Course Summary
In this course, we explore the complexity of urban development in a rapidly urbanising world. Seeing the city as a complex socio-ecological-technical system, we investigate the opportunities and challenges offered by urbanisation and consider the role of engineers in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 11 - to make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable. We explore topics such as urban inequality and inclusive design, informal settlements, climate resilience, water sensitive urban design, urban greening, livability, urban governance and participatory urban planning.
As part of the course you will explore your local neighbourhood through an individual reflection and work as part of a team to identify and solve a real-world and complex urban design challenge.
This course includes a work integrated learning experience in which your knowledge and skills will be applied and assessed in a real or simulated workplace context and where feedback from industry and/or community is integral to your experience.
If you are enrolled in this course as a component of your Bachelor Honours Program, your overall mark will contribute to the calculation of the weighted average mark (WAM).