A Methodology to manage mobility factors and optimize university transportation in the Ecuadorian context
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university-transportation, mobility, methodology, insecurity, sustainableAbstract
Introduction: the study analyzes the transportation needs of the university community at the Centenario campus of the Salesian Polytechnic University in Guayaquil, which houses 5,011 people, considering mobility factors that affect their safety and well-being. Objective: to determine mobility factors and propose solutions to optimize the university transportation system. Method: the research employed a mixed approach with surveys, interviews, and statistical analysis applied to a sample of 357 people, evaluating accessibility, costs, schedules, safety, and comfort. Results: a high dependence on public transport, high costs, perceived insecurity, and lack of comfort were identified, along with peak demand hours and areas with a high concentration of users. interviews with authorities revealed infrastructure problems and insufficient security measures. Conclusion: the implementation of a sustainable and efficient transportation system is proposed to address the identified needs, promote shared transportation, and reduce costs, improving the mobility experience of the university community.
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