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4.00 Credits
Uses the watershed as the basic organizing concept in environmental planning and management; methods for assessing watershed boundaries, geology, soils and surface and groundwater system processes. Emphasizes ecological implications of patterns of land use on functional and qualitative aspects of watershed systems. All-day field trip required. Should have a previous course in environmental science.
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4.00 Credits
Examines cities as natural systems, combining ecological analyses with historical, anthropological, and sociological studies of urban nature. Addresses ecological sustainability, growth management, biodiversity, ecology of parks, zoos and aquariums, environmental justice. Required field trip. Same as ENVS 406. Course may not be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of instructor.
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4.00 Credits
Provides students with an understanding of the fundamental concepts of fiscal planning at the state and local levels of government. Addresses both the theory and methods of state and local finance, but most importantly, it is focused on state and local fiscal policy. Addresses emerging policy issues involving land use and taxation, spending and budgeting, intergovernmental cooperation, debt financing, financing for economic development, and privatization. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or completion of UP 316 or consent of the instructor.
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the legal framework within which planning takes place in urban areas of this country. It emphasizes the role of law in structuring local government responses to social, economic and physical planning issues and in allocating power among local governments, between local governments and state and federal governments, and between governments and the private sectors of society. Course may not be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
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4.00 Credits
Examination and simulation of negotiation concepts and techniques as an ad hoc or integrated element of a planning process. Case assignments and exercises are used to supplement readings. Prerequisite: Upper division undergraduate or graduate standing.
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4.00 Credits
Detailed introduction to the design and use of computerized geographic information systems, focusing on their significance for planning. Emphasizes GIS within an institutional setting, covering not only fundamental technical concepts, but also organizational, management, and legal issues. Students will be introduced to GIS applications and products through readings, videos, demonstrations, and exercises. Computer laboratory work is included. Prerequisite: Upper division undergaraduate or graduate standing.
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4.00 Credits
Survey of the preservation movement in relation to urban planning; techniques for selection of sites and definition of districts; funding, regulation, and implementation measures; and case studies of preservation plans and programs. Prerequisite: At least Junior standing.
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4.00 Credits
Introduces students to the main theoretical frameworks and conceptual building blocks of urban and community development in the Third World. This includes the approaches to development planning, the notion of community participation and empowerment, and the role of various actors including the poor, the non- government organizations and the grassroots.
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4.00 Credits
Explores the process of urbanization as a critical factor in the development of nations and world regions. It looks at the historical evolution and contemporary challenges of cities in selected world regions and countries, linking urban development to broader social, cultural, political, economic and environmental issues in the region. Readings, films, lectures, individual research and discussion will be used to explore the complex and important roles of cities in regional development. The featured regions will include, but not be limited to: Eastern and Central Europe, Eurasia, Southeast Asia, South Africa, Mexico, and Central America. Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of instructor.
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4.00 Credits
Concepts and techniques of urban analysis, plan making, and implementation essential for effective interdisciplinary work in urban design. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
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