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1 Technologie- und Ressourcenmanagement in den Tropen und Subtropen TERMA Technology and Resources Management in the Tropics and Subtropics Postgraduierter internationaler Studiengang des Instituts für Technologie- und Ressourcenmanagement in den Tropen und Subtropen (ITT) der Fachhochschule Köln Version vom Seite 1

2 Modulübersicht Kürzel Modul Leistungs punkte CNE Natural Environment 5 CHE Human Environment 5 CRE Environmental and Resource Economics 5 CMG Management 5 CID International Development and Cooperation 5 TP Team Project 5 RUP Urban planning 5 RPT Procedures, Methods and Tools 5 RI1 Integrated Planning I 5 RI2 Integrated Planning II 5 RI3 Integrated Planning III 5 RPL Regional Planning 5 RUM Urban and Regional Management 5 LUE Land Use and Environment 5 LRE Resource Economics and Environmental Management 5 LSW Soil and Water 5 LCF Global Change and Food Security 5 LWR Land Use and Water Resources 5 LEP Sector Modeling and Environmental Policy 5 LEC Ecosystem Management and Nature Conservation 5 WRM Principles of Water Resources Management 5 WHQ Hydrology and Water Quality 5 WHY Hydrology and Water Resources Management 5 WRQ Water Resources Quality 5 WEC Water Economics 5 WPL Water Policy and Legislation 5 WSA Water System Analysis 5 WRP Water Resources Planning 5 WSM Watershed Management 5 Version vom Seite 2

3 WDH Urban Drainage, Sanitation and Public Health 5 WSD Water Supply and Demand Management 5 WDC Dams, Channels and Hydropower 5 WFD Flood and Drought Risk Management 5 ERS Energy Resources and Energy Systems 5 EIP Integrated Energy Planning / LCA 5 EES Energy Economics, Markets and Society 5 EWW Wind and Water Energy Generating Systems 5 EPS Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Systems 5 EEE Energy Efficiency and the Environment 5 EBL Bioenergy and Land Use 5 STS Special Topics Seminar 5 MSW Scientific Work 5 MRM Research Methods 5 MPM Preparation Master Thesis 5 MTH Master Thesis 25 MCL Colloquium 5 Version vom Seite 3

4 Name of Module Natural Environment Course Code CNE Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 1 mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 3 Winter Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome Content None Students get insights into the structure and functioning of geosystems and ecosystems and their interactions with human activities. They are confronted with the complexity of the earth system with its time scales, spatial relations and feedbacks. Global environmental problems with a focus on climate change, biodiversity loss as well as soil and water degradation are discussed. On the regional scale the specific conditions, land use potentials and environmental problems of different ecozones of the tropics and subtropics are exemplified. The lecture enables students to better understand the potentials, vulnerability and resilience of the earth system and its resources. Against the background of global climate change as well as population and economic growths in many developing countries students are prepared for decision-making positions in the field of natural resources management at the regional scale. 1. Basics of system science, ecosystems and landscape systems 2. The climate system: weather and climate, climate elements, physical components of the climate system, solar radiation, energy budget, climate classification, climate variability and change, climate models 3. Geology and geomorphology: structure of the earth, continental drift and plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanism, rock cycle, exogene and endogene dynamics, geomorphological process dynamics 4. The hydrosphere: properties of water, water in atmosphere, rain, rivers and lakes, groundwater, glaciers, snow, water reservoirs and residence time, global water cycle, regional distribution of water availability 5. Soils: soil formation and processes, soil functions, characteristics, patterns and classification 6. Flora, fauna and biodiversity: species and habitats, vegetation types and zones, floristic kingdoms, ecosystems and ecosystem services, biodiversity 7. Biogeochemical cycles and interactions, data sources, global reports 8. An introduction to the ecozones of the tropics and subtropics, their natural conditions; land use potentials and specific environmental problems: 8.1 The wet tropics Please mark accordingly: 1 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 4

