In an environment where sustainability and the quality of urban life are priorities, the Non-Motorised Mobility course offers a vital opportunity to to understand and promote modes of transport more healthy y eco-friendly. The non-motorised mobility sector is currently booming, driven by growing demand for sustainable transport solutions and the need to reduce our carbon footprint. In this course, you will explore the pedestrian mobility, cyclist and the use from vehicles personal mobility vehicles (PMVs), as well as the importance of to design a public space that promotes active mobility. You will acquire key skills for to promote and manage sustainable mobility projects, opening the door to career opportunities in a field that is not only relevant but also crucial to the future of our cities. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the shift towards a greener and more connected environment.
Non-motorised transport
Architecture, construction and urban planning
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- Identify benefits the impact of non-motorised transport on health and the environment.
- Analyse the impact of the pedestrian mobility in sustainable cities.
- Understand the role of the bicycle y VMP in urban mobility.
- Assess strategies for improve the pedestrian infrastructure and a cyclist.
- Design proposals from sustainable mobility in public spaces.
- Promoting healthy habits from active mobility y safe in urban environments.
- Interpreting regulations that promote non-motorised travel.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. THE IMPORTANCE OF NON-MOTORISED AND ACTIVE TRANSPORT
A History of Pedestrians and Cycling in the City
Ranking of modes of transport in terms of sustainability, health and the economy.
Walking in urban environments
The bicycle as a form of urban transport
New modes of personal mobility (VMP)
TEACHING UNIT 2. PEDESTRIAN MOBILITY
Accessibility
Signage and wayfinding
Street furniture
Comfort
Road safety
TEACHING UNIT 3. CYCLING AND PEDAL-ASSISTED VEHICLES
Regulatory framework
Public transport
Public and/or shared bicycle and personal mobility vehicle (PMV) schemes
Parking and intermodal transport
Training and education
TEACHING UNIT 4. PUBLIC SPACE AND SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY
The compact city
The structure of the territory
Social cohesion
The design of public spaces
Planning regulations
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