Module Details

Module Code: AUTO8006
Title: Vehicle & Transport Safety
Long Title: Vehicle & Transport Safety
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5251 - Automotive Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and technology relating to advanced motor vehicle, road and driver safety features. The module is normally delivered over six weeks.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Critically appraise the technical aspects of vehicle and road safety
LO2 Evaluate both driver and vehicle testing requirements and standards
LO3 Analyse and discuss the relevance of driver behaviour and attitudes towards road safety
LO4 Describe the safety considerations pertaining to infrastructure design
LO5 Discuss the social and economic impact of road accidents
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Advanced Vehicle Design & Safety Features
Vehicle chassis design for occupant safety and protection; vehicle safety testing and rating standards; advanced active and passive safety features; vehicle ergonomics; driving assistance, anti-collision and parking aid systems; dual control vehicles and simulation for driver training.
Driver Behaviour
Effects of driver behaviour towards road safety; effectiveness of driver training and testing programmes; advanced and specialist driver training schemes; driver training simulation techniques.
Accident Analysis
Causes and consequences of road accidents; types and frequency of collision; social and economic impacts of road accidents.
Transport & Infrastructure Safety
Road safety considerations; road design and safety considerations; surface profiles; safety markings and signage; safety divisions and barriers; environmental considerations; future developments. Road safety strategies.
Vehicle Standards and Testing
Vehicle type approval. Vehicle imports and registration requirements. Private and commercial vehicle testing requirements. Vehicle plating, lighting and marking specifications. Roadside checks. Maintenance requirements.
Driver Regulations
EU / AETR driver regulations, professional driver licencing, driver hours and rest period regulations, tachographs and driver cards.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination70.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Infrastructural Issues. NOTE: Timing of assessments may change for delivery in certain programmes where module is delivered over six weeks
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Driver behaviour and vehicle technology. NOTE: Timing of assessments may change for delivery in certain programmes where module is delivered over six weeks
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 70
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Vehicle safety, driver behaviour, infrastructure and accident prevention issues. NOTE: Timing of assessments may change for delivery in certain programmes where module is delivered over six weeks
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact NOTE: Depending on the programme, this module may actually be delivered through six hours of lectures for six weeks Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review of Lecture Material & Further Research. NOTE: Depending on the programme, this module may actually require eight hours independent learning for six weeks Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact NOTE: Depending on the programme, this module may actually be delivered through six hours of lectures for six weeks Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Non Contact Review of Lecture Material & Further Research. NOTE: Depending on the programme, this module may actually require eight hours independent learning for six weeks Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Ross, H.L.. (2016), Functional Safety for Road vehicles: New Challenges and Solutions for E-Mobility and Automated Driving, Springer International Publishing, Switzerland, [ISBN: 9783319333601].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Robert Bosch Gmbh. (2006), Safety, Comfort and Convenience Systems`, John Wiley & Sons Ltd, West Sussex, [ISBN: 9780470059036].
  • Day, A.J.. (2014), Braking of Road Vehicles, Ch 11, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford, [ISBN: 9780123973146].
  • Vlacic,Ljubo, et al.. (2001), Intelligent Vehicle Technologies, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford, [ISBN: 9780750650939].
  • Brach, R.M.. (2011), Vehicle Accident Analysis and Reconstruction Methods, 2nd. SAE International, Warrendale, [ISBN: 9780768034370].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Road Safety Authority. Road Safety Strategy 2013-2020, March 2013.
  • Road Safety Authority. Road Collision Facts (Annual Report).
  • European Commission. European Road Safety Policy Orientations 2011-2020.
Other Resources
  • Website, www.rsa.ie, Road Safety Authority.
  • Website, www.transport.ie, Department of Transport.
  • Website, www.irha.ie, Irish Road Haulage Association.
  • Website, "www.nra.ie". NRA website, National Roads Authority.
  • Website, www.who.int/roadsafety/en/, UN Decade of Action for Road Safety 2011-2020.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_TTMGT_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Transport Management 1 Mandatory
CR_EABMT_8 Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Automotive Business Management and Technology 7 Mandatory