OVERVIEW

The Urban Planning Workshop provides a natural opportunity to apply in depth the knowledge acquired and the critical reflections developed during the first semester of lectures and practical sessions.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The ‘Urban Planning Workshop’ module aims to provide students with knowledge of the techniques involved in the analysis, development, management and implementation of urban plans. Particular attention is paid to the Municipal Urban Plan and the development of preliminary urban planning projects. 

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The Laboratory Module aims to introduce students to urban and territorial planning issues through engagement with planning instruments and their application within a real territorial and legislative framework. Throughout the laboratory activities, students work on a real-world case study and develop an understanding of the relationship between land-use governance regulations and planning practice, while testing and refining their problem-solving approaches.

It should also be noted that the expected learning outcomes include the ability to manage social interactions in a collaborative manner, to engage in constructive communication within different environments and group settings, and to demonstrate autonomy in decision-making. Additional expected competencies include a collaborative attitude, the ability to manage human and material resources, skills in coordination and negotiation, and the capacity to meet required deadlines effectively.

PREREQUISITES

There are no specific prerequisites for this module, other than attendance of the theoretical component offered during the first semester

TEACHING METHODS

The Laboratory component is primarily conducted during the second semester and is completed by the end of the course. On the final day of scheduled classes, students participate in a collective presentation of the year's Laboratory work, carried out within individual groups, through the presentation of the project portfolio (project book).

Students who hold a valid certification of physical disability or learning disability on file with the University and who wish to discuss accommodations or other circumstances related to lectures, coursework, or examinations are invited to contact both the course instructor and Prof. Federico Scarpa (federico.scarpa@unige.it), the Disability Coordinator for the Polytechnic School.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

Within the Laboratory Module, following an initial phase in which the analytical tools required to frame and address the problem are provided, students are assigned a common design topic to be developed by the entire class. The project is subsequently carried out in groups, following a problem-based learning (PBL) approach.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) most closely addressed by the course are SDGs 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15, namely: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Responsible Consumption and Production; Climate Action; Life Below Water; and Life on Land.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

**Main References**

* Gaeta, L., Janin Rivolin, U., & Mazza, L. (2013). *Governo del territorio e pianificazione spaziale*. Turin: Città Studi Edizioni.

* Benevolo, L. (Scientific Director), & Cappuccitti, A. (Ed.). (2006). *Il nuovo manuale di urbanistica*. Rome: Mancosu Editore.

Additional references and supplementary readings are indicated within the teaching materials made available to students.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

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Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The Urban Planning Laboratory assessment concludes with an oral examination. Eligibility for the oral examination is restricted to students who have successfully completed the Laboratory project assigned for the academic year and have presented their work during the final scheduled class session, including the submission of all required project materials.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The learning outcomes of the Laboratory are assessed through the submission of the project portfolio (project book) at the end of the course and through an oral discussion of the project.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Si consigliano gli studenti lavoratori e gli studenti con certificazione di DSA, di disabilità o di altri bisogni educativi speciali di contattare il docente all’inizio del corso.