Christophe Girot: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2020

Name	Prof. em. Christophe Girot
Field	Landscape Architecture
Address	Landschaftsarchitektur, Girot ETH Zürich, HIL H 56.1 Stefano-Franscini-Platz 5 8093 Zürich SWITZERLAND
Telephone	+41 44 633 37 71
E-mail	girot@arch.ethz.ch
Department	Architecture
Relationship	Professor emeritus

Number	Title	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
051-0161-00L	Landscape Architecture I Only for Architecture BSc, Programme Regulations 2011.	1 credit	2V	C. Girot
Abstract	Introduction to the history and theory of garden design and landscape architecture. Analysis of the design of historical gardens and landscapes within the cultural background.
Learning objective	The course covers the basic history and theory of garden design and landscape architecture from its beginnings to the 21th century. The course aims to raise awareness of a changing perception of nature and landscape.
Content	The lecture series on “History and Theory of Garden Design and Landscape Architecture” deals with the historical development of designed nature, from the beginnings of cultural landscapes and gardens to 21th century landscape architecture. In the analysis of each era, the focus is on the spatial and cultural relationship between the garden, the city and the landscape, as well as the changing perceptions of nature and its representation.
Lecture notes	Handouts and a reading list will be provided.
Literature	A reading list will be provided for the exams.
Prerequisites / Notice	General Information for the final exam: Bachelor students: The content of the lectures as well as texts and exam-relevant literature provided by the Chair make up the basis for preparing for the exam. The lecture series is conceived as a yearlong course. Since the written session examination will test knowledge from both semesters, it is necessary to fully attend the lectures of both courses "Landscape Architecture I" and "Landscape Architecture II". The themes of the examination will be announced at the end of the semester. The Chair will provide literature and texts available for download as pdfs. These allow a more in-depth understanding of the lecture material. Exchange students or students from other departments: Students, who are attending only one semester, may pass the oral end-of-semester examination. Test-relevant literature will also be made available for download for this purpose. The students are requested to get in touch by email with the Chair.
051-1237-20L	Integrated Discipline Landscape Architecture (C.Girot)	3 credits	2U	C. Girot
Abstract	Design concepts ranging from architectural objects to urban planning are developed together with the discipline of landscape architecture. Dependent on the task at hand different themes are investigated. The goal of the integrated discipline is to develop design solutions of a specific topic in landscape architecture, which have to be incorporated into the overall design submission.
Learning objective	Students gain an insight into the integrated disciplins of design in architecture together with landscape architecture.
Content	Design concepts ranging from architectural objects to urban planning are developed together with the discipline of landscape architecture. Dependent on the task at hand different themes are investigated. The goal of the integrated discipline is to develop design solutions of a specific topic in landscape architecture, which have to be incorporated into the overall design submission.
Prerequisites / Notice	In order to complete the subject Integrated Discipline it is necessary that students apply at the Chair of C. Girot within the first three weeks of the semester. Thereafter no applications will be processed. Learning aids: Pamphlets Design of the Chair of Prof. Girot. www.girot.arch.ethz.ch The integrated Discipline Landscape Architecture is offered by Prof. Girot's DesignLab.
052-0705-00L	Landscape Architecture I	2 credits	2V	C. Girot
Abstract	Introduction to the history and theory of garden design and landscape architecture. Analysis of the design of historical gardens and landscapes within the cultural background.
Learning objective	The course covers the basic history and theory of garden design and landscape architecture from its beginnings to the 21th century. The course aims to raise awareness of a changing perception of nature and landscape.
Content	The lecture series on “History and Theory of Garden Design and Landscape Architecture” deals with the historical development of designed nature, from the beginnings of cultural landscapes and gardens to 21th century landscape architecture. In the analysis of each era, the focus is on the spatial and cultural relationship between the garden, the city and the landscape, as well as the changing perceptions of nature and its representation.
Lecture notes	Handouts and a reading list will be provided.
Literature	A reading list will be provided for the exams.
