Designing Walkability in Cities
Posted 6 months 15 days ago by RMIT University
Explore the process of designing and planning walkable cities
The way we live and move about our cities directly contributes to our mental and physical health. On this two-week course, you’ll explore the process of designing and planning walkable cities that foster a thriving community life.
Through a comprehensive approach, you’ll cover not only the health and sustainability aspects of walkability but also delve into urban design, policy, and social considerations.
Immersing yourself in a 360-degree experience of walkability, you’ll learn how to craft pedestrian-friendly spaces that enhance both physical and mental well-being.
Discover how walkability contributes to community health
You’ll start by exploring what walkability really means and how this contributes to the health of a population.
Unpacking the design elements that promote walkability, you’ll gain the tools to address urban challenges, such as obesity and traffic congestion.
Explore city and urban planning
Next, you’ll unpack the strategies for evaluating the quality of the walking environment, such as surface, accessibility, signage, and wayfinding.
You’ll then discover how planning plays a key role in improving areas as you start to gain an understanding of planning policies.
Learn from the experts at RMIT University and EIT Urban Mobility
Throughout the course, you’ll be guided by industry specialists at RMIT University and EIT Urban Mobility. With their expertise, you’ll gain the practical skills to be able to create more pedestrian-friendly, vibrant, and sustainable urban environments.
By the end, you’ll have a deep understanding of how walkability influences urban living.
This course is designed for urban planners, community leaders, and individuals passionate about enhancing our urban landscapes.
It will also be beneficial for architects, developers, students, and policymakers who are interested in creating pedestrian-friendly environments and promoting sustainable, healthy communities.
This course is designed for urban planners, community leaders, and individuals passionate about enhancing our urban landscapes.
It will also be beneficial for architects, developers, students, and policymakers who are interested in creating pedestrian-friendly environments and promoting sustainable, healthy communities.
- Develop an understanding of the key concepts of walkability and its role in improving well-being and promoting healthy urban lifestyles
- Explore the role of walkability in encouraging healthy urban environments
- Evaluate the influence of urban planning in enhancing walkability
- Assess the significance of infrastructure quality in fostering walkability