Planning and Design Safer Roads for Pedestrians and Cyclists

Explore advanced techniques and contemporary best practices for designing and planning safer roads for pedestrians and cyclists. Led by an experienced professional, this course will equip you with the knowledge to transform the safety and accessibility of active transportation networks.

You'll dive into active transportation principles, understanding the benefits and challenges of designing for diverse populations in urban and suburban environments.

Through in-depth analysis and case studies, you’ll learn how to assess facility needs, perform safety audits, and apply Vision Zero principles to your planning process.

The course emphasizes the connection between land use and transportation planning, providing insights into accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists, data collection, and facility development strategies. You'll also gain a comprehensive understanding of pedestrian and cyclist demand, supply planning, and the phased implementation of projects.

By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the tools to design and implement safer pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure, evaluate their effectiveness, and adapt them to evolving community needs. Readings and resources will ensure you have a deep well of knowledge to apply to real-world scenarios.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for professionals involved in planning, designing, and implementing pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.

It is especially beneficial for urban and transportation planners managing active transportation networks, and municipal engineers responsible for the design and maintenance of safe infrastructure.

Supervisors and managers overseeing transportation systems will gain valuable insights to enhance network safety, efficiency, and accessibility.

Construction managers working on pedestrian and bicycle facilities will benefit from exposure to best practices and design standards that ensure user safety and longevity. Educators, students, consultants, and researchers in related fields will also find the course useful, gaining both foundational knowledge and advanced strategies to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety.

Upon completing this course, participants will be better prepared to measure, justify, and advocate for pedestrian and bicycle improvements. This will empower them to effectively engage with local authorities, officials, and communities in developing safer, active transportation systems.