Bus rapid transport system as an urban transport strategy for Metro Cebu

Date of Publication

2009

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with Specialization in Transportation Engineering

Subject Categories

Engineering

College

Gokongwei College of Engineering

Department/Unit

Civil Engineering

Thesis Adviser

Alexis M. Fillone

Defense Panel Member

Gloria P. Gerilla
Nicanor R. Roxas, Jr.

Abstract/Summary

Metro Cebu is the most urbanized area outside Metro Manila and Is fast becoming a congested city in terms of traffic conditions. Population explosion and the constant pursuit of economic wealth have further worsened this problem.

Given that the main objective of this study revolves around the predicted impacts of Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) system in the future urban travel in Metro Cebu, this paper focuses on the current passenger transport systems of the study area. The BRT system mainly affects various factors such as passenger travel time, travel speed, and demand-capacity ratio. The group collected necessary primary and secondary data so as to be input in the EMME software. There were several scenarios made in simulating the actual current road condition of the study area, forecasted travel demand condition, and the introduction of BRT to the forecasted system. Extensive modeling in EMME computer modeling software was used in calibrating the data. The group was able to draw conclusions from comparing the multiple results of the model. The proposed solution was found to be more efficient and effective to serve the future passenger demand of Metro Cebu.

With the introduction of BRT system, less passenger travel time on the road and reduced overall passenger-kilometer for the whole urban area were observed. Furthermore, lower demand-capacity ratios were experienced by the jeepneys due to the BRT system.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU15895

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

xv, 121 leaves : ill. (some col.) ; 31 cm.

Keywords

Transportation--Philippines--Metro Cebu; Transportation--Planning; Transportation engineering--Philippines--Metro Cebu; Urban transportation--Philippines--Metro Cebu

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