University of Massachusetts Transportation Center

The University of Massachusetts Transportation Center is responsible for promoting transportation research, education, and training throughout the Commonwealth.

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UMass Transportation Center Kicks-Off New Video Series

The “Transportation Take-Away” series is made up of short, five- to 10-minute videos released monthly and hosted by staff from the Transportation Center.

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New ONLINE FAA Remote Pilot Exam Test Prep Course

This UMTC self-paced online course is based on a recorded presentation by Aviation and UAS industry experts and is geared toward individuals who wish to earn their FAA Remote Pilot Certification.

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FREE Micro-Training!

Baystate Roads is pleased to present new micro-training opportunities!

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Transportation Take-Away: Speed Limits

Transportation Take-Away: TTA Marijuana & Transportation Safety

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Rotary or roundabout . . . which is it?

The Boston Globe recently ran an article referencing the University of Massachusetts Transportation Center’s series, “Transportation Take-Away,” that examines the differences between a rotary and a roundabout.

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Baker-Polito Administration, State and Transportation Officials Celebrate the MBTA’s First Extended-range Hybrid Bus in the MBTA Silver Line Fleet

On September 26 in South Boston, Governor Charlie Baker, Massachusetts Transportation Secretary and CEO Stephanie Pollack, MBTA General Manager Luis Ramírez, and more gathered to celebrate the introduction of the 45th Bus, the MBTA’s first extended-range hybrid bus, into the MBTA’s Silver Line fleet.

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MassDOT Encourages Students to Participate in International Walk and Roll to School Day, October 3rd

MassDOT encourages students, parents, and school officials to take part in this annual event to promote a healthy and active lifestyle by walking and biking to school, using safe routes and wearing appropriate clothing, including helmets if cycling.

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Massachusetts Pedestrian Transportation Plan

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that the Draft Massachusetts Pedestrian Transportation Plan is now available for public comment.

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Agawam/West Springfield: Morgan-Sullivan Bridge Project Public Meeting Set

The $21.5 million project will reconstruct the Morgan-Sullivan Bridge that carries Suffield Street/Memorial Avenue (Route 147) over the Westfield River between West Springfield and Agawam. Preliminary bridge work for this project is currently expected to begin in early October, and traffic setups including permanent lane closures will be put in place by November.

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