Morphological Mapping

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2016:

170 Hours

AND

One of the following subjects

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

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This subject will introduce the field of urban morphological analysis and a range of techniques for urban mapping. It will include techniques for mapping and analysis of various layers of urban data, for instance: figure/ground, grain size, building and public space typology, infrastructure, functional mix, movement networks, density, streetlife, character, viewsheds and pools of use. The focus will be on an understanding of how various techniques of urban mapping can creatively contribute to different urban design concepts, approaches and outcomes within a global context.

At the conclusion of this subject it is expected that the student be able to:

• Understand the role and importance of morphological mapping for urban analysis and design;
• Read and critique a layered morphological database;
• Build a simple layered database for an urban site;
• Understand the use of mapping as a creative tool for urban design.

Assignment 1, due mid semester, 25% (1000 word equivalent)

Assignment 2, due late semester, 25% (1000 word equivalent)

Assignment 3, due end semester, 25% (1000 word equivalent)

Weekly class presentations, participation and attendance, throughout semester, 25% (1000 word equivalent) of which:

• 10% is for a MapSearch presentation;
• 10% is for participation and facilitaton of discussion of readings and exercises;
• 5% is for the final exercise presentation.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

• Mapping and graphic representation.
• Use of computerised databases.
• Ability to engage in interdisciplinary work.
• Use and citation of sources.
• Written, verbal and visual presentation of ideas.
• Ability to analyse social and cultural contexts.
• Critical thinking and analysis.