This course provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of urban planning for smart cities, focusing on strategies for climate adaptation and mitigation. It covers key concepts and current issues in urban planning, city typologies, and the role of smart cities in achieving climate resilience and sustainability. Students will explore international case studies, learn about innovative materials and technologies, and develop skills in designing and implementing sustainable urban solutions. The course is designed for master’s students in Architecture and City Planning and aims to prepare them for addressing the complex challenges of modern urban environments.

The target audience of the course is Master’s students of Chernihiv Polytechnic National University in Architecture and City Planning.

Teaching methods: The course will use a variety of teaching methods to provide a well-rounded learning experience: lectures, practical classes, visual methods, case studies, etc.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

–  Analyze, develop, and implement architectural and urban planning solutions considering socio-demographic, national-ethnic, natural-climatic, engineering-technical, and sanitary-hygienic factors.

– Generate innovative solutions and new ideas in architecture and urban planning.

– Critically address and solve problems related to architecture and urban planning.

– Communicate effectively by writing professional reports and defending course projects.

– Utilize specialized software for modeling and presenting architectural and urban planning projects.

– Apply energy-efficient and innovative technologies in scientific studies and complex architectural decisions.

– Make effective decisions by developing and comparing alternatives, considering limitations, and assessing risks and side effects.

This course provides a thorough and interdisciplinary examination of smart cities, focusing on strategies for climate adaptation and mitigation. It explores the dynamic interplay between urban development and climate resilience, delving into the foundational concepts of smart cities and examining global trends and unique characteristics that define modern urban environments.

The course begins with an introduction to the concept of smart cities, highlighting their significance in addressing global urban challenges. Students will explore various city typologies and understand the principles of climatically sustainable urban planning. The curriculum includes a detailed study of climate change, its impacts on urban areas, and innovative strategies for mitigation and adaptation.

Students will learn about the role of technological and social innovations in fostering smart city development. This includes the application of artificial intelligence in city management, the integration of renewable energy sources, and the promotion of green energy. The course also addresses the importance of sustainable reconstruction, particularly in the context of post-conflict or disaster-affected regions like Ukraine, and the application of new technologies for green rebuilding.

The syllabus covers essential topics such as enhancing urban resilience to climate-related and other disasters, the principles of the circular economy, and the decarbonization of the economic sector. Students will gain insights into strategies, policies, and governance structures that support smart city initiatives and the development of Smart City Networks.

The target audience of the course is Master’s students of Chernihiv Polytechnic National University in Economic.

Course structure:

1. Introduction to smart cities, global trends and their peculiarities
2. Climate change and mitigation strategies.
3. Innovations and innovative initiatives for smart cities development. AI in smart city management.
4. Green universities and sustainability of the academic environment. Ecological education.
5. Green energy and renewable energy integration.
6. Sustainable reconstruction of Ukraine and new technologies for green rebuilding.
7. Strategies for enhancing urban resilience to climate-related and other disasters.
8. Circular economy and decarbonization of the economic sector
9. Strategies, policies, and governance in promoting smart city initiatives. Smart City Networks.
10. Startups and their role in smart cities and climate adaptation.
11. Financial and fiscal instruments to stimulate smart cities development. Green investments.
12. Social entrepreneurship and social innovations and its role in climate adaptation.

Teaching methods: The course will use a variety of teaching methods to provide a well-rounded learning experience: lectures, practical classes, visual methods, case studies, etc.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the concept of smart cities, including global trends, key characteristics, and regional peculiarities.
• Comprehend the science of climate change, its impacts on urban areas, and various mitigation strategies.
• Define the role of technological and social innovations in the development of smart cities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various strategies, policies, and governance structures that support smart city initiatives.
• Critically analyze global trends and peculiarities in smart city development.
• Develop problem-solving skills by evaluating and proposing climate change mitigation strategies.
• Exhibit creativity in proposing and assessing innovative initiatives for smart city development.
• Acquire project management skills and the ability to develop policies and governance structures for smart city initiatives.
• Develop entrepreneurial skills relevant to smart city and climate adaptation projects.

