5. Traffic lights, their history, purpose and behavior
Expectations:
- Explain why the colours were chosen
- Describe how traffic lights operate -- the timing, sequencing of traffic lights
- How do some jurisdictions address colour blindness?
Why are they in a “Christmas Tree” (vertical) configuration?
Short Report - The History of Traffic Lights
The report must be short and concise, limited to Ontario viewpoints as to their colours, location and their use. The topic is very broad and overwhelming if you review information outside of Ontario.
Why are they in a “Christmas Tree” (vertical) configuration?
In some jurisdictions each of the colours has a different shape. Why?
What prompted the increase of left turn lights at intersections?
What are the variations in pedestrian crossing lights?
*Wikipedia has excellent information on the history of automobile lights.
Time: 75 Minutes
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Important – You must have confirmation from Allan that you are certified.
- Explain why the colours were chosen
- Describe how traffic lights operate -- the timing, sequencing of traffic lights
- How do some jurisdictions address colour blindness?
Why are they in a “Christmas Tree” (vertical) configuration?
Short Report - The History of Traffic Lights
The report must be short and concise, limited to Ontario viewpoints as to their colours, location and their use. The topic is very broad and overwhelming if you review information outside of Ontario.
Why are they in a “Christmas Tree” (vertical) configuration?
In some jurisdictions each of the colours has a different shape. Why?
What prompted the increase of left turn lights at intersections?
What are the variations in pedestrian crossing lights?
*Wikipedia has excellent information on the history of automobile lights.
Time: 75 Minutes
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Important – You must have confirmation from Allan that you are certified.
- Put your name and course # on your answer sheets
- Please keep a copy of your answers
- Either print them or email to maitland2120@gmail.com
- They must be kept in your student file for audit purposes
- YOU WILL NOT BE CERTIFIED ONLINE UNTIL ALL PARTS >>> IN-CLASS, HOMEWORK and IN-CAR ARE COMPLETED
- YOU MUST BE DONE WITHIN 12 MONTHS OR NO CERTIFICATION