5 8.2 The tropical summer rain zone 8.3 Tropical and subtropical deserts and semi-arid environments 8.4 The humid subtropical zone 8.5 The subtropical winter rain zone (Mediterranean) 8.6 For all ecozones: available online data and reports, available regional reports (GEO, Millennium Ecosystem Assessment etc.) 9. Global environmental problems: 9.1 Climate change 9.2 Biodiversity loss 9.3 Desertification and Erosion 9.4 Global water crisis Teaching Methods Lectures with group work elements Assessment Method attendance Written Examination (80%) Report (20%) lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips Total 150 Module Coordinator Lecturers Recommended Reading Dr. Udo Nehren Dr. Nehren, Dr. Kühr, Prof. Dr. Ribbe Aguado, E. (2009): Understanding Weather and Climate, 5th edition. Christopherson, R.W. (2008): Geosystems: An Introduction to Physical Geography (6th Edition), Prentice Hall. Forman, R.T.T. (1995): Land Mosaics: The Ecology of Landscapes and Regions. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, UK. Goudie, A. (2001): The Nature of the Environment, 4th ed., Blackwell Publishing. Holden, J. (2008): An Introduction to Physical Geography and the Environment IPCC fourth assessment report (2007), ISRIC: World Soil Information, Nyle C. Brady, Ray R. Weil (2010): Elements of the Nature and Properties of Soils, 3nd Edition Pidwirny, M. (2008): PhysicalGeography.net, Fundamentals of Physical Geography (2nd edition), ebook Version vom Seite 5

6 Schultz, J., (2005): The ecozones of the World, 2nd edition Turner, M.G., R. H. Gardner and R. V. O'Neill, R.V. (2001): Landscape Ecology in Theory and Practice. Springer-Verlag, New York, NY, USA. UN Water 2006, 2nd UN World Water Development Report; Version vom Seite 6

7 Name of Module Human Environment Course Code CHE Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 2 mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 3 Winter Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome None After completion of this module the participants will Understand the concepts of development and related indicator systems Have an overview of the demography of tropical countries Know about urban, periurban and rural structures and processes and the interdependency of regions Know about the major economic drivers, the global terms of trade and the role of tropical countries Able to conceptualize social aspects such as livelihoods and vulnerability Content Teaching Methods 1. Tropics and development Concepts of development Development indicators Countries of Low and medium development in global context 2. Demography and migration of developing countries 3. Tropical societies Social cohesion and fragmentation; poverty, livelihoods and risk/vulnerability government and governance, actors and stakeholders 4. Tropical economies Dominant industries in primary, secondary and tertiary sectors regional and international relations, terms of trade informal economies 5. Settlement structures and urban systems Urban development: growth and urban-rural-relations/gradient Intraurban structures and processes: fragmentation Urban hierarchies: Centrality, primacy,..) on national and global scales Lectures Exercises and Homework Readings Please mark accordingly: 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 7

8 Assessment Method attendance Final Exam 80% Presentation in class 20% lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips ,5 7,5 0 self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips Total 150 Module Coordinator Lecturers Recommended Reading Prof. Dr. Hamhaber Prof. Dr. Hamhaber, Dr. V. Selbach Carney, D. (1999): Livelihood Approaches Compared. DFID Chant, S. & McIlwaine, C. (2009): Geographies of Development in the 21st Century: An Introduction to the Global South. Elgar. Hettne, B. (2005): Discourses on Development. In: Haynes, J. (ed.): Development studies. Palgrave advanced. Le Monde Diplomatique (several editions): Atlas of Globalization. Le Monde Nuscheler, F. (2006): Entwicklungspolitik. bpb. Potter, R.B., Binns, T, et al. (2004): Geographies of Development. Pearson. Scholz, F. (2004): Geographische Entwicklungsforschung. Teubner Sen, G. (2005): The Political Economy of Development. In: Haynes, J. (ed.): Development studies. Palgrave advanced. UNDP (several editions): Human development Report. UNDP Version vom Seite 8