Prerequisites / Notice	General Information for the final exam: Bachelor students: The content of the lectures as well as texts and exam-relevant literature provided by the Chair make up the basis for preparing for the exam. The lecture series is conceived as a yearlong course. Since the written session examination will test knowledge from both semesters, it is necessary to fully attend the lectures of both courses "Landscape Architecture I" and "Landscape Architecture II". The themes of the examination will be announced at the end of the semester. The Chair will provide literature and texts available for download as pdfs. These allow a more in-depth understanding of the lecture material. Exchange students or students from other departments: Students, who are attending only one semester, may pass the oral end-of-semester examination. Test-relevant literature will also be made available for download for this purpose. The students are requested to get in touch by email with the Chair.
052-0713-20L	Serendipity: Captive Waters Number of participants limited to 16 (due to technical equipment).	2 credits	4G	C. Girot
Abstract	The fresh-water reservoirs form a ring of single bodies located on the hilltops around the city’s center. A second lake of the city —decentralized, artificial, underground.
Learning objective	We will approach the reservoirs with sound recorders and analogue medium format cameras. Spending time on site will give us the possibility to emerge into the system of water and observe it on different scales. Back on campus Students will work on an audiovisual composition, created in the AudioVisual-Lab and the PhotoLab. We want to understand the spatial characteristics drawn by light and sound and create a new perception of these places. What spatial qualities can we find in this hidden underground landscapes? And how can we present these discoveries in an audiovisual work?
Content	Attention: The final inscription will take place on the first course date, everybody is treated the same. Throughout the historic development of Zurich it’s water supply has been critical to its flourishing as a city. Drinking water could initially only be sourced from groundwater wells or local springs. Both of which still play a role in today’s water supply. But additionally and most importantly today is the sourcing of lake water. The latest opportunity gradually became possible due to a combination of better filtration systems and the cleaning of rivers and lakes in and around Zurich. Different infrastructure and nationwide fishery and water protection laws established around 1900 made this shift possible. Ever since the water quality is constantly monitored and improved especially in regards to agricultural chemicals. Since 1914 Zurich gains a large portion of its drinking water from the lake even if a plurality of water sources is maintained for the water system to be resilient towards possible threats and natural disaster. Notes: The course will be limited to 16 students. Participation on all dates of the course (Introduction, Workshop, Mid- and Final Presentations) is mandatory.
Prerequisites / Notice	Number of participants is limited to 16 students.
052-0715-20L	Topology: Hönggerberg's Secret Number of participants limited to 24.	2 credits	2U	C. Girot
Abstract	Understanding the topological potentials and the importance of the Zurichs underground for todays urban life. The students reveal these hidden networks and bring them in relation to the perceivable urban space through pointcloud modeling.
Learning objective	You will learn to use 3D point cloud technology in order to analyze complex urban landscape and develop a new way of representing these intertwined spaces.
Content	The underground is in more than one way an infrastructure. Below the ground different facilities ensure the connectivity of todays urban life. The topological approach using the point cloud technology reveals the seemingly invisible networks and brings them in relation to the perceivable urban spaces. The goal of this course is to firstly document and analyze a site to reveal its topological potentials. This understanding will be gained through point cloud modeling. And secondly to develop a new way to transmit the gained knowledge and the represent the site in a three dimensional point cloud model. During the course, the students will work in groups of two with a three-dimensional point cloud model that will help them understand the complex spaces of the site. Besides two one-day workshops on site at the beginning of the semester the students will work on the digital model for which all software and introductions are provided. No previous knowledge in terms of software is needed. The introduction: Thursday the 17th of September 12:00 HIL H40.8
Lecture notes	A Skript will be provided at the first meeting, the introduction.
052-1127-20L	Architectural Design V-IX: Alpnach Riviera - Forming a Dynamic Flood Plain (Girot) Please register (www.mystudies.ethz.ch) only after the internal enrolment for the design classes (see http://www.einschreibung.arch.ethz.ch/design.php). Project grading at semester end is based on the list of enrolments on 3rd November 2020, 24:00 h (valuation date) only. Ultimate deadline to unsubscribe or enroll for the studio is 3.11.2020, 24:00 h.	14 credits	16U	C. Girot
Abstract	In the Studio "Alpnach Riviera" students will be looking for an innovative topological approach within the existing constraints of the SarnerAa river space by the Paul Scherrer Institute.
