Analysis of Forested Landscapes
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Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
LK0448 Analysis of Forested Landscapes, 15.0 Credits
Analys av skogslandskapSubjects
Landscape ArchitectureEducation cycle
Bachelor’s levelModules
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Analysis of biophysical, natural and land use factors | 7.5 | 0001 |
| Sociocultural aspects of the landscape and Contemporary concepts. | 7.5 | 0002 |
Advanced study in the main field
First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirementsBachelor’s level (G1N)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
General entry requirements for first cycle studies and- Science Studies 2
- Social Studies 1b or Social Studies 1a1 + 1a2
- English 6
Exemption granted from the general entry requirements of Swedish.
Objectives
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a basic understanding of landscape analysis including the structure, identity, historical and cultural heritage of the landscape, basic concepts in landscape ecology, and the landscape relations to different user groups.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to
- make fundamental analyses of the structure, identity, and cultural heritage of the landscape
- describe basic concepts in landscape ecology
- identify user groups and their relations to the landscape
- analyze and report a case study.
Content
The course is divided into two modules:
Module 1: Analysis of biophysical, natural and land use factors.
Module 2: Sociocultural aspects of the landscape and Contemporary concepts.
The course includes regional excursions and a final case study.
The aim is to provide a holistic understanding of the importance of trees and forest in the landscape, particularly regarding the complexity, spatiality and relation to the users of the landscape. The two modules treat different aspects of sustainable development, which are synthesized in the final case study. The first module includes tools for analysing landscape development and structure, landforms, buildings, and vegetation structures. The second module deals with sociocultural aspects to analyze the use of the landscape, including rules and regulations related to landscape use, The European Landscape Convention, user types, recreation types, user perspectives, experience and preferences, and stakeholder analysis, including power/interest analysis.
The course has an international perspective in principle, but in practice, it focuses on the forested landscapes of northern Europe. Students gain theoretical knowledge through lectures, discussions, feedback, meetings and seminars. The lectures are grounded on scientific literature, which is applied in case studies and group exercises based on real places and processes.
To further student learning and promote discussion, a variety of methods are used: Lectures, literature studies, exercises, written assignments, group work
The course focuses on the following generic competencies: Critical thinking, problem solving, oral & written communication, teamwork, ability to work autonomously
The following course components are compulsory: Course exercises and excursions.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
Approved written and oral presentations and approved final case study report. Completed compulsory components.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
The principles of Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) are applied for the written assignments of the course.Responsible department
Department of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management
Cooperating departments:
Further information
Litterature list
Module 1
- Antrop (2013) A brief history of landscape research. In: Howard, Thompson & Waterton (eds.). The Routledge Companion to Landscape Studies. Routledge, New York. Chapter 1, pp. 11-22.
- European Commission (EC). (2013). Communication from the commission to the European Parliament, the council, the European Economic and social committee and the committee of the Regions. Green infrastructure (GI)—enhancing Europe’s Natural Capital, COM 249 final, European Commission, Brussels, Belgium.
- Haase, D., S. Pauleit & T.B. Randrup (2020) Urban open spaces and the urban matrix: elements, form and functions In: Jansson, M. & T.B. Randrup (Eds) Urban Open Space Governance and Management. Routledge, London & New York. Pp. 30-50.
- Konijnendijk et al. (2006) Defining urban forestry - A comparative perspective from North America and Europe. In: *Urban Forestry & Urban Greening 4 (2006) 93-103 *
- Oles, T. (2013). Go with me: 50 steps to landscape thinking. Architectura+ Natura. https://issuu.com/bouwkunst/docs/thomas_oles-gowithme-50steps
- Randrup, T.B. & M. Jansson (2020) Introduction: Urban open space governance and management - the long-term perspective. In: Jansson, M. & T.B. Randrup (Eds) Urban Open Space Governance and Management. Routledge, London & New York. Pp. 2-10.
- Stahlschmidt, Per et al. (2017), Landscape Analysis. Chapter 3: Analysis of Natural Factors, Biophysical Attributes and Land Use. p.33-60
- Turner M.G., Gardner R.H. (2015). Introduction to Landscape Ecology and Scale In: Landscape Ecology in Theory and Practice. Springer, New York, NY.
Module 2
- Ackermann, F., & Eden, C. (2011). Strategic management of stakeholders: Theory and practice. Long range planning, 44(3), 179-196.
- Bryson, J. M. (2004). What to do when stakeholders matter: stakeholder identification and analysis techniques. Public management review, 6(1), 21-53.
- Ermischer, G. (2004). Mental landscape: landscape as idea and conceptLandscape Research, 29:4, 371-383.
- Jansson, M., H. Fors, E.P. Sundevall, A. Bengtsson, I. Lerstrup, P. Hurley, M. Qviström & T.B. Randrup. (2020). User-oriented urban open space governance and management. In: Jansson, M. & T.B. Randrup (Eds) Urban Open Space Governance and Management.. Routledge, London & New York. Pp. 68-92. ISBN 978036717303
- Kabisch, et al (2016). Nature-based solutions to climate change mitigation and adaptation in urban areas
- Kärrholm, M. (2005). Territorial Complexity in Public Spaces - A Study of Territorial Production at Three Squares in Lund. Nordisk arkitekturforskning, 18(1), 99-114.
- Leshem, S., & Trafford, V. (2007). Overlooking the conceptual framework. Innovations in education and Teaching International, 44(1), 93-105.
- Pauleit, S., Zölch, T., Hansen, R., Randrup, T. B., & Konijnendijk van den Bosch, C. (2017). Nature-based solutions and climate change–four shades of green. Nature-based solutions to climate change adaptation in urban areas: Linkages between science, policy and practice, 29-49.
- Reed, M. S., Graves, A., Dandy, N., Posthumus, H., Hubacek, K., Morris, J., ... & Stringer, L. C. (2009). Who's in and why? A typology of stakeholder analysis methods for natural resource management. Journal of environmental management, 90(5), 1933-1949.
- Scott, W. R. (2014). Institutions and organizations: Ideas, interests, and identities. Chapter 3. Read p.55-74
- The Council of Europe. (2000). European Landscape Convention. Cultural Heritage, Landscape and Spatial Planning Division. Directorate of Culture and Cultural and Natural. Strasbourg, France.
- Ulrich, R. S. (1984). View through a Window May Influence Recovery from Surgery. Science, 224(4647), pp. 420-421.
- United Nations. (1987). Brundtland Report. Report of the World Commission on Environment and Development: Our Common Future.Chapter 2: Towards Sustainable Development.