Cities are problems in organized complexity (Jacobs, 1961). This course will explore this theme and its implications for city engineering and management in terms of: introduction to complex systems theory; exploration of cities as systems (physical, economic, social, etc.); holistic and reductionist approaches to 'a science of cities'; approaches to city planning and design in the face of complexity; challenges to sustainable design; and decision-making under uncertainty.
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Registration in this course is reserved for MEngCEM students. Other students wishing to register must request permission from the Office of Student Services.
