Academics / Courses / DescriptionsCIV_ENV 387: Design of Sustainable Urban Developments
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Prerequisites
CIV_ENV 386-0, senior standing, consent of instructor; recommend CIV_ENV 385-1, CIV_ENV 385-2, and CIV_ENV 385-3.Description
The goal of this course is to design high performing neighborhoods, districts and communities that incorporate principles of density, diversity and flexibility around the “operating system of nature.” Infrastructure is decentralized and integrated with natural ecosystems. Energy is harvested from renewable sources and transmitted along smart grids. The processes that support sustainable urban districts are linked and managed through a “central nervous” or information system, which optimizes resource recovery and maximizes profitability through integration, monitoring, communication and accurate pricing. Sustainable urban development is place-based, reflecting regional conditions and local culture. Sustainable urban districts are walkable and bikeable, diminishing the need for private automobiles, and they are ecologically regenerative, economically vibrant and socially equitable.
TEXTBOOK:
No Formal Text
Drawing Materials:
- Sign Pen package
- Engineer Scale
- Tracing Paper (roll)
- Drafting Dots (optional, but suggested)
- Tracing Paper (14x17 pad) (optional)
- Highlighter pack (optional)