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  Undergraduate Catalog :: College of Arts and Sciences :: Architecture, Urban Planning and Design
 
  

270 Urban Planning Theory And Practice (3)

This course examines contemporary urban planning and design practice. Theories about planning practice and related case studies will be the basis of this course. Topics covered will include the definition of urban planning, the idea of the "public realm," planning/design expertise and the rational model, the role of diversity, public participation, communicative planning, advocacy and equity planning, ethics comprehensiveness and the limits of planning. The course is writing intensive and will include assignments that will build student's ability to write quick and analytical assessments, often required in planning practice. Students will be required to attend public planning forums in and around the region. Offered: Winter

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