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Multidisciplinar Landscape Planning

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Course abstract

The aim of the study course is to provide knowledge and basic skills in landscape planning using a multidisciplinary approach. The multidisciplinary approach includes the coverage of the opinions of specialists in various fields of landscape architecture, as well as the balancing of different landscape functions. The study course focuses on a realistic landscape, understanding its dynamics, ecological processes and the emotional experience provided by the landscape. This design approach focuses on the widespread acquisition and application of sustainable design solutions. This study course envisages participation in the annual plenary of Latvian schools of architecture.

Learning outcomes and their assessment

• Knowledge about planning by using multidisciplinary way in real landscape.
• Practical skills in use of different sustainable design solutions for project territories.
• Competence in making connections between different field aims and territory functions.

Course Content(Calendar)

1. Areas and concepts of multidisciplinary planning. (1st practical work)(4 h)
2. Multidisciplinary planning methods and process (practical work 1)(4 h)
3. Possibilities and limitations of linking different spheres (Practical work 1)(4 h)
4. The importance of discussions and communication both between professionals and other stakeholders. (1st practical work)(4 h)
5. Implementation of various sustainable planning solutions. (2nd practical work)(4 h)
6. Innovative methods in the work of an interdisciplinary planning group. (2nd practical work)(4 h)
7. Different approaches to design representation based on a clear representation of the proposed idea. (2nd practical work)(4 h)
8. Evaluation and discussion of possible solutions. (Seminar)(4 h)

Requirements for awarding credit points

Class attendance not less than 75%. The developed practical work was submitted on time. For works submitted after the specified time (if there is no justifiable reason), the mark is reduced by 1 point. Positively evaluated practical work. An accumulative test is also possible, the fulfillment criteria of which are determined by the head of the study course.

Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work

1. practical work. Participation in the annual plenary of Latvian schools of architecture. Working in groups with students from other universities, addressing current architecture and landscape architecture topics. The plenary includes a lecture course from industry professionals and provides an opportunity to consult with university and industry specialists. The final work is presented in municipalities and the general public.
2. practical work. Group work on the use of innovative methods in landscape development planning. In the process of elaboration of the work, field seminars for one or more days are planned. Seminar. Evaluation and discussion of possible solutions. Defending the work through environmental objects or presentation.

Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes

Study course formal test assessment depends on seminar task assessment and study course practical work cumulative assessment. Practical work and seminar is evaluated according to task evaluating form.

Compulsory reading

1. Antrop M. Background concepts for integrated landscape analysis. Agriculture, Ecosystem and Environment, No. 77, 2000. Amsterdam: Elsevier, p. 17–28. Pieejams arī: http://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/download?doi=10.1.1.464.2197&rep=rep1&type=pdf
2. Muir R. The New Reading the Landscape: Fieldwork in Landscape History. Exeter: University of Exeter Press, 2010. 256 p.
3. Multifunctional Landscapes: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Landscape Research and Management. Conference material. J. Brandt, B. Tress G. (ed.). Roskilde: Centre for Landscape Research, 2000. 264 p. Pieejams: http://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/download?doi=10.1.1.126.6445&rep=rep1&type=pdf
4. Environmental Science: Understanding, Protecting, and Managing the Environment in the Baltic Sea Region. Editors: L.Rydèn, P. Migula, M.Andersson. Uppsala: Baltic University press, 2003. 824 p.

Further reading

1. Aston M. Interpreting the Landscape: Landscape Archaeology and Local History. UK: Routledge, 1985. 168 p.
2. Motloch J.L. Introduction to Landscape Design. United States of America: John Wiley and Sons, 2000. 369 p.
3. Selman P. Planning at the Landscape Scale. Oxon: Routledge, 2006. 224 p.

Periodicals and other sources

1. McGarigal K. What is a Landscape? [tiešsaiste] [skatīts 05.02.2016.] Pieejams: http://www.umass.edu/landeco/
teaching/landscape_ecology/schedule/chapter3_landscape.pdf

Notes

Elective course in full-time studies of Faculty of Environment and Civil Engineering professional higher education bachelor study program "Landscape Architecture and Planning".