Concepts in Urban Transportation Planning

This introduction to today’s urban transportation issues offers solutions for creating a sustainable transportation system in the urban environment. Topics encompass historical origins and development of transportation; planning, policy and legislative initiatives; non-motorized and public transportation; environmental and social (in)justice issues; and safety concerns. Also covered are the social, health and economic impacts of auto-centric developments; the possible policy measures that address these; and the importance of changing travel behavior. This second edition includes clear concepts, practical case studies, review questions, ideas for class projects, revised and updated data, as well as a chapter on emerging transportation technologies and related policies.

Author Biography

Mintesnot G. Woldeamanuel is a professor of urban studies and planning at California State University Northridge (CSUN). He was an assistant professor in the Planning and Community Development Program of Saint Cloud State University, and a research fellow in the Transportation Research Institute of the German Aerospace Center (DLR). He lives in North Hills, California.