Introductions 4
Course Objectives
Learning objectives of this cluster include:
Bridging theory and practice by introducing students to key theories of urban and regional development and policy and testing that knowledge by applying it to a concrete case study
Bridging theory and practice by introducing students to key concepts of sustainable mobility and environmentally friendly transportation and applying this to practical debates over HSR
Developing a habit of critical inquiry and study by enabling students to unpack the complex arguments for and against investing in high-speed rail and empower them to form their own, fact-based opinions on a highly contentious policy debate
Engage in field learning by providing students with an opportunity to experience high-speed inter-city rail travel and the pertaining railway station environments for themselves
Sharpen students’ critical thinking and policy analysis skills and apply it to the arena of public infrastructure investment
Demonstrate problem solving skills at multiple geographical scales (regional, city, site-specific)
Foster team work and collaborative partnerships by working in multiple small group settings
Sharpen students’ observational skills by having them do basic site surveys
Prepare students for global citizenship by working on an issue of critical political and environmental significance
Peters, D. and Novy, J. (2012) “Rail Station Mega-Projects: Overlooked Centerpieces in the Complex Puzzle of 21st Century Urban Restructuring” (Guest editors’ introduction to the thematic issue) Built Environment, 38:1, 5-11
Peters, D., with Novy, J. (2012) “Train Station Area Development Mega-Projects in Europe – Towards a Typology” Built Environment, 38:1, 12-30
Novy, J. and Peters, D. (2012) “Railway Station Megaprojects as Public Controversies: The Case of Stuttgart 21.” Built Environment, 38:1, 128-145
Peters, D. (2011) “‘Rail City Berlin’ – Rail Infrastructure Development and Inter-modality in the Re-Unified German Capital.” TRR: Journal of the Transportation Research Board Paper #10-2528, 60-68
Peters, D. (2009) “The Renaissance of Inner-City Railway Station Areas as a Key Element in Contemporary Urban Restructuring Dynamics.” Critical Planning, 15:1, 162-185 (Special Issue on Urban Restructuring)
Readings