Learning objective	Based on dynamic landscape modelling principles developed by the chair, the studio will use the facilities of the ETH Landscape Modelling and Visualizing Lab (LVML) to establish a procedural and iterative design approach. There will be workshops of landscape modelling (Rhinoceros3D), generative design methods (Grasshopper) and CNC prototyping to generate 3D landscape models. A series of lectures, a compulsory weekend site visit, as well as critiques and workbooks, will help students attain the landscape design objectives set by this studio.
Content	The designs adopt to design task over three designated time steps: 01) Development of a topographic strategy for the riverscape. 02) Proposal for a landscape master plan and urban design guidelines. 03) Implementation of the site-specific design strategy. The designs take on the design task through three specific phases: Phase I: Survey, Prototyping and 3d modeling. Phase II: Design Development and design hypothesis. Phase III: Project Synthesis and visualisation
Lecture notes	A course booklet will be provided at the introduction. For further information see: girot.arch.ethz.ch
Literature	A reader will be provided at the introduction. Furthermore, a pre-selection of relevant books will be available to the students at the ILA Library.
Prerequisites / Notice	- Introduction: Tuesday 22.02.2022 10:00h - The studio space is ETH Hönggerberg HIL. - Language of instruction is English; Assistance in English or German
061-0113-00L	Digital Design Methods I Only for Landscape Architecture MSc.	2 credits	2G	I. U. Hurkxkens, B. Kowalewski, C. Girot
Abstract	This course introduces digital design methods in landscape architecture from data acquisition and modelling, to simulation and visualization.
Learning objective	Students know the most relevant survey methods, landscape modelling tools as well as simulation and visualization techniques. They are able to use those methods independently in the following semesters and in practice.
Content	Based on a case study, the students work on the entire workflow of a landscape architectural project: From data collection in the field to 2D and 3D modelling in the Landscape Visualization and Modelling Lab (LVML), analysis and simulation with various software solutions to visualizations and physical prototypes, this course covers the most important digital methods in landscape architecture. The course is divided into three parts: 1. Survey 2. Modelling 3. Analysis, Simulation, Visualization The case study will serve as a synthesis project where the students can apply their acquired skills. During the course, students are supported by an interdisciplinary team in the development of their case study. The case study will be conducted in teams of two students.
Lecture notes	Digital and physical learning material is provided throughout the course.
061-0141-20L	Foundation Studio I For MScLA students only. Classes (and critiques) are held in English and German.	14 credits	26U	T. Galí-Izard, C. Girot, G. Vogt
Abstract	The course introduces to the subject and complexity of the urbanized landscape and teaches the critical engagement with the challenges and potentials of current tendencies in Landscape Architecture. On the basis of theoretical inputs and short design exercises the students will develop analythical, methodical and design skills.
Learning objective	Students acquire basic analytical, design and methodological skills in the field of Landscape Architecture.
Content	The Foundation Studio I will be dealing with the urban territory of Basel in autumn semester 2020. The complexity of the region with its rich variety of geology and vegetation, the political boarders and an urge for urban renewal will be the background for the development of the design projects (selected design exercises will take place at other locations in Switzerland). The semester is composed of six modules, which are linked to the respective fundamental course, and a synthesis module: Module 1 “Climate”, Prof. C. Girot, 14.–18.09.2020 Module 2 “Water”, Prof. C. Girot, 21.–25.09.2020 Module 3 “Soil”, Prof. T. Galí-Izard, 28.09.–2.10.20 Module 4 “Ecology and Plant Sciences”, Prof. T. Galí-Izard, 5.10.–16.10.20 Module 5 “Designing with Plants I”, Prof. G. Vogt, 26.10.–6.11.20 Module 6 “Materials and Construction I”, Prof. G. Vogt, 9.11.–20.11.20 Module “Synthesis”, Prof. T. Galí-Izard, Prof. C. Girot and Prof. G. Vogt, 23.11.–18.12.20 In addition to the design professors, external experts of diverse fields will advise and support the students during the development of their design.
Lecture notes	The workbook will be handed in during the first semester week.
Literature	The relevant literature is included in the workbook.
