environmental legislation
The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.
green
Transport planners develop and implement policies in order to improve transport systems, taking into account the social, environmental and economic factors. They collect and analyse traffic data using statistical modelling tools.
Competences and skills
49 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
9 competencesenvironmental policy
Local, national and international policies dealing with the promotion of environmental sustainability and the development of projects which reduce negative environmental impact and improve the state of the environment.
green
geographical routes
The interpretation of geographical information such as locations and distances between them.
public law
The part of law which governs relationships between individuals and the government, and the relationships between individuals which concern society directly.
statistical analysis system software
Specific software system (SAS) used for advanced analytics, business intelligence, data management, and predictive analytics.
digital
- Scope note
- This includes SPSS
statistics
The study of statistical theory, methods and practices such as collection, organisation, analysis, interpretation and presentation of data. It deals with all aspects of data including the planning of data collection in terms of the design of surveys and experiments in order to forecast and plan work-related activities.
traffic engineering
The subdiscipline of civil engineering that applies engineering methods to create safe and efficient traffic flows of people and goods on roadways, including sidewalks, traffic lights, and cycle facilities.
urban planning
Political and technical process that seeks to design the urban environment and optimize land use by considering various aspects such as infrastructure, water, and green and social spaces.
urban planning law
Investments and urban development agreements. Legislative developments regarding construction in terms of environmental, sustainability, social and financial matters.
green
Essential skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesanalyse environmental data
Analyse data that interpret correlations between human activities and environmental effects.
green
analyse road traffic patterns
Determine the most efficient road traffic patterns and peak times in order to increase schedule efficiency.
develop urban transport studies
Study the demographic and spatial characteristics of a city in order to develop new mobility plans and strategies.
promote the use of sustainable transport
Promote the use of sustainable transport to reduce the carbon footprint and noise and increase safety and efficiency of transport systems. Determine performance regarding the use of sustainable transport, set objectives for promoting the use of sustainable transport and propose environmentally friendly alternatives of transport.
green
Cross-sector
13 competencesanalyse test data
Interpret and analyse data collected during testing in order to formulate conclusions, new insights or solutions.
analyse transport business networks
Analyse various transport business networks in order to organise the most efficient setting of modes of transport. Analyse those networks that aim to achieve lowest costs and maximum efficiency.
analyse transport studies
Interpret data from transport studies dealing with transport planning, management, operations and engineering.
analyse transportation costs
Identify and analyse transportation costs, service levels and availability of equipment. Make recommendations and take preventive/corrective measures.
apply statistical analysis techniques
Use models (descriptive or inferential statistics) and techniques (data mining or machine learning) for statistical analysis and ICT tools to analyse data, uncover correlations and forecast trends.
digital
conduct environmental surveys
Conduct surveys in order to collect information for analysis and management of environmental risks within an organisation or in a wider context.
green
identify statistical patterns
Analyse statistical data in order to find patterns and trends in the data or between variables.
interpret visual literacy
Interpret charts, maps, graphics, and other pictorial presentations used in place of the written word.
monitor traffic flow
Monitor the traffic that passes by a certain point, like for instance a pedestrian crossing. Monitor the amount of vehicles, the speed at which they go by and the interval between the passing by of two successive cars.
prepare visual data
Prepare charts and graphs in order to present data in a visual manner.
digital
regulate traffic
Regulate the flow of traffic by using assigned hand signals, assisting travellers on the road, and aiding people to cross the street.
report analysis results
Produce research documents or give presentations to report the results of a conducted research and analysis project, indicating the analysis procedures and methods which led to the results, as well as potential interpretations of the results.
study traffic flow
Study the synergy between vehicles, chauffeurs, and the transportation infrastructure such as roads, road signs and lights in order to create a road network where traffic can move efficiently and without many traffic jams.
Optional knowledge 8 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencecarpooling services
Services promoting shared car journeys in order to reduce travel costs and promote sustainability. These services should be provided through plug-in hybrid or zero emissions vehicles.
green
Sector-specific
4 competencesair traffic management
Thoroughly understand the major activities in air traffic management, such as air traffic control, air traffic flow management, and aeronautic information services.
mobility as a service
The provision of mobility services through digital technologies enabling customers to plan, book and pay for their trip. It includes the offer of shared and sustainable mobility services tailored on users' travel needs and the knowledge of different applications used for this purpose.
digital
parking regulations
The up-to-date regulations and enforcement procedures in parking activities.
rail infrastructure
Thoroughly understand the characteristics of railway infrastructure: rail technologies, track gauges, rail signalling, rail junctions, etc.
Cross-sector
3 competencescivil engineering
The engineering discipline that studies the design, construction and maintenance of naturally built works such as roads, buildings, and canals.
local geography
The range of physical and geographical properties and descriptions of a local area, by street names and not only.
road traffic laws
The rule governing the circulation of vehicles, such as national traffic codes and the rules of the road.
Optional skills and competences 15 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencespromote public transport
Maintain a positive attitude towards public transportation services.
restrict bridge traffic
Following investigations, restrict the operation of traffic over a bridge depending on its present condition or state of repair.
Sector-specific
7 competencesdesign wayside signalling interlockings
Design procedures to implement wayside signalling interlockings. Analyse routes and aspect charts and take into account highway crossing warning systems.
implement route planning in smart mobility services
Use specialised search engines such as route planners or journey planners to suggest optimised travel itineraries based of different criteria such as means of transport, departure and arrival time, location, duration of the journey.
digital
investigate road accidents
Investigate road vehicle accidents and conduct post-accident debriefing conferences. Analyse the exact circumstances of the accident and present conclusions to the authorities. Provide recommendations on how future accidents may be prevented.
manage car park operations
Monitor car park activities and parked vehicles.
match vehicles with routes
Match types of vehicles to transport routes, taking into consideration service frequency, peak transport times, service area covered, and road conditions.
provide information on train routes
Know principal train routes and quickly search for relevant information to respond to customer questions. Provide advice on potential shortcuts and itinerary options.
write leaflets
Create flyers such as recruitment flyers in order to recruit people or publicity flyers in order to contribute to the development of publicity campaigns.
Cross-sector
6 competenceseducate public on road safety
Develop and execute educational and promotional plans to educate the public on road safety in order to raise awareness and tackle issues such as the proper attitude to adopt as a pedestrian, cyclist or driver and the ability to identify hazards.
give live presentation
Deliver a speech or talk in which a new product, service, idea, or piece of work is demonstrated and explained to an audience.
prepare scientific reports
Prepare reports that describe results and processes of scientific or technical research, or assess its progress. These reports help researchers to keep up to date with recent findings.
run preventive simulations
Run preventive audits or simulations with new signalling systems. Assess operability and detect flaws for improvement.
simulate transport problems
Implement transport-related data in software and computer models to simulate transport issues such as traffic jams in order to find innovative solutions.
digital
use consulting techniques
Advise clients in different personal or professional matters.