This course provides master’s students with comprehensive knowledge and techniques to analyze, develop, and implement complex solutions in urban planning using smart city technologies and increasing renewable energy sources. It focuses on modern trends in architecture and urban planning, assessing the vulnerability of cities to climate change, intelligent data analysis for forecasting, and the prospects of renewable energy use in smart cities. Students will gain an interdisciplinary understanding essential for addressing contemporary urban challenges.

The target audience of the course is Master’s students of Chernihiv Polytechnic National University in Metrology and information and measuring technology.

Course structure:

Module 1 Modern trends in architecture and urban planning.

Module 2 Assessment of the vulnerability of cities to climate change.

Module 3 Methods and systems of intelligent data analysis for forecasting and smart city technologies.

Module 4 Prospects and features of renewable energy use in smart cities.

Teaching methods: The course will use a variety of teaching methods to provide a well-rounded learning experience: lectures, practical classes, visual methods, case studies, etc.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Analyze and develop architectural and urban planning solutions that consider socio-demographic, national-ethnic, natural-climatic, engineering-technical, and sanitary-hygienic factors.
• Generate new ideas and develop innovative solutions in architecture and urban planning.
• Develop scenarios and strategies for the development of socio-economic systems.
• Consider environmental aspects of economic activity and their impact on socio-economic development.
• Assess the current limitations of society’s economic activities due to natural resources, environmental capacity, and their consequences.
• Understand and integrate social, environmental, ethical, economic, and commercial aspects into technical solutions in urban and electrical engineering.

This comprehensive course delves into the advanced integration of software engineering principles with the evolving needs of smart city technologies and climate adaptation strategies. It is designed for master’s students in Software Engineering who aim to become pioneers in developing innovative IT solutions that address the critical challenges of urbanization and climate change. The curriculum covers modern trends in smart city development, intelligent data analysis for urban planning, and strategies for climate adaptation and migration.

Students will explore the latest methodologies and technologies used to make cities smarter and more resilient to climate impacts. They will learn to assess urban vulnerabilities, utilize spatial integrated assessment models, and develop IT projects tailored to enhance climate adaptation and support sustainable urban growth. The course emphasizes practical applications through project-based learning, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.

The target audience of the course is Master’s students of Chernihiv Polytechnic National University in Software Engineering.

Teaching methods: The course will use a variety of teaching methods to provide a well-rounded learning experience: lectures, practical classes, visual methods, case studies, etc.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Generate new ideas and develop innovative solutions in the field of smart city and urban planning technologies.
• Use spatial integrated assessment models to understand the vulnerability of cities to climate change.
• Develop and implement IT projects for assessing climate adaptation and migration strategies.
• Communicate effectively through professional reports and oral presentations.
• Utilize specialized software tools for developing IT solutions for smart cities and climate adaptation.
• Perform big data analytics.

The course delves into the evolving landscape of urbanization in the context of climate challenges. It explores how cities can integrate smart technologies and innovative strategies to mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts. Emphasizing sustainability and resilience, the course examines various facets of smart cities, including mobility, energy systems, building design, and environmental management. Social innovation and the sharing economy are explored as critical components for fostering sustainable urban development.

The target audience of the course is Master’s students of Chernihiv Polytechnic National University in Environmental Safety.

Teaching methods: The course will use a variety of teaching methods to provide a well-rounded learning experience: lectures, practical classes, visual methods, case studies, etc.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• use conceptual environmental laws in professional activities; know the legal and moral standards for assessing professional activities, developing and implementing socially significant environmental projects in the face of contradictory requirements;
• demonstrate the ability to organize collective activities and implement complex environmental projects, taking into account available resources and limitations;
• demonstrate awareness of the latest environmental protection principles and practices;
• select the optimal management and/or environmental management strategy depending on environmental conditions;
• know the basics of environmental engineering design and environmental expert assessment of environmental impact.
• explain the modern concepts of “Smart cities” and their environmental, technological, economic and social aspects; demonstrate knowledge about climate adaptation and mitigation strategies related to concepts of “Smart Cities”;
• analyze “Smart Cities” solutions directed to climate mitigation challenges across all city sectors, including transportation, energy production, buildings, food production, water management, etc.