Investigates how demolitions have shaped the material and social lives of two compelling, rapidly-changing global cities: Sao Paulo and Austin. Develop technical skills in digital mapping in a supportive environment. Only one of the following may be counted: African and African Diaspora Studies 353C, 370 (Topic: Mapping Urban Destruction), History 324C, Informatics 320 (Topic: Mapping Urban Destruction), 320C (Topic: Mapping Urban Destruction). Three lecture hours a week for one semester.