Basic History Of Transport
- Management Sciences
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 135 pages
- 14 units
This course introduces undergraduate students to the historical evolution of transport from ancient times to the modern era. It examines the concept, modes, scope, and functions of transport, tracing changes in technologies across land, water, and air. The course also investigates the development of transport infrastructure in Nigeria, including ports, waterways, roads, rail, and air transport, and analyzes its impact on the country's socio-economic and political life. Additionally, it explores the development of telecommunication and its influence on spatial interaction.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 26 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of TPM201, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
TPM201 · UNIT 1: WHAT IS TRANSPORT?
From the foregoing, therefore, transport can be defined as the movement of persons, animals, goods, ideas, information etc. from one point to another and the means by which such movement is accomplished.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the concept of transport and its various modes
- Trace the historical evolution of transport from ancient times to the present
- Analyze the development of transport infrastructure in Nigeria
- Assess the impact of transport on the socio-economic and political life of Nigeria
- Describe the development of telecommunications and its impact on spatial interaction
- Evaluate the challenges and opportunities in the transport sector
What it prepares you for
- Transport Planner
- Logistics Manager
- Transportation Engineer
- Urban Planner
- Policy Analyst
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Urban Planning
- Government
- Telecommunications
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Historical Evolution of Transport
Unit 3: Transport during the Industrial Revolution (1700 – 1900 A.D)
Requires understanding of complex technological advancements and their societal impacts during a period of rapid change.
- Module 3: Historical Development of Transport Infrastructure in Nigeria
Unit 3: The Development of Railway Transport in Nigeria
Involves analyzing intricate relationships between colonial policies, infrastructure development, and socio-economic consequences.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Concept, Definition and Scope of transport
Unit 1: What is Transport? · 2 hours
Define transport. Identify modes. Discuss distinctiveness. Highlight advantages..
- Week 2Module 1: Concept, Definition and Scope of transport
Unit 2: The Scope of Transport · 2 hours
Describe relationship to other disciplines. Explore development as academic field. Explain influence of disciplines. Discuss scope. Identify sub-disciplines..
- Week 3Module 1: Concept, Definition and Scope of transport
Unit 3: The Functions and Importance of Transport · 2 hours
Discuss functions and benefits of developed transport system. Explain importance to economic, social and political development..
- Week 4Module 2: Historical Evolution of Transport
Unit 1: Transport during the Ancient and Classical Periods (Pre-1300 A.D) · 2 hours
Highlight major developments in Ancient period, Classical era, and Middle Ages. Identify major modes. Describe vehicles. Explain improvements..
- Week 5Module 2: Historical Evolution of Transport
Unit 2: Transport during the Renaissance Period (1400 – 1600) · 2 hours
Understand Renaissance and its impact. Discuss major developments. Identify major modes. Describe vehicles..
- Week 6Module 2: Historical Evolution of Transport
Unit 3: Transport during the Industrial Revolution (1700 – 1900 A.D) · 2 hours
Explain Industrial Revolution and its significance. Discuss major developments. Identify major means. Describe vehicles..
- Week 7Module 2: Historical Evolution of Transport
Unit 4: Transport in the Contemporary Times (1900 – Present) · 2 hours
Discuss major developments in 20th century. Identify major modes and their transformations. Explain factors for widespread use of private transport. Describe vehicles..
- Week 8Module 3: Historical Development of Transport Infrastructure in Nigeria
Unit 1: The Development of Ports and Inland Waterways in Nigeria · 2 hours
Appreciate pre-colonial water transport. Identify inland waterways. Understand development of seaports. Discuss water transport decline..
- Week 9Module 3: Historical Development of Transport Infrastructure in Nigeria
Unit 2: The Development of Road Transport in Nigeria · 2 hours
Appreciate pre-colonial transport. Understand political and economic situations. Explain challenges and their solutions. Discuss impact of railway..
- Week 10Module 3: Historical Development of Transport Infrastructure in Nigeria
Unit 3: The Development of Railway Transport in Nigeria · 2 hours
Examine factors for late development. Assess contribution of world wars. Discuss rail-road competition. Analyze relationship to railway problems..
- Week 11Module 3: Historical Development of Transport Infrastructure in Nigeria
Unit 4: The Development of Air Transport in Nigeria · 2 hours
Appreciate development since 1925. Understand circumstances of first flights. Discuss initiatives and policies. Explain impact of air transport..
- Week 12Module 4: The Development of Telecommunications in Nigeria
Unit 1: Telecommunications in Pre-Colonial Nigeria · 2 hours
Identify communication methods. Highlight defects. Determine effectiveness..
- Week 13Module 4: The Development of Telecommunications in Nigeria
Unit 2: Telecommunications in Colonial Nigeria · 2 hours
Highlight modern system. Understand challenges. Discuss superiority over traditional methods..
Preparing for the exam
- Create timelines of transport developments in each historical period
- Compare and contrast different modes of transport and their advantages/disadvantages
- Analyze the impact of colonial policies on transport infrastructure in Nigeria
- Review key concepts and definitions related to transport and telecommunications
- Practice answering essay questions on the socio-economic and political impact of transport
- Focus on understanding the evolution and challenges of the Nigerian Railway Corporation
- Develop case studies on successful and unsuccessful transport projects in Nigeria
- Create concept maps linking transport developments to broader historical events
- Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their feedback
- Allocate study time proportionally to the weight of each module in the final exam
- Prioritize understanding the key factors driving the growth of telecommunications in Nigeria
- Practice analyzing data related to transport infrastructure and usage
- Form study groups to discuss and clarify complex concepts
Questions students ask about this course
What is TPM201 about?
This course introduces undergraduate students to the historical evolution of transport from ancient times to the modern era. It examines the concept, modes, scope, and functions of transport, tracing changes in technologies across land, water, and air. The course also investigates the development of transport infrastructure in Nigeria, including ports, waterways, roads, rail, and air transport, and analyzes its impact on the country's socio-economic and political life. Additionally, it explores the development of telecommunication and its influence on spatial interaction.
How many units does TPM201 have?
TPM201, Basic History Of Transport, has 14 units across 4 modules, over 135 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is TPM201?
TPM201 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Management Sciences.
Is TPM201 hard?
TPM201 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does TPM201 take to study?
About 26 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is TPM201 assessed?
TPM201 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with TPM201?
Transport Planner, Logistics Manager, Transportation Engineer, Urban Planner and Policy Analyst.