A lecture/seminar on advanced topics of the built urban environment through the study of theory, history, site context and case studies. The evolution of urban design will be considered through detailed analysis of urban form, streetscapes, open spaces and architecture. Local and global examples will be studied. The course engages students through graphic analysis, design exercises and discussion sessions. Exercises and assignments involve the use of computer-aided design software tools and techniques. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 2 Tutorial hoursPrerequisite(s): Two of GEOG 240, PLAN 341 or PLAN 346. Note: Students with credit for GEOG 446 will not receive credit for this course. This course was labeled GEOG 446 until 2014.
A lecture/seminar on advanced topics of the built urban environment through the study of theory, history, site context and case studies. The evolution of urban design will be considered through detailed analysis of urban form, streetscapes, open spaces and architecture. Local and global examples will be studied. The course engages students through graphic analysis, design exercises and discussion sessions. Exercises and assignments involve the use of computer-aided design software tools and techniques. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 2 Tutorial hoursPrerequisite(s): Two of GEOG 240, PLAN 341 or PLAN 346. Note: Students with credit for GEOG 446 will not receive credit for this course. This course was labeled GEOG 446 until 2014.
