This module places transport in its wider historical and contemporary context as a major determinant of sustainable human settlement. It addresses current thinking and trends and introduces the main methods of data collection and analysis, transport system planning, appraisal, design and management. Syllabus: History and Contemporary Picture and Trends: Physical, social, political and economic contexts, sustainable transport and settlement, current policies and trends. Data Collection and Analysis: Use of demographic data, survey design and implementation. Appraisal and Forecasting: Demand drivers, mode choice and behaviour, an overview of multi-modal macro and micro modelling, modelling uses and limitations, demand and capacity forecasting, impact assessment. Road Design: Road construction details and geometric guidelines, road junction analysis.