Smart Cities and Urban Innovation – This course introduces students to the concept of smart cities, exploring their history, purpose, and potential. Students will learn how cities have evolved, what defines a smart city, and how urban environments respond to social, economic, and environmental challenges. The course examines strategies for starting from the ground up, developing a comprehensive smart city plan, and enabling that strategy through governance and collaboration. Students will also study the role of urban innovation in creating sustainable, livable communities. By the end of the course, students will understand the key principles and strategies needed to initiate smart city projects.
