Spatial　Modeling　and　Analysis　

Course title

R1231606

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Course description

This lecture will introduce the existing urban models for understanding the structure and dynamics of cities. It will further look at how to develop models to investigate different spatial or socio-economic phenomena in the built environment. Computer-based analysis techniques will also be used to find spatial patterns and relations across different elements.

Purpose of class

This course aims to develop modeling skills essential for theoretical research in urban planning. It is aimed at students entering into research, and introduces the approach of solving real urban planning problems through the use of models and spatial analysis. Majority of the classes will include a lecture and group discussion based on weekly readings in English.

Goals and objectives

Students will learn established existing urban models.
Students will learn the application of modeling in urban planning.
Students will be able to utilize complex systems theory and simulation modeling as an approach to explain emergent spatial patterns.

Language

English

Class schedule

	Class schedule	HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.)	Amount of Time Required
1.	Introduction to the course What is a city? origins and definitions.	Review class content	30minutes
1.		Relevant readings for next class (Reading 1: Emergence, Chapter 1)	60minutes
2.	Ants and Cities: Modeling Microbehaviours. Introduction to Netlogo	Relevant readings for next class (Reading 1: Emergence, Chapter 1)	60minutes
2.		Assignment 1	100minutes
3.	Simulating with Cells and Agents	Relevant readings for next class (Reading 2: Emergence, Chapter 2)	120minutes
3.	Simulating with Cells and Agents	Assignment 1	100minutes
4.	Economic Forces and the Spatial Organization of Cities	Relevant readings for next class (Reading 3: Emergence, Chapter 3)	30minutes
4.	Economic Forces and the Spatial Organization of Cities	Assignment 1	120minutes
5.	Modeling Patterns	Relevant readings for next class (Reading 4: Emergence, Chapter 4)	60minutes
5.	Modeling Patterns	Assignment 2	120minutes
6.	Monocentric to Polycentric Cities	Relevant readings for next class (Reading 4: Emergence, Chapter 4)	60minutes
6.	Monocentric to Polycentric Cities	Assignment 2	120minutes
7.	Feedbacks & Path Dependence	Assignment 3	180minutes
7.	Feedbacks & Path Dependence	Relevant readings for next class (Reading 5: Brown et al., 2005)	60minutes
8.	Feedbacks & Path Dependence contd. Work on Assignment 3	Assignment 3	120minutes
9.	Modeling Uncertainty	Relevant readings for next class (Reading 6: Grimm et al., 2010)	60minutes
9.	Modeling Uncertainty	Assignment 4	60minutes
10.	Work on Assignment 4 / Discuss Final Presentation project topic	Relevant readings for next class (Reading 6: Grimm et al., 2010)	60minutes
10.		Assignment 4	60minutes
11.	Conveying Models through the ODD Protocol. Work on Assignment 5 / Final project	Assignment 5	60minutes
11.		Final project analysis	30minutes
12.	Work on Assignment 5 / Final project	Assignment 5	120minutes
12.	Work on Assignment 5 / Final project	Final project analysis	60minutes
13.	Work on Final project	Final project analysis	120minutes
13.	Work on Final project	Final Report preparation	60minutes
14.	Final project presentations	Final Report preparation and submission	180minutes
Total.	-	-	2210minutes

Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

	Class Discussions	Assignments	Final Presentation	Report	Total.
1.	10%	15%			25%
2.	10%	5%	10%	10%	35%
3.		10%	15%	15%	40%
4.					0%
Total.	20%	30%	25%	25%	-

Evaluation method and criteria

Your attendance will be checked according to the ID card checking machine. Being absent for more than 5 classes will result in D grade.

Final grades are computed as follows:
• Assignments: 30% (individual)
• Final presentation: 25% (group work)
• In-class discussions: 20% (individual)
• Final Report: 25% (majority group work, but individual submission)
Total: 100%

All Assignment and Final Report submissions will be through SCOMB.

Submission deadlines are set to help you progress through the course at the right speed. If you cannot submit on time (deadline listed on the syllabus) due to special circumstance, please inform the lecturer through email.

Submissions later than 2 days past the deadline, may be penalized.

Textbooks and reference materials

There is no set textbook and readings will be provided from different sources through SCOMB or Google Drive.

Please read through the assigned readings before the class as it will help you to understand the content of the lecture better. Also, in general we will begin the class with some discussion on the readings so to be able to give your input, completing the readings will be helpful.
Lecture slides will also be uploaded on SCOMB or Google Drive.

Prerequisites

Interest in urban planning, data analysis and modeling is desired.
Basic programming skills would be advantageous, but is not a requirement as training will be provided.
Own computer is required to be able to work on the assignments.

Office hours and How to contact professors for questions

Office Hours: Wednesday = 12:00 – 13:00
Questions by email can be accepted at any time.
E-mail: yasmin@shibaura-it.ac.jp

Regionally-oriented

Regionally-oriented course

Development of social and professional independence

Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills

Active-learning course

Most classes are interactive

Course by professor with work experience

Work experience	Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicatable
Applicatable	Previous research and course teaching experience.

Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals

4.QUALITY EDUCATION
9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
11.SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES

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