Architecture & DesignGreen Urban Design

Green Urban Design

SKU: RV-10226
Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Urban design theory is the livability and sense of urban place. “Green urban design” incorporates sustainability and environmental stewardship in urban design decisions.

This interactive online course gives you fundamental urban design principles and green urban design approaches. Specifically we’ll discuss green urban design details that you can apply to your projects:

  • Green street design
  • Parking approaches
  • Alternate transportation options
  • Storm water considerations
  • Landscaping and irrigation
  • Site elements
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Course Details

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Discuss the fundamental principles of urban design
  • Understand the importance of green urban design for the environmental stewardship of a community
  • List the different green urban design approaches that professionals can incorporate into their urban areas
  • Recognize the importance of stormwater considerations
  • Utilize green urban design concepts to achieve sustainability

Specs

Course Level Intermediate
Languages English
Compatibility MobileReady, Responsive

Rumanda Young, Ph.D.

Author

Dr. Young is a Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) in the state of Texas and a Certified Planner (AICP). She holds a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture (BLA) from the University of Arkansas, a master's degree in city and regional planning (MCRP) with environmental planning emphasis from the University of Texas at Arlington, and a Ph.D. in urban planning and public policy. Dr. Young also spent time abroad in Cheltenham, England at the University of Gloucestershire focusing on sustainable development practices, environmental planning, and resource management.

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