An Intensive 5-day Training Course
NACTO Training
Principles and Practices for Safer, Smarter Urban Streets
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INTRODUCTION
Designing urban streets that prioritize safety, accessibility, and efficiency for all road users is critical in today’s rapidly evolving cities. The NACTO Training Course by EuroMaTech introduces professionals to the guidelines developed by the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), emphasizing urban street design that accommodates pedestrians, cyclists, public transit users, and motorists alike.
This interactive training provides a comprehensive understanding of NACTO’s groundbreaking design manuals, which serve as national-level references tailored to the realities of city transportation systems. Participants will explore performance-based street design, inclusive planning principles, and data-driven approaches to improve mobility and safety in urban environments.
Attendees will engage with real-world case studies, hands-on exercises, and collaborative tasks, gaining insights into modern planning techniques. This NACTO Training empowers urban planners, engineers, and city officials to reimagine streets as public spaces that serve diverse community needs.
This EuroMaTech training course will cover:
- NACTO’s principles of inclusive street design
- Safety-focused infrastructure planning
- Techniques for multimodal transportation integration
- Performance-based urban mobility frameworks
- Strategies to enhance service levels for vulnerable users
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this NACTO Training Course, participants will be able to:
- Apply NACTO's performance management framework for urban streets
- Use data to guide transportation planning and decision-making
- Prioritize safety and accessibility in street design
- Improve mobility and connectivity for all road users
- Protect vulnerable groups such as pedestrians and cyclists
- Make effective, evidence-based urban design decisions
- Enhance urban infrastructure planning using NACTO guidelines
- Evaluate and improve level of service for multimodal transport
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This NACTO Training Course is designed for professionals involved in transportation planning, urban design, and road safety, including:
- Urban Planners and City Transportation Officials
- Civil and Transportation Engineers
- Road Safety and Infrastructure Specialists
- Municipal Policymakers and Technical Consultants
- Professionals Involved in Smart Cities and Sustainable Mobility Initiatives
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
The NACTO Training Course follows a highly interactive methodology combining expert-led presentations, hands-on exercises, and group discussions. Participants will analyze real-life challenges using NACTO’s latest street design guides, supported by video demonstrations and practical case studies. This approach encourages knowledge-sharing, solution-based thinking, and the application of design techniques that promote safer, more efficient urban streets.
TRAINING SUMMARY
The NACTO Training Course equips participants with essential competencies to reframe city street design through safety, equity, and mobility. Based on NACTO’s globally recognized guidelines, the course provides actionable insights to design streets as public spaces that support all users. Participants will gain the confidence and knowledge to enhance urban transportation networks by prioritizing inclusivity, sustainability, and performance improvement in planning and implementation.
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: NACTO Vision and Guides
- NACTO Focus Areas,
- NACTO Mission,
- Design Guides:
- Urban Street Design Guide
- Global Street Design Guide
- Transit Street Design Guide
- Urban Bikeway Design Guide
- Bike Share Station Siting Guide
- Urban Street Stormwater Guide
Day 2: Street Design Guides
- Design Principles
- Phases of Transformation
- Street Design Elements
- Sidewalks and Curb Extensions
- Speed Control
Day 3: Street Design Guides Particulars
- Intersections
- Interim Designs
- Traffic Signals
- Measuring Performance
- Economy of Streets
Day 4: Transit Streets and Stormwater Management
- Importance of Transit
- Transit Lines and Transitways
- Transit System Street Strategies
- Green Street Principles
- Stormwater Elements
Day 5: Vulnerable Road Users and Ecology of Mobility
- Bikeway Design
- Bike Lanes
- Cycle Tracks
- Bikes at Signals and Intersections
- Speed Management
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
FAQ
EuroMaTech provides a range of ISO certification and compliance training courses, including:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems Training
- ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Training
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems Training
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EuroMaTech stands out as a leader in training and professional development due to:
- 30+ years of experience delivering high-impact training courses across industries.
- Accreditations from leading institutions, ensuring top-tier course quality and recognition.
- A portfolio of thousands of training courses, serving professionals at every level.
- A focus on innovation and future-ready learning models, including blended and digital training.
- Long-term partnerships with organizations globally, ensuring sustained success through talent development.
EuroMaTech has successfully delivered thousands of training courses, with thousands of professionals from over 50 countries attending annually.
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- Classroom Training: Experience in-person learning with expert instructors. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and benefit from face-to-face networking.
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