Dynamic Modelling of Cities
Overview
This unit explores the potential for data and the use of emerging spatio-temporal and environmental modelling and analysis technology as an integrated part of design processes.
Requisites
02-November-2025
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex spatial information and problems
- Use relevant technical tools for data collection, analysis and mapping, and have knowledge of quantitative methods, spatial mapping, relevant digital software, and geographic information systems (GIS)
- Identify problems and devise ways to investigate and solve these problems drawing on data and research- based evidence that is integrated into their design process
- Translate data between multiple digital analysis and design platforms including geographic information systems (GIS), computer aided design (CAD), city information modelling (CIM) and building information modelling (BIM)
- Use knowledge-capture approaches and related technical skills
- Gather, analyse and communicate qualitative and quantitative data relevant to different design circumstances including global trends and emerging design issues, census and survey data
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
| Activity Type | Activity | Total Hours | Number of Weeks | Hours Per Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On-campus | Studio | 36 | 12 weeks | 3 |
| Specified Activities | Various | 18 | 12 weeks | 1.5 |
| Unspecified Activities | Independent Learning | 96 | 12 weeks | 8 |
| Total Hours: | 150 | Total Hours (per week): | 12.5 | |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Exercises | Individual | 25% | 1,2,3,6 |
| How-To Guide | Individual | 30% | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| Research Presentation | Group | 45% | 1,2,3,4,6 |
Content
Exploration of contemporary and emerging digital analysis and design methods
Exploration of methods of data collection, cleaning and translation
Moving between cartesian and georeferenced spaces
Integration of data and analytics into the design process
Exploration of the potential for cross-disciplinary technology to architecture and urban design problems
Development of knowledge-capture approaches and technical skills
Presentation of design concepts and processes using short video
Graduate Attribute – Teamwork Skills: Teamwork roles and processes
Graduate Attribute – Digital Literacies: Information literacy
Graduate Attribute – Digital Literacies: Technical literacy
Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.