MPC
Research Projects (2000-01)
Identifying Number
MPC-207
Project Title
An Evaluation of Region 8 State Departments of Transportation and Metropolitan Planning Organizations' GIS Technology Application
University
North Dakota State UniversityProject Investigator
Doug Benson
Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute, NDSU
Fargo, ND 58105
(701)231-8388
doug.benson@ndsu.edu
External Project Contact
N/A
Project Objective
Develop a region wide GIS resource for transportation planners, practitioners, and researchers.
Project Abstract
GIS resources have become an important tool for transportation analysis and require effective management to fully utilize its technology. This study will identify and assess the current state of GIS in region's DOTs and MPOs, and develop a resource tool outlining potential areas of coordination and cooperation among GIS users. Additionally, the study will identify GIS resources available for transportation researchers in the region.
Task Descriptions
- Task 1 – Review literature
- Task 2 – Develop survey instrument
- Identify GIS data standards, sources and management resources
- Identify GIS applications, hardware platforms and communication technologies
- Identify GIS transportation analyses, GIS application methodologies and GIS research applications
- Identify statewide GIS efforts impacting the DOTs and MPOs, including data warehousing among state agencies
- Task 3 – Administer survey and collect data
- Task 4 – Investigate potential regional and cooperative efforts
- Task 5 – Develop GIS resource report for DOTs, MPOs and transportation researchers
Milestones, Dates
- Starting Date: August 1, 2000
- Project Milestones:
- October 1, 2000
- January 1, 2001
- March 1, 2001
- May 1, 2001
- July 31, 2001
- Ending Date: July 31, 2001
Yearly and Total Budget
Federal $15,000.00
University Match $16,000.00
Student Involvement
None
Relationship to Other Research Projects
Expands previous GIS research activities
Technology Transfer Activities
TEL8 research seminar
Potential Benefits of the Project
Collaboration and coordination among regional GIS practitioners.
TRB Keywords
GIS