GEOG 404 - Transportation Planning

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Prerequisite: GEOG 333/RGPL 333 or RGPL 350 or one course from the Economic Geographer Concentration
Description: Introduces the major themes and methods of transportation planning, particularly in an urban context. It is project oriented and supported by readings from the scholarly literature covering themes such as modes of transit, land use implications, and commercial development. Reading assignments are organized topically and coordinated with two workbook projects that develop applied skills. Topics include theory, empirical description, and methodological practice.
Previously Offered As: (Also offered as RGPL 404; may not be taken for duplicate credit.)