Planning Sustainable Places · Term 3

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)

Investigating TOD as a strategy for reducing car dependency and promoting sustainable transport.

Key Questions

  1. Explain how TOD reduces urban carbon footprints and traffic congestion.
  2. Analyze the social equity implications of TOD projects.
  3. Evaluate the feasibility of implementing TOD in car-dependent cities.

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9GE3K10
Year: Year 12
Subject: Geography
Unit: Planning Sustainable Places
Period: Term 3

Suggested Methodologies

Case Study Analysis

Deep dive into a real-world case with structured analysis

30–50 min

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Decision Matrix

Evaluate options systematically against criteria

25–45 min

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