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Sustainable Neighborhoods
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 5 hours
  • Course by Johns Hopkins University
  • Offered by

About

This course will provide students with an introduction to tools and concepts for a better understanding of the importance of the neighborhood as part of a sustainable city. This will include a careful look at the natural context of successful neighborhoods. An evaluation of important components and structure that create a sustainable neighborhood. Complete neighborhoods can provide their residents with pedestrian access to schools, daycare, recreational centers, and a variety of open spaces, as well as opportunities for food production. These and other aspects of sustainable neighborhoods will be carefully evaluated in this course. There will also be case studies of neighborhood development projects in Houston, TX, San Antonio, TX, and Chattanooga, TN. And lastly, the course will review the importance of zoning on sustainable neighborhoods with a particular focus on form-based zoning. By the end of this course, you will be able to: • Construct general plans for urban parks and natural corridors for achieving natural context neighborhoods. • Analyze how neighborhood schools, support services and civic sites contribute to neighborhood livability and sustainability. • Examine how local open space and housing density can be balanced as neighborhood components to achieve sustainable communities. • Evaluate the aspects of neighborhood structure that include packet parks, open-space configurations, and transit orientation in communities. • Apply lessons learned from the evaluation of three case studies at the Buffalo Bayou project in Houston, Texas, the Pearl District project in San Antonio Texas, and 21st century waterfront project in Chattanooga Tennessee. • Explain the importance of zoning for sustainable neighborhoods with a particular focus on form-based zoning. Example backgrounds that would be helpful for students to succeed in this course: - To have a general understanding of how public/private projects are planned and implemented - Have a strong interest or experience in planning and developing regional sustainable development plans - Familiar with how government organizations function in the areas of transportation planning and project development - Served as a volunteer committee member or leader on regional transportation projects and/or regional policy development initiatives - Have a background and interest in environmental protection plans and projects - A general knowledge of regional transportation project planning and implementation - General knowledge or experience in public participation in governmental policy development - A strong interest and/or experience in improving the urban environment for the benefit of its citizens - Have a general knowledge of legal and policy issues involved in sustainable development - Have experience or general knowledge of social equity issues

Modules

The Neighborhood's Natural Context

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Student Introductions

1 Videos

  • Neighborhood Natural Context

2 Readings

  • Welcome to the Course
  • The Natural Context of a Sustainable Neighborhood: Resources

Additional Neighborhood Natural Context Examples

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Additional Neighborhood Natural Context Examples

The Buffalo Bayou Project - Houston, Texas

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Neighborhood’s Natural Context and Buffalo Bayou Project

2 Videos

  • Project Overview and History
  • Project Results and Perspectives

Desirable Neighborhood Components

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Neighborhood Components
  • Additional Neighborhood Components

1 Readings

  • Neighborhood Components: Resources

Additional Desirable Neighborhood Component Examples

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Additional Neighborhood Component Examples
  • Neighborhood Components: Food, Clustering, and Openness

The Pearl District Project - San Antonio, Texas

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Neighborhood Components and the Pearl District Project

2 Videos

  • Project Overview and Civic Goals
  • Merging Contextual and Preservation Objectives

Neighborhood Structure Characteristics

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Neighborhood Size and Organization
  • Transit Orientated and LEED Rating System 

1 Readings

  • Neighborhood Structure: Resources

21st Century Waterfront Project - Chattanooga, Tennessee

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Neighborhood Structure and the 21st Century Waterfront Project

3 Videos

  • Project Introduction and Background
  • The Project Barriers and Cultural Heritage
  • Perspectives on the Project

Auto Summary

Discover the intricacies of creating Sustainable Neighborhoods with this comprehensive course designed for professionals in the Science & Engineering domain. Guided by expert instruction, you will delve into the essential tools and concepts that underscore the significance of neighborhoods in fostering sustainable cities. The curriculum will explore the natural context, components, and structures that contribute to vibrant, pedestrian-friendly communities offering access to schools, daycare centers, recreational spaces, and food production opportunities. Throughout this 300-hour course, you will analyze key elements that enhance neighborhood livability and sustainability, such as urban parks, natural corridors, and balanced housing density. The course also features in-depth case studies of successful neighborhood projects in Houston, TX, San Antonio, TX, and Chattanooga, TN, providing practical insights into real-world applications. Additionally, you will learn about the critical role of zoning, with a focus on form-based zoning practices. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to: - Design urban parks and natural corridors for sustainable neighborhoods - Assess the contribution of neighborhood schools and civic sites to community sustainability - Balance local open space with housing density for optimal neighborhood structure - Apply lessons from case studies to your own projects - Understand and explain the importance of zoning in sustainable neighborhood development Ideal candidates for this course include those with a background in public/private project planning, regional sustainable development, government transportation planning, environmental protection, legal and policy issues, and social equity concerns. Whether you have prior experience or a keen interest in improving urban environments, this course offers valuable knowledge and skills to enhance your professional endeavors. Enroll today through Coursera's Starter subscription and take the first step towards becoming an expert in sustainable neighborhood development.

William Roper
Instructor

William Roper