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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning : Architecture

705-235/335 Urban and Landscape Design 2/3 A

Coordinator:

Dr Jan Schapper

Prerequisite/s:

705-274 Introduction to Urban and Landscape Design or equivalent; A knowledge of ecological processes is assumed.

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

Five hours of lectures and studio work a week. Approximately 50% of the contact hours are for project work designed to develop appropriate analytical, planning, design and graphic communication skills. Attendance at two one-day excursions at times to be stated at the start of the semester

Subject Description:

Theories, history and principles of environmental design. Review of ecological principles in relation to planning and design. An emphasis is placed on designing with environmental factors in mind and working within environmental constraints, ecosystem stability being a primary goal. An awareness of environmental issues at local, regional and natural scales. Project work: Case studies in a range of environments selected to develop an practical understanding of the issues and to build knowledge and confidence in the planning and designing process in the context of natural systems.

Assessment:

Individual presentations and written assignments equivalent to not more than 3000 words (60%). Group presentations and written assignments equivalent to not more than 2000 words (40%).
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