Pedestrian & Bicycle Transportation
OVERVIEW
This class provides current information on the design, operations and maintenance of successful pedestrian and bicycle facilities. Emphasis is placed on making attendees aware of the characteristics and needs of pedestrians and bicyclists and on the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to planning and implementing pedestrian and bicycle programs.
OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this class, attendees should be able to:
Understand the characteristics of pedestrians and bicyclists
Understand policies that encourage non-motorized travel
Understand the design of walkways, sidewalks, public spaces, and multi-use trails
Understand legal issues/risk management
Understand pedestrian/bicyclists in work zones
Obtain a general understanding of ADA requirements
AUDIENCE
This class should be of interest to engineers (design, maintenance, traffic, and construction), public works directors, and planning, landscape, architecture, recreation and parks, and health-related professions.