for careers in the transportation field.

Careers:

Career Opportunities:

• Transportation planner
• Transportation engineer
• Transportation policy analyst
• Transportation researcher
• Transportation consultant

Career Outcomes:

• Graduates of the program are employed in a variety of sectors, including government, consulting, and non-profit organizations.
• Many graduates also pursue further education in transportation-related fields.

Other:

• The program is open to students from all academic backgrounds.
• The program is designed to be flexible and accommodate the needs of working professionals.
• The program is also offered online, which provides students with the opportunity to complete their coursework from anywhere in the world.