General Information
The subject explores the role of economic development and city planning in the development of soft and hard infrastructure that leads to economic prosperity for urban centres. The subject develops a comprehensive understanding of land development markets within cities. It then focuses on levels of governance and private investment responsible for infrastructure development and evaluates key drivers including political, social and environmental challenges in the realisation of infrastructure implementation. This subject will enable you to critically assess the socio-political context and explain key urban theory such as urban consolidation, environmental conservation offsets and the imporatance of building future capacity within infrastructure. You will engage with real live projects, stakeholders and a range of practitioners while participating in interactive lectures and blended learning activities. You will also participate in online activities and reflective professional practice activities to build relevant experience in the design and land development industry.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: SSUD71-237 Subject title: Infrastructure and City Economics Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: May 2023 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Intensive Workload items: - Workshop: x3 (Total hours: 18) - Workshop 1: 3 days
- Workshop: x3 (Total hours: 18) - Workshop 2: 3 days
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Recommended Study Hours
Attendance and learning activities: It is recommended that students attend all lectures and field trips. Field trips and practitioner contact provide important experiential qualities in this subject. As successful completion of this subject is heavily dependent on participation during all scheduled sessions, attendance will be monitored. Most sessions build on the content of the previous one. It is difficult for a student to recover if a session is missed. It is the responsibility of the student to catch up on any content missed and to complete set work outside class. It is also necessary for students to engage proactively and contribute positively in discussions, analyses and case studies. The assessments are an important part of developing the knowledge and understanding required to fulfil the minimum requirements of this subject. In addition to class contact hours, students should plan to spend a minimum of 84 hours undertaking preparation/out of class work/personal study for this subject. This is intended as a general guide only for workload planning. More time may be required depending on the student's comprehension of the content delivered in class and aptitude for the subject. Please note that subsequent subjects assume the student has a full understanding of this subject - this content will not be repeated. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: No Prescribed resources.
After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List.iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications.
Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | SSUD71-237 |
| Subject title: | Infrastructure and City Economics |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | May 2023 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Intensive |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | It is recommended that students attend all lectures and field trips. Field trips and practitioner contact provide important experiential qualities in this subject. As successful completion of this subject is heavily dependent on participation during all scheduled sessions, attendance will be monitored. Most sessions build on the content of the previous one. It is difficult for a student to recover if a session is missed. It is the responsibility of the student to catch up on any content missed and to complete set work outside class. It is also necessary for students to engage proactively and contribute positively in discussions, analyses and case studies. The assessments are an important part of developing the knowledge and understanding required to fulfil the minimum requirements of this subject. In addition to class contact hours, students should plan to spend a minimum of 84 hours undertaking preparation/out of class work/personal study for this subject. This is intended as a general guide only for workload planning. More time may be required depending on the student's comprehension of the content delivered in class and aptitude for the subject. Please note that subsequent subjects assume the student has a full understanding of this subject - this content will not be repeated. |
| Prescribed resources: | No Prescribed resources. After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List. |
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Demonstrate professional consultancy skills relevant to both private and public practice such as communication, ethical standards and research capabilities.
- Undertake extensive research, data analysis, innovate in problem solving and presentation methods.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
- Demonstrate understanding of how funding partnerships for infrastructure enhances the standards of service and timing of infrastructure implementation.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Case Analysis§^ Undertake a case study report on a major infrastructure project. Evaluate the scope, budget and funding of the project. Assess the project outcomes. 50.00% Week 6 1,2,3,4,5 Project Report§ To identify a major infrastructure project. Provide a report, providing detail on rational and needs assessment on the intended outcomes of the infrastructure. Present material to class at the end of the first intensive session in class time. 50.00% Week 12 1,2,3,4,5 - ^ Students must pass this assessment to pass the subject
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Pass requirement
No pass requirement on an individual assessment
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Case Analysis§^ | Undertake a case study report on a major infrastructure project. Evaluate the scope, budget and funding of the project. Assess the project outcomes. | 50.00% | Week 6 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Project Report§ | To identify a major infrastructure project. Provide a report, providing detail on rational and needs assessment on the intended outcomes of the infrastructure. Present material to class at the end of the first intensive session in class time. | 50.00% | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
- ^ Students must pass this assessment to pass the subject
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Pass requirement
No pass requirement on an individual assessment
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A student who has not established a basis for an extension in compliance with University and Faculty policy either by 1) not applying before the assessment due date or 2) by having an application rejected due to failure to show a justifiable cause for an extension, will receive a penalty on assessment submitted after its due date. The penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment for every day late, with the first day counted after the required submission time has passed. No assessment will be accepted for consideration seven calendar days after the due date. Where a student has been granted an extension, the late penalty starts from the new due date and time set out in the extension.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Introduction to Infrastructure and its role in economic development of cities
Orientation to the role of infrastructure, how it is funded and its relationship to economic development in urban areas.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
- Demonstrate understanding of how funding partnerships for infrastructure enhances the standards of service and timing of infrastructure implementation.
