Description

This course introduces graduate students to the field of human behavior. The course draws from theories of environmental psychology and environmental ecology. Perception, cognition, evaluation and attitudes are examples for some topics to be explored at different scales and settings.

Program

M.Sc. in Architectural Engineering and Environemental Design

Objectives

• The course aims at getting students acquainted with terms and theories of environment and behavior, and deepening their understanding to human behavior in multi-cultural settings. It also works to bridge a presumed gap of theory and practice and enhances students’ performance and understanding in relation to design discourse.