Course categories

	Crowd Dynamics - ICCMSS
	1. Crowd Dynamics - e-Workshop (20 Credits - Level 4/5)
	2. Crowd Dynamics - Basic Mathematical Techniques
	3. Crowd Dynamics - Applied e-Workshop (30 Credits - Level 6)
	4. Crowd Dynamics - Understanding Crowds (30 Credits - Level 7)
	5. Crowd Dynamics - Site Modelling (Level 7)
	6. Crowd Dynamics - Crowd Modelling (Level 7)
	7. Crowd Dynamics - Mass Gatherings (Level 4/5)
	8. Crowd Dynamics - Public Order Policing (Level 4/5)
	9. Crowd Dynamics - Real-Time Decision Support (Level 7)

Site news

How to register by Prof. Dr. G. Keith Still - Sunday, 11 July 2010, 02:50 AM

Thanks for all the enquiries for these set of courses. Registration will be through the University - send an email to GKStill@ICCMSS.com for details and starting dates. You cannot sign up on-line as we need to confirm relevant background and application interests. If you have attended any of the Crowd Dynamics workshops since Jan 2009 - please email me for access codes (starting September 2010). Regards, Keith

University QA Process in progress by Prof. Dr. G. Keith Still - Saturday, 26 June 2010, 04:03 AM

Hi, We have compiled over 20 years of consulting and teaching materials, including numerous case studies, into a structured e-learning environment. The first element to launch will be the reflective learning module of the Crowd Dynamics Workshop. I'm currently rebuilding the site and in the process of accrediting/validating all the courses with Bucks New University. Please bear with me while we complete this process. Outlines, samples, hyperlinks and content materials can be viewed on http://www.gkstill.com/ICCMSS.html Regards, Keith Bucks New University - the International Centre for Crowd Management and Security Studies.

Available Courses

• 1. Crowd Dynamics - e-Workshop (20 Credits - Level 4/5)

  
  

  This is the on-line version of the crowd dynamics workshop.
  
  If you have attended the workshop in the past and want a refresher course or want to go deeper into all the topics - this is the place to start.
  
  With comprehensive links to all the other courses in Crowd Dynamics e-learning site, you will learn all the principles and applications behind the workshop at your own pace.
  
  Although we cover the same materials as presented on the crowd dynamics workshop - the e-learning platform goes into each topic with far greater depth and with hyper-linked explanations, questions/answers and on-line assessments.
  
  The cost of the on-line course is £350.
  
  Note: If you have successfully completed a Crowd Dynamics Workshop since Jan 2009 - write to Prof. Still (GKStill@ICCMSS.com) quoting your details for a discounted rate.
• 2. Crowd Dynamics - Basic Mathematical Techniques

  In this course we cover the essential elements for calculating crowd dynamics such as flow rates along routes, entry and exit rates for venues, capacities, areas and percentage distributions on entry/exit. I'm often asked for "heaps of working examples" and to this aim I've created this short course.
  
  Flow rates, fill times and failure times are essential to determine which type of management control may be necessary to keep crowds safe in the complex and built environment.
  
  Assessing the space, fill times, time to reach critical mass and/or crush density are fundamental to understanding crowd safety. You'll find lots of examples for the built and complex spaces allows experienced operators to understand crowd flows and anticipated how and where crowds can build up to dangerous densities.
  
  The cost of this course is £150.
• 3. Crowd Dynamics - Applied e-Workshop (30 Credits - Level 6)

  This is the on-line version of the applied crowd dynamics workshop which focusses on the application of the DIM-ICE meta-model for events. The aim of this course is to work with you on a specific case study (delegates provide their own case study). This is broken into four main sections (Ingress - Circulation - Egress - Modes) in which the meta-models are developed and checked against your specific site.
  
  It is recommended you begin this course AFTER you have successfully complete the Crowd Dynamics Workshop (either in the classroom or on-line).
  
  The cost of this course is £500.
• 4. Crowd Dynamics - Understanding Crowds (30 Credits - Level 7)

  The application of the crowd dynamics event meta-model which outlines the phases and influences of crowd behaviour (DIM-ICE).
  
  There are three main influences influences to crowd behaviour (Design, Information and Management) and three main phases of crowd behaviour (Ingress, Circulation and Egress). There are also two main modes of crowd behaviour - normal and emergency.
  
  This course defines these phases, influences and modes for the crowd in the complex and built environment. Each of these topics are developed in depth with case studies and examples from over 20 years of consultancy at Govt. level.
  
  The cost of this course is £750.
• 5. Crowd Dynamics - Site Modelling (Level 7)

  In this course we define the key elements to modelling an event. We cover ingress/arrival profiles, circulation, facilities management and egress (normal and emergency).
  
  Modelling a site begins with reading maps and plans and converting them into the key elements (constraints) on the site. We include a range of examples that illustrate this important element of crowd dynamics.
  
  The cost of this course is £1,500 (includes licence for site modelling software)
• 6. Crowd Dynamics - Crowd Modelling (Level 7)

  In this course we cover the basics of modelling a crowd using networks, spatial and agent based analysis.
  
  Behavioural based safety considerations, how the crowd reacts to different influences are also covered in this course.
  
  The cost of this course is £2,500 (includes source code and agent based modelling software)
• 7. Crowd Dynamics - Mass Gatherings (Level 4/5)

  In this course we cover the following topics:
  
  Legal aspects of Mass Gatherings
  Planning Mass Gatherings
  Infrastructure of Mass Gatherings
  Crowd Dynamics and Behaviour
  Major Incident Management
  
  The cost of this course is £350 (coming soon)
• 8. Crowd Dynamics - Public Order Policing (Level 4/5)

  In this course we cover the behaviour of different types of crowds at different public events. Topics include:
  
  Understanding Crowd Behaviour
  Types of Crowds
  Contested Spaces
  Crowd Cordons and Crowd Pressures
  Shock Waves and Crowd Reactions
  Using Information to Manage Crowds
  Modelling Crowds for Safer Planning
  Case Studies
  
  Specific focus on the analysis of case studies that provide an insight on how crowd behaviour is influenced by the DIM-ICE principles.
  
  The cost of this course is £350.
  
  Please note this course is restricted to Police forces only.
• 9. Crowd Dynamics - Real-Time Decision Support (Level 7)

  In this course we cover the use of models for real-time decision support with specific focus on fill prediction for mass gatherings and evacuation of multi-building complex sites.
  
  Theses systems were used at both the London New Year Event Control room and Canary Wharf (London Financial District).
  
  This course teaches the user how to define the network of routes/roads, access and egress requirements, arrival profile analysis, model split and management information systems (MIS) for real-time command and control.
  
  The cost of this course is £7,500 includes both the Wide Area Evacuation and Fill-Predictor (Real-Time Decision Support) software. During this course the tutors will work with you to assess the site and design site specific tools for mass crowd movements, risk assessment and crowd safety considerations.