Tools and Techniques in Spatial Planning

Course Description

Objectives

The objective of the course Tool and Techniques in Spatial Planning is to introduce students to models and methods that applied in spatial planning. In this context, lectures are delivered that focus on the theoretical framework of the selected models and methods and exercises help students to understand how to implement these methodologies.

Content
1. The theoretical part consists of the following sections:
• Presentation of systems theory approaches.
• Description of models and their role in spatial planning.
• Analysis of the population projections, e.g. The Rogers’ model.
• Economic base models for a region, e.g. Input – Output models.
• Spatial interaction and gravity models.
• Population and employment distribution model, e.g. Lowry’s model.
• Integrated Assessment Models (IAMs) and Participatory IAMs (PIAMs).
• Scenario analysis.
• Multicriteria evaluation methodologies, e.g. ELECTRE, REGIME.
2. The exercises focus on the implementation of the models and methods that proposed in theory.
Teaching & Assessment
Written examination based on theory course (70%)
Submission of applications (30%)