Course Title: Case Studies in Urban Design

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Case Studies in Urban Design

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

ARCH1396

City Campus

Postgraduate

320H Architecture & Urban Design

Face-to-Face

Sem 2 2016,
Sem 1 2017,
Sem 1 2019,
Sem 1 2020,
Sem 1 2021,
Sem 1 2022

Course Coordinator: Graham Crist

Course Coordinator Phone: Contact via email

Course Coordinator Email: graham.crist@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 100.09.02

Course Coordinator Availability: Contact via email


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None


Course Description

Case Studies in Urban Design introduces you to the processes of design and implementation for complex urban design projects. Structured through a series of analytical and critical investigations, (case studies), this course provides an opportunity for self-directed research into key urban projects locally and internationally.

Each Case Study uncovers the design ambitions, historical or theoretical precedents, economic drivers, political agendas, regulatory frameworks or other pertinent narratives underpinning the chosen project, presented through a written and visual document.
The course aims to expose you to the detailed, multidisciplinary workings of urban design practice through self-directed research, and develop a comprehensive yet practical disciplinary knowledge applicable to future design practice.
 


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Analyse and interpret a selected range of contemporary urban design practices and issues in contemporary discourse;
  • Identify and critique the multidisciplinary frameworks and techniques employed in urban design practice;
  • Critically evaluate and assess qualitative, performative, regulatory and socioeconomic aspects of the built environment;
  • Apply advanced written and graphic communication skills to critically position and substantiate complex urban design ideas.


You will be assessed on your development of the following program learning outcomes in this course:

  • Demonstrate a comprehensive and detailed knowledge of key practices and projects in urban design history, theory and contemporary discourse
  • Interpret and evaluate urban design theories and practices at abstract and practical level


Overview of Learning Activities

You will be engaged in learning that involves a range of activities including:

  • Self-directed research and presentation of findings
  • Attending lectures and participating in class discussion
  • Interviews with key participants in the development of the project
  • Research through library holdings and online sources, indirect and primary sources
  • Written, visual and verbal presentation of research presented in progress and through a detailed final report
  • Critical and constructive feedback to peers
  • Online communication


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems.
More specifically, a list of key reference texts and online resources will be provided and regularly updated. Relevant material will be placed on reserve through the RMIT Swanston Library during semester in which this course is offered.
 


Overview of Assessment

You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program learning outcomes.

Assessment tasks may include written documents, graphic folios and in-class presentations.

Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks.

 

Equitable Learning Services

  • If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.

 

Assessment Policy