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Course Overview | Course Introduction | Planning Section
Design Issues Common to Bicycles and Pedestrians
Pedestrian Facility Design | Bicycle Facility Design
Course Overview (PDF, 7Kb)
Lesson 1: The Need for Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility (PDF, 269 Kb)
1.1 Purpose
1.2 How Cities Grow: An Historical Perspective
1.3 Modern Suburban Travel
1.4 Benefits of Bicycling and Walking
1.5 Government Commitment and Support
1.6 Public Support for Bicycling and Walking
1.7 Transportation and Planning Trends
1.8 Exercise: Pictorial Essay
1.9 References
Lesson 2: Bicycling and Walking in the United States Today (PDF, 179 Kb)
2.1 Purpose
2.2 Current Levels of Bicycling and Walking
2.3 Factors Influencing the Decision to Bicycle or Walk
2.4 Potential for Increasing Bicycling and Walking
2.5 Need for Action: Pedestrians and Bicyclists at Risk
2.6 References
Lesson 3: Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Overview (PDF, 387 Kb)
3.1 Purpose
3.2 Federal Requirements for Planning
3.3 Preparing Local Pedestrian Plans
3.4 Local Bicycle Planning.
3.5 Using Analytical Tools in the Planning Process
3.6 Mapping
3.7 References
Lesson 4: Pedestrian and Bicycle Crash Types (PDF, 1.65 Mb)
4.1 Purpose
4.2 What is Crash?
4.3 The Crash Avoidance Process
4.4 Number of Bicycle and Pedestrian Crashes
4.5 Summary of Bicycle and Pedestrian Crash Characteristics
4.6 Common Pedestrian and Bicycle Crash Types
4.7 Exercise: Design a Countermeasures Program
4.8 References
Lesson 5: Adapting Suburban Communities for Bicycle and Pedestrian Travel (PDF, 181 Kb)
5.1 Purpose
5.2 Introduction
5.3 Users
5.4 Strategy
5.5 Present Suburban Land Uses
5.6 Safety Problems
5.7 Planning With the Car in Mind
5.8 Planning for Pedestrian and Bicycle Routes
5.9 Existing Retail/Office Developments
5.10 Exercise
5.11 References
Lesson 6: Neo-Traditional Neighborhood Design (PDF, 678 Kb)
6.1 Purpose
6.2 "Putting Brakes on Suburban Sprawl"
6.3 Street Design for Neo-Traditional Neighborhoods
6.4 References
Lesson 7: Using Land-Use Regulations to Encourage Non-Motorized Travel (PDF, 3.5 Mb)
7.1 Purpose
7.2 Pedestrian-Oriented Land Use
7.3 Commercial Development Design Guidance
7.4 Guidance on Designing Residential Communities That Encourage Walking
7.5 Street Design Standards
7.6 References
Design Issues Common to Bicycles and Pedestrians
Lesson 8: Tort Liability and Risk Management (PDF, 149 Kb)
8.1 Purpose
8.2 Introduction
8.3 Liability - An Issue of Increasing Importance
8.4 Some Basic Definitions.
8.5 Identifying Your Level of Exposure
8.6 Cases That Lead to Quick Settlement Against Government
8.7 References
Lesson 9: Bicycle and Pedestrian Connections to Transit (PDF, 250 Kb)
9.1 Purpose
9.2 Introduction
9.3 Overview of the Problem
9.4 Pedestrian and Pedestrian Transit
9.5 How Are Bicycles Being Integrated With Transit?
9.6 Bike-on-Bus Programs.
9.7 Bike-on-Rail Programs
9.8 Bicycle Parking Facilities at Transit Stations
9.9 Access to Transit Centers
9.10 Why Link Bicyclists With Transit Services?
9.11 What Are Key Elements of Successful Programs?
9.12 Exercise
9.13 References
Lesson 10: Off-Road Trails (PDF, 105 Kb)
10.1 Purpose
10.2 Multi-Use Trails
10.3 Trail Design Information Resources
10.4 Trail Types
10.5 Rail Trails
10.6 Trail Design Issues.
10.7 References
Lesson 11: Traffic Calming (PDF, 1.13 Mb)
11.1 Purpose
11.2 Traffic Calming Objectives
11.3 Traffic Calming Issues.
11.4 Traffic Calming Devices
11.5 Exercise
11.6 References
Lesson 12: Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities in Work Zones (PDF, 108 Kb)