9 Name of Module Environmental and Resource Economics Course Code CRE Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 3 mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 3 Winter Term English Learning Goals / Outcome Content After completion of this lecture the participants will be able to: Comprehend economic concepts of microeconomics Understand the economic mechanisms determining market behaviour Be familiar with national accounting systems Analyse the welfare and environmental effects of political intervention Explain the interdependencies of international economics Understand the problem of environmental externalities and market failure Understand the mechanisms of environmental policy tools for natural resource allocation and pollution control Argue scientifically on the appropriateness of environmental policy instruments Understand the environmental non-market valuation instruments and their limitations 1 Introduction to Economics 1.1 Introduction to microeconomics (consumer and producer theory) 1.2 Efficiency concepts 1.3 Elasticity concepts 1.4 Welfare and Environmental Economics 1.5 Introduction to macroeconomics 1.6 Economic policies 1.7 International Economics (comparative advantage in international trade, current account, exchange rates, purchasing power parity) 2 Environmental and Resource Economics 2.1 Causes of environmental degradation 2.2 Environment and the economic activity 2.3 Management of natural resources policy instruments (water, agriculture, forestry, ) 2.4 Environmental problems, externalities and missing markets 2.5 Non-market valuation of environmental goods (TCM, HPM, CVM) 2.6 Property rights Please mark accordingly: 3 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 9

10 Teaching Methods Lectures 2.7 The benefits and costs of pollution reduction 2.8 Pollution policies and instruments 2.9 Environmental Cost-Benefit Analysis (ECBA) 2.10 Introduction to CBA, financial and economic criteria, values 2.11 Valuation of project flows given market imperfections, shadow pricing, valuing tradables and non-tradables, valuing labor, capital, the numeraire choice for valuation (world prices, home prices), exchange rate effects, etc Environmental impacts of projects execution, use and existing values. Irreversibility. Valuation methods non-market valuation methods (TCM, HPM, CVM) 2.13 Sensitivity analysis Assessment Method Written examination (100%) attendance lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips Total 150 Module Coordinator Lecturers Recommended Reading Prof. Dr. Schlüter Prof. Dr. Schlüter, Rui Pedroso (Dipl.-Volkswirt), Dr. Evers Folmer, Henk and H. Landis Gabel: Principles of Environmental and Resource Economics, 2nd edition, Edward Elgar, 2000 Mankiw, Gregory and Mark P. Taylot: Economics, South-Western CENGAGE Learning, London Tietenberg, Tom: Environmental and Natural Resource Economics, 6th edition, Addison, Wesley, 2003 Version vom Seite 10

11 Name of Module Management Course Code CMG Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 4 mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 3 Winter Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome Content None Students will have a basic understanding of micro-economics, including business administration, financing, political, legal and social issues related to the management of companies, and the establishment of business plans: Furthermore they get acquainted with the cost benefit analysis and learn how to analyse the financial project costs. They will be able to implement cost benefit analysis for real project case studies. In addition they can identify tools and software adequate to support decision making and planning processes and are be proficient in the soft skills relevant for successful project management. Project Economics Cost-Benefit analysis Economic vs. Financial analysis of projects costs and benefits The UNIDO method, the Little and Mirrlees method: market prices and shadow pricing for costs and benefits in the presence of market distortions World prices vs. domestic prices Implications/Distortions due to: Implicit tariffs and quotas Project evaluation with NPV using shadow prices: The shadow exchange rate, the shadow wage rate, the social discount rate, shadow price of capital Micro Economics: Enterprises: legal forms Financing/Financing instruments Cost accounting, cost calculation Start up of an enterprise Markets Business management Planning, decision making, controlling Make of a Business Plan Please mark accordingly: 4 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 11

12 Teaching Methods Lectures Assessment Method attendance Written Examination (75%) Report (25%) lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips Total 150 Module Coordinator Lecturers Recommended Reading M. Eng. A. Böhler Prof. Dr. Daldrup, Prof. Dr. H. Gaese Doppler, W.: Planung, Evaluierung und Management von Entwicklungsprojekten, Vauk, Kiel, 1985 Wöhe, G.: Einführung in die Allgemeine Betriebswirtschaftslehre, 23. Auflage, Vahlen, 2008 Version vom Seite 12

