Built Environment
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IYA0601 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | I-YT 2008 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2008-2009) |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Laaja, Martti |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2008-2009
| Impl. | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2008-10-27 – 2008-12-20 | Vesa-Matti Honkanen | Finnish | 2008-10-06 – 2008-11-02 |
Learning Outcomes
To study the built environment as an integral part of a larger natural entity, to rethink the nature-built environment relation, to get familiar with a holistic approach when researching the synergies between the man-made environments and the nature base. To get acquainted with the cultural dimension of the built environment and to investigate the value of locality as well as the conditions for future development.
Contents
The historical development of the nature-built environment relation, urbanism and cultural environments, locality and building tradition, housing history and settlements, future trends of built environment, the basic qualities of the built environment, principles in environmental aesthetics and psychology, environmental ethics.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Reference material guidelines given at the beginning of the study unit and documentation supplied by the teacher during the course.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, study research and written reports.
Assessment Methods
Written exam and study research reports. Assessments by grades.