Foundations of Managing Urban Infrastructure Systems

This lecture introduces the foundations of managing urban infrastructure systems, covering the roles of urban infrastructure managers, managing stakeholders, main dimensions of urban infrastructure management, schools of thought, and public-private partnerships. It also delves into planning aspects such as transport, energy, water networks, and green infrastructures, as well as operations including transport vehicles, water treatment plants, and metering. The lecture concludes by discussing the maintenance of transport and water infrastructures, emphasizing the importance of coordination between infrastructures and services.