Republic of the Philippines

BATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Pablo Borbon Main II
Batangas City

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE & FINE ARTS

Civil and Sanitary Engineering Department

COURSE SYLLABUS WITH SPECIFICATIONS

UNIVERSITY VISION
A premier national university that develops leaders in the global knowledge economy.

UNIVERSITY MISSION
A university committed to producing leaders by providing a 21st century learning environment
through innovations in education, multidisciplinary research, and community and industry
partnerships in order to nurture the spirit of nationhood, propel the national economy, and engage
the world for sustainable development.

COURSE CODE: CET 402

COURSE TITLE: Highway Engineering as Applied in Urban City
CREDIT UNITS: 3 units
COREQUISITE: CE 416 – Principles of Transportation Engineering
ACADEMIC YEAR: 2020-2021
REFERENCE CMO: CHED Memorandum Order no. 92 series 2017

BS CIVIL ENGINEERING PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

The graduates of Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering within three to five years after
graduation shall:
1. successfully participate as partners in nation building in engineering projects involving
structural, geotechnical, water resources, transportation and construction management; and
2. adhere to professional, moral and ethical standards in the practice of civil engineering

PHILOSOPHY

This course gives emphasis on the transportation of the economy: its function, its players,
its technologies, its policies, its information sources; planning and analysis tools of transportation
demand and investment; the role of high technology in transportation; current high profile
transportation policy and planning issues.

AUDIENCE

Highway Engineering as Applied in Urban City class is intended for third year civil
engineering students who have passed the subject CE 404: Fundamentals of Surveying.

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RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT OUTCOMES

Student Outcomes
(a) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems
✓
by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
(b) An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet
specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as
well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
(c) An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. ✓
(d) An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in
engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider
✓
the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and
societal contexts.
(e) An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together
provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment,
establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
(f) An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and
interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
(g) An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate
✓
learning strategies.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs)

The following intended learning outcomes are mapped according to the student outcomes as
indicated below which are expected to be attained by the students at the end of the semester.

At the end of the course, the students must be able to:

1. Describe the elements of the transportation, evolution of urban transportation and its policy;
2. Explain the modeling transportation systems, urban travel and transportation system
characteristics, travel demand with land use; and
3. Make a modeling of mode choice and traffic assignment.

Applicable Student Outcomes

a b c d e f g
ILO 1 ✔ ✔

ILO 2 ✔ ✔

ILO 3 ✔

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SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

At the end of this semester the students should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the
highway engineering as applied in urban city for them to become competent and well-rounded
engineering graduates. The following are expected of the students after finishing the course:

INTENDED
TOPICS LEARNING
OUTCOMES
1 2 3
Elements of the Transportation Sector ✔
Evolution of Urban Transportation Technology ✔
Historical Evolution of National Transportation Policy ✔
Modeling Transportation Systems ✔
Urban Travel and Transportation Systems Characteristics ✔ ✔
Relating the Travel Demand with Land Use ✔
Random Utility Theory and the Modeling of Mode Choice ✔
Traffic Assignment and Paths through Networks ✔

TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES

Teaching and Learning Strategies

This course will be taught through formal lectures and exercises using available resources,
informal activities and various reference books. Students are required to read the discussions in
the textbook for the current topic before coming to class. Classroom discussions will be facilitated
depending upon the topics. Questions regarding the topic or the subject will be entertained in class
or during the scheduled consultation hours of the faculty-in-charge. Students who were able to ask
questions that are of substance will be considered and given grade for class participation as well
as those actively joining class through answering, giving constructive comments and suggestions
Assessment Strategies
Students’ performance will be assessed according to different assessment tasks prescribed in the
course. Every assessment activity will be graded according to the set of rubrics assigned by the
professor. It is expected that the students’ outcomes set for the course are attained by the students.
Final grade for the subject will be based on the following components:

Assessment Tools Percentage, % Intended

Learning
Outcomes
1 2 3
End of Module Assessment 40 ✔ ✔ ✔
Midterm Exam 30 ✔ ✔
Final Exam 30 ✔ ✔
Total 100 %
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Exams
There will be two major examinations: Midterm and Final Exams. The department will set the
schedule of these examinations.
Each exam has a total of 100 points and the passing mark is 60. BSU specified a 75% passing
mark; thus, exam score core will be transmuted as follow:

𝐴𝑐𝑡𝑢𝑎𝑙 𝑆𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑒
𝑆𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑒 = ( × 60) + 40
𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑆𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑒

In addition to these two major examinations, there will be an end of module assessment. This can
be in the form of a quiz, a presentation or a review paper.
No make-up examination will be given without a valid reason (see Missed Course Requirement).
No re-exam will be given on any major exam in case the majority, if not all, failed.

End of Module Assessment

Modules for the class topics are uploaded at the class’ Google classroom. Exercises, homework,
and quizzes are essential part of the course to check if the students fully understand the course.
Exercise will be announced and be facilitated by the instructor during class in preparation for their
major exams. All students are required to submit their assignments at the time given by the
instructor. Students are encouraged to have group discussions for their assignments and exercises.
However, they should accomplish their work individually. Quizzes will be given unannounced
before, after or within the class. This may also be used to check the attendance of the students and
basis if the class can move on with the next topic for the course.

Consultation
Students who would like to consult in relation to the topic discussed in class and class policy
clarification may approach the professors during their announced consultation hours.

COURSE POLICIES
Grades will be based on the weighted percentage of two long exams, midterm exam, exercises,
quizzes and attendance (EQA), and compliance with all other requirements of the course. Final
Exam will be a cover to cover exam.