12.1 Purpose
12.2 Possible Solutions.
12.3 Implementation Strategies.
12.4 Planning and Design Considerations .
12.5 References
Lesson 13: Walkways,Sidewalks and Public Spaces (PDF, 273 Kb)
13.1 Purpose.
13.2 Basic Urban Sidewalk Requirements
13.3 Street Lighting
13.4 Sidewalk Placement
13.5 Ambiance, Shade and Other Sidewalk Enhancements
13.6 Pedestrian Plazas.
13.7 Exercise: Design a Pedestrian Space
13.8 References
Lesson 14: Pedestrian Signing and Pavement Markings (PDF, 195 Kb)
14.1 Purpose
14.2 Introduction
14.3 Planning and Design Considerations
14.4 Regulatory Signs
14.5 Warning Signs
14.6 Directional Signs
14.7 Pavement Word and Symbol Markings
14.8 Exercise
14.9 References
Lesson 15: Pedestrian Accommodations at Intersections (PDF, 327 Kb)
15.1 Purpose
15.2 Introduction
15.3 Crosswalks
15.4 Curb Bulbs and Curb Radii
15.5 Signal Timing and Push Buttons
15.6 Pedestrian Refuge Islands
15.7 Exercise: Urban Intersections
15.8 References
Lesson 16: Mid-Block Crossings (PDF, 453 Kb)
16.1 Purpose
16.2 Introduction
16.3 Medians and Refuge Islands Powerful Safety Tools
16.4 Advantages of Medians.
16.5 Design Considerations for Medians
16.6 Mid-block Crossings by Roadway Classification
16.7 Mid-block Crossing Design
16.8 Mid-block Signals
16.9 Exercise
16.10 References
Lesson 17: Pedestrians With Disabilities (PDF, 72 Kb)
17.1 Purpose
17.2 Introduction
17.3 The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
17.4 Exercise
17.5 References
Lesson 18: Shared Roadways (PDF, 1.2 Mb)
18.1 Purpose
18.2 Shared Roadways
18.3 Wide Curb Lanes
18.4 Shoulder Bikeways.
18.5 Bike Routes
18.6 Bicycle Boulevards
18.7 Practices to be Avoided
18.8 Other Design Considerations
18.9 Exercise
18.10 References
Lesson 19: Bike Lanes (PDF, 460 Kb)
19.1 Purpose
19.2 Bike Lane Widths and Construction Standards
19.3 Unmarked Lanes
19.4 Location Within the Street Cross-Section
19.5 Practices to be Avoided
19.6 Contra-Flow Lanes.
19.7 Bike Lane Pavement Markings
19.8 Bike Lane Signing.
19.9 Diagonal Parking
19.10 Bike Lane Design at Intersections
19.11 Exercise
19.12 References
Lesson 20: Restriping Existing Roads With Bike Lanes (PDF, 341 Kb)
20.1 Purpose
20.2 Introduction
20.3 Reduce Travel-Lane Widths
20.4 Reduce Number of Travel Lanes
20.5 Reconsider the Need for Parking
20.6 Other Considerations.
20.7 Additional Benefits
20.8 Bike Lane Widths.
20.9 Retrofitting Bicycle Lanes While Mitigating On-Street Parking Demand
20.10 Exercise
20.11 References
Lesson 21: Bicycle Facility Maintenance (PDF, 69 Kb)
21.1 Purpose
21.2 Solution Overview
21.3 Objectives
21.4 Implementation Strategies
21.5 Subtasks
21.6 Resource Requirements
21.7 Schedule
21.8 Specifications
21.9 References
Lesson 22: Bicycle Parking and Storage (PDF, 178 Kb)
22.1 Purpose
22.2 Problem Overview.
22.3 Solution Overview
22.4 Objectives
22.5 Implementation Strategies
22.6 Subtasks
22.7 Resource Requirements
22.8 Schedule
22.9 Specifications
22.10 Sample Bike Parking Ordinance From Madison, WI
22.11 References
Lesson 23: European Approaches to Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Design (PDF, 212 Kb)
23.1 Purpose
23.2 Pedestrian Facilities
23.3 Bicycle Facilities
23.4 References
Lesson 24: Education,Encouragement, and Enforcement (PDF, 153 Kb)
24.1 Purpose
24.2 Comprehensive Programs - Why They're Important
24.3 Successfully Mixing the 4-E's
24.4 Elements of Good Education Program
24.5 Elements of Good Enforcement Program
24.6 Elements of Good Encouragement Program
24.7 Conclusion
24.8 References