Bicycling Culture and Urban Design

Catalog description

KINES 405N , a study abroad course, based in a bicycle friendly European city, provides students with an opportunity to experience the programs, policies, infrastructure (including urban design features) and culture associated with bicycling in what is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world. Students will have an opportunity to be immersed in the city's bicycle culture, observe bicycle infrastructure and multi-modal transportation solutions, learn from programs and policies that support bicycling and learn about the role of bicycling in sustainable, liveable communities. This course will be taught from a multi-disciplinary perspective to address the complex issues associated with bicycling. Students are expected to apply information and content to other countries and communities.