Prerequisites / Notice	- The exercises will be introduced on Fridays the week before the module and their return will be the Friday at the end of the module. - Mid-term Critiques: Module 1 “Climate” on Tuesday, 22.09.20. The Mid-term Critiques of Module 2–6 will take place on Wednesday of the week following the module. - Final Critique: during the week 14.12.2020-18.12.2020 - The weekly schedule is published on the course website (and is included in the reader). - Classes (and critiques) are held in English and German.
063-0625-20L	Serendipity (Thesis Elective)	6 credits	13A	C. Girot
Abstract	The thesis elective involves the creative refinement and testing of the theses on the perception of landscape developed during the semester in the elective course Serendipity.
Learning objective	The thesis elective Serendipity offers students the opportunity to explore the possibilities of shaping perceptual qualities through the use of audiovisual tools.
Content	The subject of the elective thesis is tied to the correspondent elective subject. Please find more information and the course schedule on our website: http://girot.arch.ethz.ch/landscape-education/bachelor-master/current-courses
Prerequisites / Notice	Limited admission due to technical equipment.
063-0627-20L	Topology (Thesis Elective)	6 credits	13A	C. Girot
Abstract	Self dependent thesis under the supervision of the tutor, alternately hold by the TheoryLab in the spring semester and the DesignLab in the autumn semester. It serves to continue the discussion with the themes of the elective course. The subject of the elective thesis is tied to the correspondent elective subject (precondition: enrolment to the course). .
Learning objective	The elective gives students the opportunity to expand their knowledge in the area of landscape architecture.
Content	The subject of the elective thesis is tied to the correspondent elective subject. Is being offered in spring semester by the TheoryLab, in autumn semester by DesignLab. Free thesis is only possible after consultation with the tutor and has to be well prepared by the student (statement, catalogue of questions).
064-0017-20L	Research Methods in Landscape and Urban Studies	2 credits	2K	G. Vogt, T. Avermaete, T. Galí-Izard, C. Girot, H. Klumpner, F. Persyn, C. Schmid, M. Topalovic
Abstract	Advanced PhD candidates of urban studies, urban and landscape design and urban sociology report about their experiences and insights in the concrete application of methods utilized for their research and scientific publications. Discussion of ongoing individual work, methodological questions, critical perspectives on urban and landscape design and city's relation to society.
Learning objective	The seminar's objective is to introduce PhD students to the multitude of research methodologies, tools and techniques within the fields of urban studies, urban design, territorial planning and landscape architecture. Based on the conveyed knowledge, the seminar ultimately aims at enabling PhD candidates to critically assess existing methods and tools, and to refine and develop an academically sound research framework for their own studies.
Content	The seminar is organized along three modules that are arranged according to the PhD classes' particular needs: A: Methodology Module >>> Introduction of a research methodology by an expert / short contributions by PhD students + exercise and discussion / moderated by doctoral program coordinator (Lecturer/Dozent). This will include quantitative and qualitative methods such as ethnographic research, case study research, grounded theory, survey design, mapping, methods in statistical and data analysis, etc. (3-4 per semester) B: Literature Module >>> Reading sessions organized and conducted by doctoral program coordinator (Lecturer/Dozent) / invited experts from the Department. These sessions will support the methodology modules with theoretical and historical texts with a specifically tailored reading syllabus. (4-5 per semester). C: Techniques Module >>> Introduction into research techniques and tools / organized by doctoral program coordinator (Lecturer/Dozent) / conducted by respective experts. These modules will make students familiar with technical aspects such as academic writing, or the the use of GIS software, the ETH library or the gta archive, etc.(2-3 per semester)
Prerequisites / Notice	The seminar is jointly organized by the coordinator of the Doctoral Program in Landscape and Urban Studies, and the I-LUS faculty. Although located at the D-ARCH, the seminar is open to all doctoral students at ETH who are involved or interested in research at the urban and territorial scale. This seminar is complementing the gta doctoral colloquiums on Thursday afternoons. Hybrid teaching: Personal teaching in ONA Design In Dialog Lab (ONA E25) and online teaching: https://ethz.zoom.us/j/2317208647