Undergraduate Courses
Urban and Planning History
Semester: Spring
Level: Undergraduate
This course explores how cities and planning systems have evolved over time, from early settlements to contemporary metropolises. It examines the socio-political, economic, and cultural forces that have shaped urban form, planning ideas, and institutions.
Key Themes:
- Evolution of urban form across civilizations
- Milestones in planning thought
- Comparative global urban histories
- Historical roots of today’s urban issues
Learning Outcomes:
- Analyze the development of cities within their historical contexts
- Identify major turning points in planning history
- Connect past planning practices to current urban challenges
Urban Fringe Belts
Semester: Autumn
Level: Undergraduate
This course focuses on the formation, transformation, and contemporary relevance of fringe belts. It explores their role in shaping urban form and their potential in the development of the urban landscape.
Key Themes:
- Historical formation of fringe belts
- Spatial analysis and classification
- Role in sustainable city development
- Case studies from global cities
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand fringe belts as dynamic spatial structures
- Analyze their impact on urban development and sustainability
- Develop strategies for their conservation and integration
Morphological Regionalization
Semester: Spring
Level: Undergraduate
Morphological Regionalization is a powerful tool for understanding the physical structure of cities. By learning the method of morphological regionalization, students will gain the ability to analyze the dynamic structure of cities and apply it in planning processes.
Key Themes:
- Principles of the method of morphological regionalization
- Identifying and delineating morphological regions
- Methods of spatial analysis and zoning
- Case studies from global cities
Learning Outcomes:
- Conduct morphological surveys and mapping
- Define morphological regions based on physical and historical characteristics
- Apply morphological insights in planning and design scenarios