Subject Datasheet
Completion requirements
Subject Datasheet
Download PDFI. Subject Specification
1. Basic Data
1.1 Title
Traffic Engineering
1.2 Code
BMEEOUVMSFIN05-00
1.3 Type
Module with associated contact hours
1.4 Contact hours
| Type | Hours/week / (days) |
| Lecture | 2 |
1.5 Evaluation
Exam
1.6 Credits
4
1.7 Coordinator
| name | Dr. Kollár Attila |
| academic rank | Assistant professor |
| kollar.attila@emk.bme.hu |
1.8 Department
Department of Highway and Railway Engineering
1.9 Website
1.10 Language of instruction
hungarian
1.11 Curriculum requirements
Compulsory in the Highway and Railway Engineering (MSc) programme
1.12 Prerequisites
1.13 Effective date
1 September 2025
2. Objectives and learning outcomes
2.1 Objectives
The aim of the course is to provide a higher level of knowledge of traffic engineering tools and their use. The student will learn the steps of coordination between consecutive or networked traffic lights. He will master the solutions used in the field of road direction signaling: editing sign images, designing and operating signs and other signs carrying static and dynamic information.
2.2 Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, the student:
A. Knowledge
1. knows the commonly used terminology of traffic engineering,
2. knows the methods of traffic forecasting,
3. knows the tools of traffic engineering,
4. knows the basic steps of traffic engineering planning,
5. knows the concepts and definitions related to traffic light regulation.
6. knows the coordinated traffic light regulation.
7. knows the design steps of road direction signs.
8. knows the signs with variable signal images.
9. knows the basic tasks and requirements of ITS systems
B. Skills
1. Uses traffic engineering concepts and definitions professionally.
2. Is able to design a complex traffic light control system.
3. Is able to design a coordinated traffic light control system.
4. Is able to design direction signs.
5. Is able to perform traffic recording,
6. Is able to perform geometric and traffic planning of intersections
C. Attitudes
1. Cooperates with the instructor and fellow students in expanding their knowledge.
2. Expands their knowledge and professional vocabulary through continuous learning.
3. Participates actively in classes, shares their opinions and is open to listening to the opinions of others.
4. Strives to solve problems accurately and without errors.
5. Strives to use precise, professional wording in their expressions.
D. Autonomy and Responsibility
1. Prepares responsibly for performance evaluations and successful completion of tasks.
2. Monitors legislative, technical, technological and administrative changes related to the field.
3. Is open to well-founded critical comments,
4. Uses a systems approach in his/her thinking
2.3 Methods
Lectures with presentations, written communication during summative performance evaluations.
2.4 Course outline
1. Planning time frames, planning traffic, service levels. Planning phases and their work parts.
2. Traffic components and characteristics. Vehicle dimensions, vehicle movements.
3. Traffic recording with manual and video camera methods.
3. Traffic forecasting methods
4. Traffic control equipment
5. Basics of traffic light control. Blocking and intermediate time matrix.
6. Phase plan. Fixed and traffic-dependent control. Line and network control.
7. Fixed cycle time control, concepts of insert program, stop point, phase extension, phase, signal group.
8. Vehicle sensors
9. General structure of road traffic control centers (urban, highway, public transport).
10. Road traffic control systems and methods. Point-based control
11. Line control, network control
12. Variable-image signs, sign design.
13. Parking information systems
14. Summary
The above programme is tentative and subject to changes due to calendar variations and other reasons specific to the actual semester. Consult the effective detailed course schedule of the course on the subject website.
The above programme is tentative and subject to changes due to calendar variations and other reasons specific to the actual semester. Consult the effective detailed course schedule of the course on the subject website.
2.5 Study materials
Electronic notes: Lecture slides downloadable from the course website
2.6 Other information
Attendance at lectures is 70% mandatory. Students absent from four or more sessions will not be able to obtain the semester credits.
2.7 Consultation
After classes or during individual consultation times with lecturers.
This Subject Datasheet is valid for:
2025/2026 semester II
II. Subject requirements
Assessment and evaluation of the learning outcomes
3.1 General rules
The learning outcomes are assessed through a mid-term test and written exam.
Each performance assessment must achieve 50% for successful completion.
3.2 Assessment methods
| Assessment Name (Type) | Code | Assessed Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| Midterm test | MT | A.1-A.9; B.1-B.6; C.1-C.5; D.1-D.3 |
| Exam (written) | E | A.1-A.9; B.1-B.6; C.1-C.5; D.1-D.3 |
The dates of deadlines of assignments/homework can be found in the detailed course schedule on the subject’s website.
3.3 Evaluation system
| Code | Weight |
|---|---|
| MT | 50% |
| E | 50% |
| Total | 100% |
3.4 Requirements and validity of signature
The subject's completion criterion is to collect at least 50% of the total points of the Tests plus 50% of the total points of the Assignments (homeworks). Unsatisfactory performance during the tests or the assignments will lead to a final mark 'failed' (1).
Signature cannot be obtained.
3.5 Grading system
| Grade | Score (P) |
|---|---|
| excellent (5) | 87≤P |
| good (4) | 75≤P<87% |
| satisfactory (3) | 62≤P<75% |
| pass (2) | 50≤P<62% |
| fail (1) | P<0% |
3.6 Retake and repeat
The MT can be retaked once within the deadline specified in the schedule. There is no second replacement option.
The retake and replacement of the exam mark is carried out according to the rules of the TVSZ.
3.7 Estimated workload
| Activity | Hours/Semester |
|---|---|
| Participating at lessons | 14×2=28 |
| Preparing for midterm tests | 40 |
| Preparing for the exam | 52 |
3.8 Effective date
1 September 2025
This Subject Datasheet is valid for:
2025/2026 semester II