13 Name of Module International Development and Cooperation Course Code CID Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 5 mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 3 Winter Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome Content None After completion of this module the participants will be able to Classify developing countries according to economic indicators Understand the national economic dimensions of development processes. Describe the role of international markets and the WTO process for the development process Analyse the impact of international relations on development policy categorize forms of international cooperation describe the role of international organisations understand the principles of environmental law judge on the importance of international environmental agreements 1 Development Economics (1 SWS) 1.1 Low income countries and the development process 1.2 Economic development theories, 1.3 Structural changes, agriculture, industrialization, environment and sustainable development 1.4 Population growth, education and development 1.5 International Markets, WTO processes, LDC and the MDG s 2 International Cooperation (1 SWS) 2.1 Forms of international cooperation, bilateral, multilateral, economic, technical, financial, scientific, etc 2.2 International organisations and programs related to natural resources management and environment 2.3 International Agreements, protocols, conventions and contracts, Kyoto protocol, the Convention on Biological Diversity, etc 3 Environmental Law and International Conventions (1 SWS) 3.1 Historical background on environmental and resource laws 3.2 Principles of environmental law 3.3 International conventions on environmental and resources management: Ozone (Montreal), Wetlands (Ramsar), Clima (Kyoto), Transboundary Please mark accordingly: 5 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 13

14 water management (Helsinki) Teaching Methods Lectures (50 hours) assignments and exercises (50 hours) self-guided work (50 hours) Assessment Method Written Examination (65%) Report (35%) attendance lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips Total 150 Module Coordinator Lecturers Prof. Dr. Ribbe Dr. Ingo Evers, Prof. Dr. Matthias Weiter, Dr. Alejandro Iza Recommended Reading Version vom Seite 14

15 Name of Module Team Project Course Code TP Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 6 mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 10 6 Summer Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome Content Teaching Methods After completion of this module the participants will be able to Establish and organise interdisciplinary team work Distribute roles and tasks in working teams Define and agree upon rules in working teams Analyse a complex problem related to natural resources management using a team cantered approach Discuss and assess different solutions to problems and come up with a consensus within the group Use the internet as a basis for planning team work and communicate the results 1. Preparation 1.1 Essentials of team work: communicative and management skills 1.2 Planning steps in collaborative and interdisciplinary scientific work 2. Team project work Students will work in groups of 4-7 members on a case study related to natural resources management issues under the guidance of a supervisor. The typical tasks for the group are the following: 2.1 Analyse the problem of the case study and describe it in detail 2.2 Develop the objectives and methods of the group work 2.3 Implement the project independently while distributing tasks and roles within the group 2.4 Develop and discuss solutions within the team 2.5 Document the status of the work and the project management during implementation using a web-based platform Introduction to the module through lecturer Guidance through tutor Independent group work with regular group and sub-group meetings Presentation in front of plenum of the whole institute (all students and Please mark accordingly: 6 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 15

16 Assessment Method lecturers) Written reports ( %) Oral s (5+10 %) Homepage (10%) Poster (10 %) attendance lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips Total 300 Module Coordinator Lecturers Prof. Dr. Sturm Professors and Scientific Researchers from ITT Recommended Reading Version vom Seite 16

17 Specialization Area: Urban and Regional Management Name of Module Urban Planning Course Code RUP Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 7 X X X mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 3 Summer Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome Content Human Environment After completion of this module the participants will Understand the urban structure and development in tropical countries Have expertise with the use of planning concepts Exercise planning technology (GIS for urban planning) Understand the changing role of (urban) planners especially with regard to tropical urban environments 1. Urban development in industrialised and Developing countries 2. Concepts in urban planning Planning traditions and Leitbilder Planning procedures and planning bye-laws Revitalisation and urban renewal The role of the planner Teaching Methods Assessment Method attendance Lecture Group work Case study (e.g. Lagos, Bangkok, etc.) Term Paper 65% Presentation w/ short report 35% lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips Please mark accordingly: 7 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 17

