Innovation in Built Environment: Theory, Practice, and Multidisciplinary Collaboration

This course aims to equip master's students in architecture and engineering programs with a comprehensive understanding of innovation theory and its application in the built environment, engineering, real estate, and sustainable practices. Students will engage in both theoretical studies and hands-on projects to collaboratively develop innovative solutions.

Knowledge

Upon completion of this course, students will have knowledge about:

- Key innovation theories and their relevance to the built environment.

- Historical context and pivotal innovations in built environment evolution.

- Multidisciplinary aspects of innovation in the built environment.

- The intersection of sustainable practices and built environment innovation.

Skills

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

- Analyze and apply various innovation theories to built environment contexts.

- Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions.

- Utilize generative AI tools to explore architectural design possibilities.

- Understanding the innovation process of a product or solution and the road to market

The course utilizes a combination of lectures, workshops, guest lectures, group discussions, and hands-on projects to engage students actively in the learning process. Teaching materials and communication will be available through the university's online platform.

Regular reflections on personal growth and insights throughout the course are to be collected in a Reflective Journal, which must be submitted and approved in order to gain access to the exam.

This course is offered to incoming exchange students/international master and will be taught in English.