Concepts in Urban Transportation Planning
Download or Read eBook Concepts in Urban Transportation Planning PDF written by Mintesnot G. Woldeamanuel and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2016-02-22 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Mintesnot G. Woldeamanuel |
| Publisher | : McFarland |
| Total Pages | : 289 |
| Release | : 2016-02-22 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781476623160 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1476623163 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (60 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Concepts in Urban Transportation Planning by : Mintesnot G. Woldeamanuel
Book excerpt: This book offers solutions for creating sustainable urban transportation. Topics include historical developments, planning, policy and legislative initiatives, nonmotorized and public transportation, environmental and social justice issues, and safety. The author discusses social, health and economic consequences of autocentric transportation and possible policy measures to address them. The important topic of changing travel behavior is discussed. Chapters contain straightforward concepts, case studies, review questions and ideas for class projects. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.
