Aimsun and TIMCON Associates are collaborating on a three-day Transportation Modeling Workshop and Expo, from June 19 – 21 2019, Nairobi, Kenya.

The training will introduce the participants to basic modeling concepts and answer the following questions:

• What is modeling?
• When is modeling necessary?
• How do you apply modeling successfully in a project?
• Where has modeling been applied in Kenya and the Region?
• Who are the model vendors?
• What modeling software platforms are available?

Specifically, the training will provide an overview of simulation theory including random number generators, probability distributions and modeling systems and delve into greater detail of model
development, calibration and validation and interpreting model outputs.

The workshop will also showcase situations where modeling has been applied in recent projects in Kenya and the East African
Region.

Introduction to Modeling Concepts

(Q#1, Q#2 & Q#3): Overview of basic modeling concepts:

• Transportation Analysis requirements
• The need for modeling
• Theoretical aspects
• Types of models
• Data requirements

Modelling process covering model development, calibration and validation and scenario analysis -Part 1

Process and case studies

(Q#3 & Q#4) – Modeling process covering model development, calibration and validation and scenario analysis

-Part 2I. Studies and projects undertaken by TIMCON in the Region and abroad using various models particularly Aimsun Next.

Model demonstrations

(Q#5) Overview of commonly used/available modelling software followed by a demonstration of Aimsun Next.