Course Requirement Percentage, %

End of Module Assessment 40
Midterm Exam 30
Final Exam 30
Total 100

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The work of students shall be graded at the end of each term in accordance with the following
system:
Numerical Grade Percentage Equivalent Description
1.00 98 - 100 Excellent
1.25 94 - 97 Superior
1.50 90 - 93 Very Good
1.75 88 - 89 Good
2.00 85 - 87 Meritorious
2.25 83 - 84 Very Satisfactory
2.50 80 - 82 Satisfactory
2.75 78 - 79 Fairly Satisfactory
3.00 75 - 77 Passing
5.00 Below 75 Failure
Inc. Incomplete
Drp Drop

*Students who will get a grade of 70-74 must be given a removal examination. A grade of “3.00”
will be given to those who will pass the removal examination and those who will fail will be given
a grade of “5.00”.

Academic Integrity
Principles of Transportation Engineering is a major subject in the CE course. It is encouraged that
the students exert more effort to fully understand the various topics. Assignments, problem sets
and other academic requirements should be done and submitted not just to comply but to
understand the concepts and principles. Cheating of any form is a major offense as discussed in
the student’s handbook. Misbehavior in class will be dealt with accordingly. Students should
learn to become responsible for their own learning.
Personal honesty and industry are emphasized in this course. In view of this, you are encouraged
to discuss assignments, research and other related works with your classmates. However, the final
work you submit must be your own. The idea here is for you to help each other to understand the
problems and/or the concepts involved by working in groups and explaining to each other the
concepts and/or methods involved. Discussing your work with others facilitates your learning and
helps you be more interdependent. On the other hand, if you simply copy someone else’s work,
you are not increasing your understanding, and you are robbing yourself of opportunities to learn.
It is imperative for you to do your own assignments and all other class requirements. (Please refer
to the Student Norms and Conduct)
In this course, the ensuing forms of academic dishonesty will be dealt with as follows:

Particulars
Answer doubtfully similar with a classmate
Cheating, or other forms of dishonesty described in
Section 6.3 of BSU-Norms of Conduct for College
Students
Questionable answer[s] cannot be explained
satisfactorily
All other forms of academic dishonesty
Penalty
Score for the exam = raw score ÷ number of
students with similar answer
1st offense: zero score for the exam
2nd offense, or when done in removal exam: grade
of 5.0 for the subject
Zero score for the exam

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Attendance and Tardiness

Prompt and regular attendance of students is required. Total unexcused absences shall not exceed
ten (10) percent of the maximum number of hours required per course per semester (or per summer
term). A semester has 18 weeks. For this class, 3 units (3 hrs lec), 10% x 3 x 18 = 5.4 hrs or 6 hrs
(4 meetings).
Please refer to the provisions in the Norms of Conduct for the full text of guidelines for the
attendance.

Dropping Regulations
Dropping from the course is a responsibility of the student. If you decide to stop attending the
class, submit a copy of a duly signed dropping form not later than the date set by the university
registrar. Failure to comply with this requirement would mean a grade of 5.00 (failure due to
absences) in the course, please be guided accordingly. (Please refer to the Student Norms and
Conduct)

Class Participation
1. Students who come in class after I enter the room are considered late.
2. Mobile phones are NOT allowed, class lectures must not be photographed, and
respectful manners/proper etiquette is enforced.
3. Eating is allowed as long as everyone in class eats and room cleanliness is maintained.
4. Students are not encouraged to get chairs from other rooms or rearrange classroom
chairs unless advised by the professor.
5. Playing games, cards or any form of gambling is strictly prohibited.

ACADEMIC INFRASTRUCTURE
It is necessary to consult several books of the same course to gain a better insight on the lessons
we have to discuss. The following are the list of suggested titles that you may need to enhance
your understanding of the course. The books are either available in the library or in my personal
collection.

COURSE REFERENCE LIST

References:
1. Mannering Fred, Washburn Scott,Kilaresky Walter. 2004. Principles of Highway
Engineering & TrafficAnalysis. Muze Inc.
2. Wright, Paul H. 2003. Highway Engineering. Wiley & Sons.
3. Garber, Nicholas; and Hoel, Lester. 2001.Highway and Traffic Engineering.
Brookes/Cole Publishing.
4. Fajardo, Max Jr. B. Elements of Roads and Highways, Second Edition. 5138
Merchandising Publisher, Manila, 1998.
5. Department of Public Works and Highways. 1995. Standard Specification for Public
Works and Highways (Volume II – Standard Specification for Highways, Bridges and
Airports). DPWH, Office of the Secretary, Bonifacio Drive, Port Area, Manila.

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 COURSE CALENDAR (Subject to Change)
Suggested
Week TOPICS
Readings
1 Class Orientation; Discussion of Vision, Mission and Core Values, PEO’s , SO’s
2 1. Elements of the Transportation Sector
3 2. Evolution of Urban Transportation Technology
4 3. Historical Evolution of National Transportation Policy
5 4. Modeling Transportation Systems
6 5. Urban Travel and Transportation System Characteristics
7 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
8 – 10 6. Relating the Travel Demand with Land Use
11 – 13 7. Random Utility Theory and the Modeling of Mode Choice
14 – 15 8. Traffic Assignment and Paths through Networks
16
17
18 FINAL EXAMINATION

Prepared By:

Engr. Rodolfo L. Morales, Jr.

Faculty, CET 402
Date: January 18, 2021

Reviewed By:

Engr. Oliver S. Dimailig

Department Chairman, CE/SE Dept.
Date:

Approved:

Dr. Reynato A. Gamboa

College Dean
Date:

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