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Urban Infrastructure and its role in the economic development of cities
Urban economic theory (starting with Malthusian theory and environmental economics).
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Demonstrate professional consultancy skills relevant to both private and public practice such as communication, ethical standards and research capabilities.
- Undertake extensive research, data analysis, innovate in problem solving and presentation methods.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
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Exploring the impacts of the circular economy and a price on carbon in delivering infrastructure
Investigating how infrastructure may contribute to net zero emissions targets and meet the objectives of economic circularity.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Undertake extensive research, data analysis, innovate in problem solving and presentation methods.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
- Demonstrate understanding of how funding partnerships for infrastructure enhances the standards of service and timing of infrastructure implementation.
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Exploring the relationship between urban planning, land use management and economic development
An investigation into how land use designations impact on economic development and its impact on infrastructure provision. Discussion on the concept of "in-time infrastructure" as an important correlations to economic prosperity.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Undertake extensive research, data analysis, innovate in problem solving and presentation methods.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
- Demonstrate understanding of how funding partnerships for infrastructure enhances the standards of service and timing of infrastructure implementation.
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Field trip to major infrastructure sites
To understand the application of knowledge to specific examples of infrastructure students will tour major infrastructure sites in the region to evaluate waste management, transport infrastructure and other examples.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Demonstrate professional consultancy skills relevant to both private and public practice such as communication, ethical standards and research capabilities.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
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The role of government agencies in the development and provision of public infrastructure.
To establish sound knowledge on how infrastructure projects are initiated, planned and evaluated after implementation, in order to achieve broader planning objectives of government funded projects.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Undertake extensive research, data analysis, innovate in problem solving and presentation methods.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
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Evaluation of infrastructure required for rapid urbanisation and population growth
To develop a sound knowledge and professional planning practice basis for theoretical understanding of barriers to infrastructure provision, community consultation and first nation considerations in case studies.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Undertake extensive research, data analysis, innovate in problem solving and presentation methods.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
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Guest lecture with practitioners
To expose students to career opportunities for planners and infrastructure professional practitioners; providing insight into problem solving and processes of infrastructure delivery from real world examples.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Demonstrate professional consultancy skills relevant to both private and public practice such as communication, ethical standards and research capabilities.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
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Implementation of international infrastructure projects reliant to climate change impacts
The investigation and research into the impacts of a changing climate and its influence on creating resilient for cities while maintaining prosperity sustainable communities.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Undertake extensive research, data analysis, innovate in problem solving and presentation methods.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
- Demonstrate understanding of how funding partnerships for infrastructure enhances the standards of service and timing of infrastructure implementation.
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Identifying infrastructure needs and building a business case
Development and understanding of how and why infrastructure project are conceptualised, develop a project brief, budgeting and scheduling to achieve successful outcomes.
SLOs included
- Explain and evaluate the links between land use and infrastructure development.
- Demonstrate professional consultancy skills relevant to both private and public practice such as communication, ethical standards and research capabilities.
- Undertake extensive research, data analysis, innovate in problem solving and presentation methods.
- Comprehend the relationship between economic prosperity, sustainable development and infrastructure provision.
- Demonstrate understanding of how funding partnerships for infrastructure enhances the standards of service and timing of infrastructure implementation.