ESD 229J - Urban Spatial Structure, Transportation, and Telecommunications I

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Description:

Discusses the meanings of urban space and the role of transportation planning in a contemporary metropolitan context. Topics include formation and evolution of land use patterns; job accessibility of low-skilled workers; strategies for improving accessibility; integration of transportation planning with housing, social service, and job placement; and impact of advanced communication and information technologies on urban space. Applies spatial analysis, GIS, and transportation planning methods to a case study of Boston.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: Permission of instructor

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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