18 Total 150 Module Coordinator Lecturers Recommended Reading Prof. Dr. Hamhaber Prof. Dr. J. Hamhaber M. Sc. S. Sandholz M. Sc. G. Straub Albers, G., Wekel, J. (2008): Stadtplanung eine illustrierte Einführung. Darmstadt, wbg. Bischof, W. (1999): Städtebau. - 4th ed., Stuttgart, Teubner. Drakakis-Smith, D. (2000): Third World Cities. - London, New York: Routledge. Gilbert, A. (2004): Is Urban Development in the Third World Sustainable? In: Fucso-Girard, L. (2003): The human sustainable city challenges and perspectives from the Habitat Agenda. Graham Haughton (1997): Developing sustainable urban development models. Cities, 14. Laquian, A. (2005): Beyond Metropolis: the planning and governance of Asia's mega-urban regions. Washington, Johns Hopkins University Press. McCann, E.J. (2004): Urban Political Economy beyond the Global City. Urban Studies, 41, UNHabitat (2009): State of the World's Cities - Harmonious Cities. UNHabitat (2010): State of the World's Cities Sustainable Cities. For Cologne as local reference / and for tropical case studies: Adenauer, P.B. & Soénius, U.S., Der Masterplan für Köln: Albert Speers Vision für die Innenstadt von Köln, Greven. Gugler, J. (2004): World cities beyond the West: globalization, development, and inequality. Cambridge, New York: Cambridge University Press. Version vom Seite 18

19 Name of Module Planning Procedures, Methods and Tools Course Code RPT Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 8 X X mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 3 Summer Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome Content First term of core courses and RUP or equivalent After completion of this module the participants will be able to Acquire and manage data Select appropriate methods for generating and analysing data Design an indicator system Implement adapted methods and procedures for EIA, M&E etc. Design a participatory procedure and the suitable methods 1 Planning procedures 2 Data and information handling principles: 2.1 Indicator systems 2.2 Data acquisition 2.3 Data Management principles, databases, cadastres, etc Data analysis and aggregation methods 2.5 Presentation and Information methods 3 Integrative Procedures and methods / Multi-criteria indicator system 3.1 EIA procedure and methods 3.2 Monitoring and Evaluation methods 3.3 Participatory procedures and methods 4 Urban GIS (exercise) (Potential) Submodules Teaching Methods Assessment Method attendance 1 SWS Indicator systems data and information handling 2 SWS Procedures and methods Lecture Short s In Course exercises (e.g. role play, EIA methods application ) Presentation w/ short report paper (35%) Term paper or final exam (65%) lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips Please mark accordingly: 8 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 19

20 37,5 22, self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips 112,5 37, Total 150 Module Coordinator Lecturers Recommended Reading Prof. Dr. J. Hamhaber Prof. Dr. J. Hamhaber Fürst, D. & Scholles, F. (ed. 2008). Handbuch Theorien und Methoden der Raum- und Umweltplanung, Dortmund. Hickey, S. & Mohan, G. (2004): Participation, from tyranny to transformation? : exploring new approaches to participation in development. ZED Books Mayoux, L. (2002). What do we want to know? Selecting indicators. Mikkelsen, B. (2005): Methods for development work and reserach a new guide for practitioners. Sage. Schaap, W. & Steenbergen, F.V., Ideas for Water Awareness Campaigns, The Global Water Partnership. UNDP (2000). Results Based Management: Concepts and Methodology. Hodgson, N. & Reid, T. (2003). Facilitation Toolkit: A practical guide for working more effectively with people and groups. Cloke, P, Cook, I. et al. (2004): Practising Human Geography. Sage Software: ArcGIS 9.x Version vom Seite 20

