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Conduct studies for proposed transportation projects.

Transportation Planners support transportation projects by gathering and analyzing data. They study the way people use transportation. They may also prepare reports with recommendations about transportation projects.

Wages	$40.46 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	Not available is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Gerontology
On the Job	Work Activities Analyze costs and benefits of proposed designs or projects. Appraise environmental impact of regulations or policies. Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems. Communicate with the public on environmental issues. Interpret research or operational data. Design civil structures or systems. Develop methods of social or economic research. Develop theories or models of physical phenomena. Advise others on matters of public policy. Prepare documentation for permits or licenses.
Career Pathways	Transportation Systems/Infrastructure Planning, Management and Regulation
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