CRP 500 Individual Study (2-3)
Independent research, studies, or surveys of selected subjects. Total credit limited to 9 units. Prerequisite: Graduate standing with minimum of 12 core units.
CRP 501 Foundations of Cities and Planning (4)
Origins and evolutionary stages of settlement patterns and the use of land and natural environment. Changing spatial structure in the development of cities and regions. Beginnings and the historical development of the planning profession. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
CRP 505 Principles of Regional Planning (4)
History, development and major philosophical approaches of regions and regional planning, both in urban-centered and resource-based regions. Effects of relaxing natural, economic and infrastructure limiting factors on growth and develop-ment of regions. Normative hierarchical emphasis of contemporary regional planning compared to emerging paradigms that alter the regional/local planning relationship. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
CRP 510 Planning Theory (4)
Theory of planning. Development of contemporary planning thought from varying sources and perspectives. Political and social context of planning. Alternative professional roles, and planning processes. Values and ethical issues in planning. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
CRP 513 Planning Research Methods (4)
Application of research design to planning issues. Comparison of case study, comparative and problem-solving methods. Primary and secondary data sources, including field survey techniques. 3 seminars, 1 supervision. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, STAT 211 or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
CRP 514 Computer Applications for M.C.R.P. (2)
Microcomputer applications used by planners. Focus on planners' adaptations of spreadsheets, statistical applications, data base systems, graphic presentation. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
CRP 515 Presentation and Communication Techniques for Planners (3)
Basic techniques used in effective planning presentations. Introduction to various drawing media and delineation techniques for planners, three-dimensional visualization, graphic skills. Integration of visual and electronic media in presentations. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
CRP 516 Quantitative Methods in Planning (4)
Problem recognition, data selection, analysis and synthesis with applications of system design, statistical techniques and symbolic modeling to urban design and regional growth and development policies. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 3 seminars, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CRP 514, graduate standing or consent of instructor.
CRP 518 Policy Analysis for Planners (4)
Analysis of social, economic, and environmental context of public planning decisions. Externalities and other rationales for planning activities. Policy analysis tools for evaluating equity and efficiency aspects of plan implementation. Local funding options for community development and redevelopment. Non-monetary issues and techniques. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: CRP 501, CRP 510, CRP 514.
CRP 520 Feasibility Studies in Planning (4)
Fundamental analysis for assessing feasibility of public and private development projects. Principles and techniques for analyzing markets and assessing cash flow for individual projects. Economic, fiscal and tax impacts as factors determining public participation in private projects. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: CRP 501 or consent of instructor.
CRP 525 Plan Implementation (4)
Theory and practice of plan implementation. Regulatory and non-regulatory frameworks for plan implementation. Growth management, development regulation, capital improvement programs, redevelopment. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: CRP 510 or consent of instructor.
CRP 530 Planning Agency Management (3)
Preparation for mid-level and higher positions in public planning agencies and private firms. Applications of organization theory to planning agencies and firms. Work programs, staff development, budgets, contracting, proposal preparation, conflict management. Relationships with other agencies and firms, clients, public and media. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: CRP 501, CRP 510 or consent of instructor.
CRP 545 Environmental Planning, Policies and Principles (4)
Environmental planning as a field of inquiry and action. Review and application of policies and techniques used in environmental planning, including analysis of environmental programs and processes within the land use planning context. 3 seminars, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
CRP 548 Principles of City Design (3)
Introduction to the philosophy and theory particular to city design. Exploration of evaluation criteria and critical analysis of man's environment related to design and human needs. Spatial and form relationships, scale, human activities, concept formation, visual organization of the city, landscaping and architecture. 3 seminars.
CRP 552 Community Planning Laboratory (4)
Application of planning theory and methods to urban (community) planning. Analysis of issues, consideration of future alternatives, preparation of plan elements. Interrelationships and impacts of natural and built environments, economic and social conditions. Field trips. Individual, team and interdisciplinary approaches. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: CRP 501.
CRP 553 Project Planning Laboratory (4)
Project-scale planning problems. Arranging structures, circulation systems, utilities and plant material on natural and urban sites to support human activity while minimizing disruption to natural systems. Includes planned unit developments, waterfronts, hillsides, campuses and commercial centers. Field trips. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: CRP 515, CRP 548.
CRP 554 Regional Planning and Analysis (4)
Application of planning theory and methods to regional problems and issues. Research, analysis, synthesis and implementation practice. Interrelationships between natural, economic and political regions, technology, resource use. Field trips. Individual, team and interdisciplinary approaches. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 3 seminars, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CRP 501.
CRP 570 Selected Topics in Planning (3)
Directed group study of selected topics in planning theory. Total credit limited to 9 units. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
CRP 597 Policy, Planning and Management (4)
This course provides a synthesis of the M.C.R.P. program. Expansion and integration of material on planning principles, practice, theory and quantitative methods. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: CRP 409, CRP 420, CRP 510, CRP 516, CRP 518, CRP 525, CRP 530, CRP 552, CRP 554 and advancement to candidacy.
CRP 599 Thesis/Project (6)
Individual research under the general supervision of the faculty, leading to a graduate thesis or project of suitable quality. Prerequisite: CRP 513, advancement to candidacy, consent of department head.