A course in the Berkeley Summer Engineering Institute 2001 Changes in airline strategies and alliances, the introduction of new aircraft, and efforts to upgrade air traffic control affect how the airport system accommodates and responds to future traffic growth. This intensive course provides an opportunity to explore these issues with experts in different segments of the industry. The course deals with various aspects of the planning and design of airport systems for new as well as existing facilities. The topics covered range from airport and airline economics and travel demand forecasting to airport capacity analysis, noise analysis, and environmental planning. Airfield design, passenger processing, and airline requirements are also discussed.
Enrollment is limited and advance enrollment is required.