Cities in Environmental Perspective 463 Arch

Topics Covered

Introduction, definition of terms, and course requirements.

Review of the main existing environmental problems. 

A historical brief of man's relationship with the environment.

The evolution on the cities’ planning theories

The industrial cities and their impact on the surrounding environment.

The planning systems and its relation with the environment.

General considerations in the planning and design of the city to preserve the environment

Introduction of green architecture and its principles. 

Introduction of renewable energy and its types.

Review and discussion of students’ researches.