Module Details

Module Code: AUTO7004
Title: Transport Regulations
Long Title: Transport Regulations
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2021/22 ( September 2021 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5251 - Automotive Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to give the student an understanding of road transport legislation, both national statutes and EU regulations.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Summarise the main provisions of the major acts relating to statutory control of road transport.
LO2 Interpret the relevant construction, equipment and use of vehicle regulations that effect the design and manufacture of road vehicles.
LO3 Evaluate the various types of vehicle testing in operation in this country.
LO4 Interpret engineering factors which determine vehicle selection and performance.
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.
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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
CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT AND USE OF VEHICLE REGULATIONS
Dimensions, weights, equipment and safety relating to mechanically propelled vehicles: rigid, articulated, draw bar combinations and passenger vehicles.
REGISTRATION AND LICENSING
Main provisions of legisation in respect of keeping or using a vehicle in a public place. Trade Plates and their use.
TACHOGRAPHS / DRIVERS HOURS REGULATIONS
Current EU Regulations in respect of haulage and passenger vehicles. Drivers hours, breaks and rest periods. Speed Limits and Penalty Points
VEHICLE PLATING AND TESTING
EU and National requirements to vehicle testing and issuing of Certificates of Road Worthiness.
DRIVING LICENCES
Requirement to hold appropriate class of licence and observe age limits, describe liability and responsibility of person employing drivers. Offences associated with driving licences.
INSURANCE / ACCIDENT PROCEDURE
Insurance requirement under the R.T.A. Accident Procedure, Reporting, Accident Prevention.
DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES - TRANSPORTATION BY ROAD
Main provisions of the European Agreement concerning the National / International carriage of goods by road (ADR)
LIGHTING AND MARKING OF VEHICLES
Obligatory and non-obligatory lighting and marking equipment required on mechanically propelled vehicles.
ROAD FREIGHT AND PASSENGER LICENSING - NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL
Operators licensing of Goods Vehicles and PSVs.
ENGINEERING FACTORS
Vehicle selection and performance calculations. Types of goods and passenger vehicles. Weight distribution and security of loads. Maintenance schedules.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 2,3,4
Assessment Description
In-Class Assessment
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 70
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
The project will develop the students understanding of what is required of a transport manager to deliver goods in a legal and profitable manner. Ongoing feedback will be provided to the student throughout the semester.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

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 Presentation of topic Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Case study analysis and class discussion Every Week 1.00 1
Lecture Contact Review of lecture notes and further study Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 7.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Presentation of topic Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Case study analysis and class discussion Every Week 1.00 1
Lecture Contact Review of lecture notes and further study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 7.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • David Lowe, Clive Pidgeon. (2016), Lowe's Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook, 45. Kogan Page, London, p.720, [ISBN: 9780749474744].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Government Publications. (2016), Road Traffic Act 2016, plus amendments,. Government Publications Office.
  • Government Publications. Road Traffic Act 1961, plus amendments. Relevant, Government Publications Office, Government Publications Office.
  • Government Publications. C.E. & U. of V. Regs. SI no. 190-1963, Plus amendments. Government Publications Office, Government Publications Office.
  • Government Publications. Tachograph Regulations and Drivers Hours, Government Publications Office, Government Publications Office.
  • Government Publications. Vehicle Testing Manuals, DOE / VTN, NCT. Government Publications Office, Government Publications Office.
  • Government Publications. Dangerous Substances Regulations, Government Publications Office, Government Publications Office.
  • Pierce, Robert. (1989), Road Traffic Law, 2nd. Ireland, [ISBN: 1-85475 0550].
  • Heisler, Heinz. (2007), Advanced Vehicle Technology, UK, [ISBN: 13: 978-0749448165].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_TTMGT_7 Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology and Management 6 Mandatory