This diploma provides a comprehensive understanding of urban planning principles and strategies essential for post-conflict reconstruction. Participants will delve into topics such as urban ecology, regional analysis, sustainable design, and environmental science, gaining insights to contribute effectively to the rebuilding of war-torn urban areas.

Certificate Outline:

Chapter 1 – Urban Ecology And Regional Analysis

• Introduction
• Chapter Objectives
• Urbanization and Environmental Change
• Urban Environmental Concerns
• Conclusion
• References/Further Reading

Chapter 2 – Urban Growth And Analysis

• Introduction
• Objectives
• Land Use/Land Cover in Urban Areas
• Built-Up Area as an Indicator of Urban Sprawl
• Population Pressure on Land
• Land Use Conversion
• Rural – Urban Development
• Conclusion
• Summary
• References/Further Reading

Chapter 3 – Principles Of Urban Design

• Introduction
• Objectives
• Sustainable Design Principles
• Principle 1: Economy of Resources
• Principle 2: Life Cycle Design (LCD)
• Principle 3: Humane Design
• Life Cycle Design:
• Humane Design:
• Conclusion:
• Summary
• References/Further Reading

Chapter 4 – Sustainable Planning Framework

• Introduction
• Objectives
• Integrated Community Sustainability Process (ICSP)
• Tools, Concepts, and Metrics for Sustainable Development
• Conclusion
• Summary
• References/Further Reading

Chapter 5 – ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLICY

• Introduction
• Objectives
• Land Use Policy
• Developing the Framework of Land Policy
• Land Use Administration
• Urban Land Information Management
• Conclusion
• Summary
• References/Further Reading

Chapter 6- Energy, Planning And Built-Environment

• Introduction
• Objectives
• Energy types and Sources
• Conventional Sources of Energy
• Non-Conventional (or Alternative) Sources of Energy
• Environmental Consequences
• Conclusion
• Summary
• References/Further Reading