GEOG 5560 - Studies in Urban and Regional Planning

Each of the courses listed under this number focuses on a major aspect of planning, including a review of the objectives of the planning process, legislation pertaining to planning operations, and methods of field and library investigation required for analysis and policy formulation in matters related to planning.

1. Urban Planning and Zoning. A survey of American planning thought and practice: the background of planning and zoning in American municipalities; traditional and contemporary approaches to the comprehensive plan; elements of land use and transportation planning; the legal foundations of zoning; and the organization of the planning agency.

2. Regional Planning. Organization and plans of regional development programs.

3. Public Lands and Parks. Specific programs and policies relating to the preservation and/or development of government-controlled lands.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: GEOG 3560, Graduate standing, or department approval.

Credits: 3 hours

Notes: Prerequisites applicable to all 5000-level courses in Geography include 14 credit hours of geography, or advisor and/or instructor approval.