15146 Sustainable Urban Development
6cpPostgraduate
This subject provides an introduction to the triple bottom line of environmental, economic and social sustainability in urban development, particularly in relation to ecologically sustainable development. The concepts of eco-footprints and eco-catchments are discussed as benchmarks for environmental sustainability. Physical constraints on development including soil, hydrology and ecology are introduced. The causes and urban effects of global warming are analysed. The nature of social sustainability and sustainable urban development are covered, including sustainable building and the BASIX environmental rating method for building development, sustainable transport, and sustainable water and energy use.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City Campus
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $926.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,500.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
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