Operations Academy

As the emphasis on transportation systems management and operations (TSMO) increases, the demand for personnel with skills in these areas is also increasing. Unless sufficient numbers of personnel with adequate training and experience can be identified, it is unlikely that the State and local transportation agencies will be able to increase their focus on the effective use of existing transportation infrastructure.

The Operations Academy™ is designed to address these needs. It is based on the concept of total immersion in the subject of TSMO, using a mix of classroom instruction, speakers, workshops, and analysis of existing systems to ensure the retention of the principles being presented. The academy provides opportunities to practice and internalize the principles learned which is not possible in traditional classes and short courses.

The Eastern Transportation Coalition (formerly the I-95 Corridor Coalition) helped fund the development of the Operations Academy, and Coalition staff are frequently teachers at various sessions.