Transportation Planning

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Class Hours: 3 Lab/Discussion: 0 Credits: 3 Prerequisite: GEOG 333 / REPL 333 or REPL 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 GEOG 404; may not be taken for duplicate credit.)