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2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

GG 311 - Urban and Regional Planning


An introduction to urban and regional planning from an applied geography perspective. Foundational topics include the evolution of the American urban system and the internal structure of cities; the evolution of planning as a legal and regulatory facet of American society; and planning techniques and tools. Supplementary emphases include planning for the environment, housing and community development, economic development, historic preservation and transportation. The class has a fieldwork component. Students are introduced to the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.

Prerequisites: At least one geography course or permission of the instructor.

Full course