PTV VISSIM & VISWALK Basics

Are you curious about how cities plan their traffic systems or how pedestrian movements are modeled in public spaces?

This free beginner-friendly course introduces you to the powerful tools PTV VISSIM and VISWALK – industry-leading software for microscopic traffic and pedestrian simulation. Whether you’re a student, urban planner, civil engineer, or just a curious learner, this course will give you a hands-on start into the world of transportation modeling.

What you’ll learn:

• Basics of microscopic traffic simulation
• Introduction to PTV VISSIM interface and workflow
• Vehicle input, routing, and signal control in VISSIM
• Pedestrian modeling using VISWALK
• Simple network creation and scenario simulation
• How to visualize and interpret simulation outputs

Who is this course for?

• Civil Engineering students (Transportation specialization)
• Urban/Transport Planners and Consultants
• Academic researchers using traffic simulation
• Anyone interested in traffic behavior modeling

Tools Used:

• PTV VISSIM (student/demo version)
• PTV VISWALK
• Basic Windows system knowledge is sufficient

Why take this course?

• Designed for absolute beginners
• Real-life examples and simplified explanations
• Builds a strong foundation for advanced transportation modeling
• Ideal stepping stone for academic research, internships, or professional use

Start your simulation journey today with zero cost and a ton of practical knowledge!
No prior experience needed – just curiosity and willingness to learn.