| source University of Washington (X) |
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department Urban Planning (X) |
Introduces the tasks and roles that contribute to the management of the design and security of database systems in an organizational context. Students gain a basic understanding of database management systems and administrative prac5tices, as well as hands-on database experience. Credit/no credit only.
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Synthesis of urban design and planning problems and methods in a laboratory section.
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Applications of relational database management systems in urban design and planning. Emphasis on practical aspects of database design and use. Design, create, and modify databases and database applications, including spatial databases. Introduction to GIS. Use of personal computers linked to desktop mapping packages and relational database management systems.
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Survey of on-line planning applications; use of various on-line systems to solve urban systems design problems; investigation of hardware/software trade-offs; human factors in man-computer systems design theory as it relates to problem-solving activity. Offered: jointly with CEE 418.
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Explores the need to understand the crucial role of politics in the planned development of American communities, to think critically and constructively about the relationship of politics and development and ways to make it as democratic and equitable as possible, and to strengthen analytical and writing skills.
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Systematic study of specialized subject matter. Topics for each quarter vary, depending upon current interest and needs, and are announced in the preceding quarter.
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Independent/tutorial study for undergraduates. Individual reading, research, fieldwork, or other special project, outlined in advance, approved by, and under the direction of, the faculty adviser most appropriate for the project proposed. A report on the purposes, procedures, and results of the study is required.
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Introduces plan-making process, provides time for background research, issue identification, public involvement, and preliminary analysis.
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Studio/field project in applied professional planning of a comprehensive nature, utilizing a local study area to examine the realities of problem solving in situations of functional and normative conflict. Integration of analysis, programming, implementation, and presentation phases of the planning process.
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Provides an opportunity for students to explore and discuss issues of professional practice with practicing planners in an informal context. Questions posed by the participants usually emphasize practical aspects of working as planners. Credit/no credit only.
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Qualitative research methods covering both the theoretical foundations and practical methodologies of traditional and innovative approaches, including cognitive mapping, open-ended interviews, ethnographic observation, hermeneutics, phenomenology, critical theory, communicative action, grass-roots empowerment, post-structuralism, and self organization.
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Independent development of client oriented project involving application of professional planning/design methods and approaches. Professional-quality report relates project to larger professional context, addresses alternative approaches/methods and includes an evaluation of the project. Master of Urban Planning students only, taken in lieu of 700. Not recommended for those continuing into Ph.D. program. Credit/no credit only.
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A survey of the field of planning for managing risks of natural hazards--earthquakes, floods, coastal/meteorological hazards, and human-caused technological hazards/terrorism. Covers pre-event mitigation through building and land-use controls; disaster preparedness; post-even response, recovery, and mitigation of future hazards. Emphasizes hazard mitigation as a long-term strategy for achieving sustainability of communities.
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Introduction to real estate feasibility analysis, including an emphasis on individual property market analysis, permitting, investment, decision-making, and market behavior. Focuses on building basic research skills to determine economic viability and marketability of real estate projects. Prerequisite URBDP 552.
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Fundamentals of market analysis for commercial and residential real estate projects. Demand for real estate by property type, methods for analyzing and forecasting population, employment, and income in a regional economy; competitive supply and capture rate analysis; retail trade area analysis; and integrating market studies into financial feasibility analysis.
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Explores national/local urban policy concerning the major problems confronting cities and metropolitan regions today. Economic globalization, income inequality, and metropolitan decentralization shape the urban agenda, the context for urban policy, and the analytic focus of the course. A project allows the exploration of strategies for intervention. Offered: jointly with PB AF 560.
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Examines the rationale for and consequences of public intervention in urban land, housing, and transportation markets through land use regulations such as zoning and urban growth boundaries, infrastructure investments, and fiscal policies to manage urban development and traffic. Prerequisite: PB AF 516 or equivalent. Offered: jointly with PB AF 561.
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Provides introduction to basic practices in neighborhood planning and community development, including theoretical/historical bases; developing neighborhood plans/projects; indicators and evaluation of neighborhood quality; community participation; institutional framework, ethical dilemmas, and professional roles. Addresses current issues, including Seattle's experience, NIMBYism, security, neighborhood character, housing segregation, environmental racism. Offered: jointly with PB AF 562.
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Examines major historical landmarks since the Civil War (urban, suburban, and rural, physical and social-economic); theoretical alternatives (rationalism, pluralism-advocacy, critical theory, bio-regionalism, dissipative models); and ethical issues (such as distributive justice and principles of professional conduct).
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Intensive lecture/seminar designed to provide students the opportunity for the immersion in historical scholarship that addresses the social, economical, political, technological, and cultural forces that have shaped the development of American cities.
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Uses digital technologies for mapping, drafting, modeling and communication. Includes real-world case study projects that focus on urban design and planning issues. Offered: Sp.
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Practical experience in identifying, documenting, evaluating and developing strategies for protection of historic resources, building on introductory theories, methods, and practices. Develops skills critical to preservation planning via research, fieldwork and writing. Prerequisite: introductory course in preservation.
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Researchable issues and research methodology. Discussion and critique of selected pieces of recent research work. Presentation and critique of research proposed by members of the seminar. Prerequisite: master's degree or equivalent in a planning discipline.
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Researchable issues and research methodology. Discussion and critique of selected pieces of recent research work. Presentation and critique of research proposed by members of the seminar. Prerequisite: master's degree or equivalent in a planning discipline.
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Researchable issues and research methodology. Discussion and critique of selected pieces of recent research work. Presentation and critique of research proposed by members of the seminar. Prerequisite: master's degree or equivalent in a planning discipline.
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