21 Name of Module Integrated Planning 1: Resource Efficiency and Environment Course Code RI1 Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 9 X X X mandatory for 2 X Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 3 Summer Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome Content (Potential) Submodules Teaching Methods Assessment Method attendance First term of core courses or equivalent (attendance) After completion of this module the participants will be able to Provide an overview of resource efficient planning principles Select regionally/locally adapted building methods and materials Analyse/evaluate resource efficiency of building and urban designs Incorporate an impact assessment into the planning procedure Focusing on principles, less technological perspective: 1. Energy efficient planning and construction 2. Construction principles traditional and modern 3. Construction material traditional and modern 4. Life-long cost and benefit analysis 5. Climatically adapted urban planning and construction Regionally/Climatically Adapted Construction and Materials Resources and Energy Efficiency Energy- Urban / Environment Lectures Short with term paper Course exercises Presentation 35% Short essay on course exercise topics (term paper) or final exam (65%) lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips ,5 7,5 5 self study Self study lecture (h) Self study exam preparation Preparation/follow up exercises, lab, Preparation/ follow up field trips Please mark accordingly: 9 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 21

22 Total 150 Module Coordinator Lecturers Recommended Reading Prof. Dr. Hamhaber Prof. Dipl.-Ing. G.Willbold Lohr Dipl.-Ing. Sven Schimschar M.Sc Hegger, M. & Institut für internationale Architektur-Dokumentation., Energy manual: sustainable architecture, Basel; Boston; Munich: Birkhäuser; Edition Detail. Givoni, B., Man, climate and architecture 2nd ed., London: Applied Science Publication. Koenigsberger, O., Manual of Tropical Housing and Building Design: Climatic design 4th ed., London: Longman. Lippsmeier, G. & Kluska, W., Tropenbau. Building in the tropics, Munich: Callwey. Szokolay, S., Introduction to architectural science: the basis of sustainable design 2nd ed., Amsterdam; Boston; London: Elsevier/Architectural Press. Further Reading Baker, N. A., K., & Szokolay, S. V., Climate Responsive Architecture: A design Handbook for Energy Efficient Buildings, New Delhi: Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Limited. BMVBS (2009): Nutzung städtischer freiflächen für erneuerbare Energien. BBSR American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, ASHRAE Handbook: Fundamentals. SI (Metric) ed., Atlanta GA: ASHRAE. Hyde, R., Bioclimatic housing: innovative designs for warm climates, London; Sterling VA: Earth scan. Lantsberg, A., Sustainable urban energy planning: A roadmap for research and funding, California Energy Commission Public Interest Energy Research Program. Pistohl, W., Handbuch der Gebäudetechnik, Werner Verlag WBCSD, Energy Efficient in Buildings, Business realities and Opportunities, WBCSD. Software: Climate Consultant 4.0 Version vom Seite 22

23 Name of Module Integrated Planning 2: Infrastructure and Services Course Code RI2 Specialization Core course LM WM EM RM suitable for 10 X X X mandatory for 2 Credit Points SWS Turn Language 5 4 Winter Term English Prerequisites Learning Goals / Outcome Content (Potential) Submodules Teaching Methods Assessment Method attendance After completion of this module the participants will be able to Describe and analyze the basic concept of urban economic system Understand the technical principles and markets of urban infrastructure Conceptualize access and barriers to infrastructure services 1. Economic sectors, Formality and informality 1.1. Secondary, tertiary, quaternary sector 1.2. Production, Services (e.g. tourism) 2. Urban disparities, poverty etc. 3. Urban Infrastructure 4. Water and wastewater systems 5. Energy supply systems 6. Waste management 7. Demand-side concepts 8. Integrated resource planning principles 1/3 Urban economies 2/3 Urban infrastructures Lecture Short s In Course exercises Assignment with (40%) Exam (60%) lecture (h) Exams (h) Exercises, lab, Field trips Self study lecture Self study exam Preparation/follow Preparation/ Please mark accordingly: 10 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is suitable for 2 check box for field(s) of specialization the module is mandatory for Version vom Seite 23

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