URBPLAN 111 : Urban Planning Studio Two

Creative Arts and Industries

2020 Semester Two (1205) (15 POINTS)

Course Prescription

An introduction to urban design principles and concepts, and the relationships between land use patterns and street networks.

Course Overview

The aims of the course are to develop:
•    The ability to identify and analyse different residential building typologies;
•    Understanding the relationship between first and second order subdivision;
•    An understanding of different possibilities for development of an urban block;
 •    Ability to carry out effective research for site development; and
Ability to develop and communicate design ideas through scaled drawings and physical models.


Course Requirements

No pre-requisites or restrictions

Semester Availability

Semester 2, 2020

Course Co-ordinator

Emilia kabzamalova
e.kabzamalova@auckland.ac.nz

Capabilities Developed in this Course

Capability 1: Disciplinary Knowledge and Practice
Capability 2: Critical Thinking
Capability 3: Solution Seeking
Capability 4: Communication and Engagement
Capability 5: Independence and Integrity

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
  1. Identify different residential building typologies and recognise their limitations (Capability 1.1 and 1.3)
  2. Understand the consequences of first and second order subdivision on the built form (Capability 1.1, 1.3 and 2.2)
  3. Analyse the relationships between built form and the different typoes of open space around it (Capability 2.1 and 2.2)
  4. Create different possibilities for development of an urban block (Capability 1.3, 2.2, 3.1, 4.3 and 5.1)
  5. Demonstrate effective research skills for site development (Capability 2.1, 3.3 and 4.1)
  6. Explain and communicate design ideas through scaled drawings and physical models (Capability 4.1)

Assessments

Assessment Type Percentage Classification
Portfolio 30% Individual Coursework
Case Studies 15% Individual Coursework
Project 30% Individual Coursework
Project 25% Group Coursework
Assessment Type Learning Outcome Addressed
1 2 3 4 5 6
Portfolio
Case Studies
Project
Project

A student must achieve an overall grade of 50% or higher for their individual work to pass the course

Pass Requirements

Where a student has been unable to attend to their studies for a period of time in the semester they may apply for an Extension of Time. Late submissions will be considered on medical and special grounds when supported by a health or other professional, and when the application is made according to the procedure below. Coursework not received by the due date, and for which no extension of time has been approved, will receive the grade ‘DNC’ (Did Not Complete).
Requests for extensions of time must be submitted and approved before the due date unless there are exceptional circumstances. Students applying for an extension of time must obtain an Extension of Time Form for Coursework Submission from the School of Architecture and Planning Office (6th Floor of the Architecture Building, Building 421, 26 Symonds Street) and complete the required details. Late submission forms must be accompanied with the appropriate sign by faculty staff.

Teaching & Learning Methods

Each studio builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in the previous studio courses. Hence studio courses are prerequisites to
each other. The studio stream is designed in terms of spatial scales in the following progression: the plot, the urban street block, the
neighbourhood, the town centre and the urban form at the regional scale.
This course is taught through a combination of lectures, group discussions and individual consultations. Students need to come
prepared in order to fully participate. Readings are assigned for each week. Extensive reading, active class participation, involvement
and contribution to the project are essential for the successful completion of the course.
The work requires considerable thought and eort and good time management skills are essenstial.
Class attendance is compulsory and will be monitored.

Workload Expectations

Following University workload guidelines, a standard 15 point course represents approximately 150 hours of study.

For this course, you can expect [12] hours of lectures, a [9] hour tutorial/discussion, [34] hours of consultation [95] hours of independent work on assignments and/or test preparation.
The course structure is based on 11 weeks @ 5 hours per week = 55 hours plus Studio week

Other Information

Consultations are a form of informal non-graded feedback. Students are expected to come prepared, bring and show work to discuss
and get advice. Consultations are strongly encouraged and are monitored. Failing to consult may result in failing the course. Students
shall sign-up at the beginning of each consultation session to form the order and time-slot of their consultations.

Digital Resources

Course materials are made available in a learning and collaboration tool called Canvas which also includes reading lists and lecture recordings (where available).

Please remember that the recording of any class on a personal device requires the permission of the instructor.

Academic Integrity

The University of Auckland will not tolerate cheating, or assisting others to cheat, and views cheating in coursework as a serious academic offence. The work that a student submits for grading must be the student's own work, reflecting their learning. Where work from other sources is used, it must be properly acknowledged and referenced. This requirement also applies to sources on the internet. A student's assessed work may be reviewed against online source material using computerised detection mechanisms.

Inclusive Learning

All students are asked to discuss any impairment related requirements privately, face to face and/or in written form with the course coordinator, lecturer or tutor.

Student Disability Services also provides support for students with a wide range of impairments, both visible and invisible, to succeed and excel at the University. For more information and contact details, please visit the Student Disability Services’ website at http://disability.auckland.ac.nz

Special Circumstances

If your ability to complete assessed coursework is affected by illness or other personal circumstances outside of your control, contact a member of teaching staff as soon as possible before the assessment is due.

If your personal circumstances significantly affect your performance, or preparation, for an exam or eligible written test, refer to the University’s aegrotat or compassionate consideration page: https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/academic-information/exams-and-final-results/during-exams/aegrotat-and-compassionate-consideration.html.

This should be done as soon as possible and no later than seven days after the affected test or exam date.

Student Feedback

At the end of every semester students will be invited to give feedback on the course and teaching through a tool called SET or Qualtrics. The lecturers and course co-ordinators will consider all feedback and respond with summaries and actions.

Your feedback helps teachers to improve the course and its delivery for future students.

Class Representatives in each class can take feedback to the department and faculty staff-student consultative committees.

Student Charter and Responsibilities

The Student Charter assumes and acknowledges that students are active participants in the learning process and that they have responsibilities to the institution and the international community of scholars. The University expects that students will act at all times in a way that demonstrates respect for the rights of other students and staff so that the learning environment is both safe and productive. For further information visit Student Charter (https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/forms-policies-and-guidelines/student-policies-and-guidelines/student-charter.html).

In the event of unexpected disruption

We undertake to maintain the continuity and standard of teaching and learning in all your courses throughout the year. If there are unexpected disruptions, the University has contingency plans to ensure that access to your course continues and your assessment is fair, and not compromised. Some adjustments may need to be made in emergencies. In the event of a disruption, the University and your course coordinators will make every effort to provide you with up to date information via Canvas and the University website.

Copyright Warning Notice

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Disclaimer

Elements of this outline may be subject to change. The latest information about the course will be available for enrolled students in Canvas.

In this course you may be asked to submit your coursework assessments digitally. The University reserves the right to conduct scheduled tests and examinations for this course online or through the use of computers or other electronic devices. Where tests or examinations are conducted online remote invigilation arrangements may be used. The final decision on the completion mode for a test or examination, and remote invigilation arrangements where applicable, will be advised to students at least 10 days prior to the scheduled date of the assessment, or in the case of an examination when the examination timetable is published.

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