Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Public Transport
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: CTR11130
Module leader: Jonathan Cowie
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

The the module is broken down into three overarching themes:Introduction to Public Transport:This section outlines the major roles that public transport plays within society today, the different governance structure surrounding the delivery of public transport, the different approaches taken to the delivery of bus and rail public transport services, and some of the practical outcomes of these approaches.Issues in Public TransportThis section of the course develops some of the ideas outlined above further, to examine the different roles that public transport plays in supporting the local society and the wider economic community. Specific topics will include urban based public transport (what Americans call 'public transit'), the role of public transport in the more general social inclusion debate, attitudes and behaviours towards public transport usage, issues surrounding the provision of public transport in rural areas, and finally long distance public transport, which also includes examination of high speed rail and domestic air services.The Planning of Public TransportThe final section of the course considers topics associated with the planning and operation of public transport services. This will normally be examined under four specific areas which are public transport network design, the costing of public transport operations, including issues that need to be considered when bidding for a local authority contract, the use of intelligent transport systems (ITS) in the planning and management of public transport services and finally public transport information, and pricing, which includes real time information and smart ticketing.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically examine the role and function of public transport in the modern era.

LO2: Evaluate the role of the public and private sectors in the delivery of sustainable public transport services.

LO3: Appraise public transport policy objectives and delivery.

LO4: Design, evaluate and propose in outline a public transport enhancement scheme.

LO5: Critically review public perceptions of public transport usage and evaluate public transport’s role in sustainable economic, social and environmental policy goals.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Jonathan Cowie
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 15 Tutorials tend to vary in content, but normally surround the use of case studies, where you will be given a short text related to the topic that is being examined, and then working in small groups will discuss and answer a number of questions. There is then a washup session where these are shared with the whole class.
Independent Learning Centrally Time Tabled Examination 3 A centrally timetabled online exam is scheduled by the university exams team. This follows a standardised timetable, ensuring consistency in scheduling and exam regulations. The exam covers all module learning outcomes, and is of the format one compulsory question and then a choice of two from four
Online Guided independent study 167 Each unit contains a set of course notes and a list of further reading, which usually consists of relevant journal articles in the topic area. In addition to this, there are also self assessment exercises designed to underpinned what is being learned.
Face To Face Lecture 15 Lectures are used to introduce and outline the main topics within the course.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 40 4~5 Week 8 , WORDS= 3000 Words Propose an infrastructure based public transport enhancement that links directly into key social, economic and environmental policy aims.
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 60 1~2~3~4~5 Exam Period HOURS= 3 Hours A centrally timetabled online exam is scheduled by the university exams team. This follows a standardised timetable, ensuring consistency in scheduling and exam regulations. The exam covers all module learning outcomes, and is of the format one compulsory question and then a choice of two from four.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
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