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OFFICERS OF INSTRUCTION
Professor Emeritus
Sanderson, Marie E.; B.A. (Toronto), M.A. (Maryland), Ph.D. (Michigan)—1965.
Professors
Stebelsky, Ihor; B.A., M.A. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Washington)—1968.
Trenhaile, Alan S.; B.Sc., Ph.D. (Wales)—1969.
Romsa, Gerald H.; B.Sc. (Manitoba), M.A. (Waterloo), Ph.D. (Florida),
M.C.I.P.—1970.
Innes, Frank C.; B.Sc. (Glasgow), M.A., Ph.D. (McGill)—1972.
Lakhan, V. Chris; B.A. (Guyana), M.A. (Windsor), Ph.D. (Toronto), F.R.G.S.
(U.K.), C.E.S.(U.S.)—1984.
Phipps, Alan G.; B.A. (Manchester), M.A. (Queen's), Ph.D. (Iowa), M.C.I.P.—1988.
Associate Professors
La Valle, Placido D.; B.A. (Columbia), M.A. (Southern Illinois), Ph.D.
(State U. of Iowa)—1969.
Duncan, Kirsty E.; B.A. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Edinburgh)—1993.
Vakil, Anna C.; B.A. (Carleton), M.U.P. (McGill), Ph.D. (Michigan),
M.A.P.A.—1993.
Assistant Professor
Mogyorody, Veronika; B.A. (Windsor), M.A. (Wayne State), B.Arch. (Detroit),
Ph.D. (Rensselaer)—1977.
Adjunct Associate Professors
Caruso, Douglas J.; B.A. (British Columbia), M.A. (Minnesota), M.A.I.C.P.,
M.C.I.P.—1979.
Sands, Gary; B.A., M.U.P. (Wayne State), Ph.D. (Cornell), M.A.P.A.—1989.
3.8.1 PROGRAM REGULATIONS
Particular Admission Requirements: OAC Biology is strongly recommended
for those applying to the B.A. (Environmental Resource Management) Program.
Students should note that OAC Calculus and OAC Chemistry may be required
for specific courses in the technical stream of the ERM program.
3.8.2 PROGRAMS OF STUDY
General, honours, and combined honours programs are available in Geography.
Honours degree programs are available in Geography (Environmental Resource
Management) and in Planning.
For Bachelor of Science programs in Honours Physical Geography and
in Honours Geography in Environmental Resource Management, see 4.8.1.
Regional Courses: The following courses may be used to fulfill
the regional requirements of certain Geography programs: 42-312, 42-313,
42-315, 42-325, 42-335, 42-361, 42-415 (or 50-415), 42-425, and 42-448.
Statistics Courses: Students taking 02-250, 65-253, or 42-231
should note that additional credit will not be allowed for the equivalent
statistics courses offered by other areas, but that substitution will be
considered.
Bachelor of Arts (General Geography)
Total courses: thirty.
Major requirements: eleven courses, including four of 42-100,
42-102, 42-103, 42-130, 42-131, and 42-150; and at least two of 42-220,
42-221, 42-246, 42-249, and 42-250; and one regional course.
Option requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas):
(a) two Arts or Languages courses;
(b) two Science courses:
(d) four courses from any subject area, excluding Social Science.
Other requirements:
(a) 02-250;
(b) four courses from any area of study, including Geography (-42);
(c) six courses from any area of study, excluding Geography (-42).
Bachelor of Arts (Honours Geography)
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements: twenty-three courses, including 42-100, 42-102,
42-103, 42-130, 42-131, 42-150, 42-220, 42-221, 42-231, 42-246, 42-249,
42-250, 42-301, 42-490, and 42-491; plus one 300- or 400-level North American
regional course and one 300- or 400-level foreign regional course; and
six additional courses at the 200, 300, or 400 level, of which no more
than two may be regional courses.
Option requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas):
(a) two Arts or Languages courses;
(b) two Science courses:
(d) four courses from any subject area, excluding Social Science.
Other requirements:
(a) 02-250;
(b) eight courses from Arts, Languages, Social Science, or Science,
excluding Geography (-42).
Bachelor of Arts (Honours Geography in Environmental Resource Management)
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements: twenty-three courses, consisting of:
(a) 42-100, 42-102, 42-103, 42-130, 42-131, 42-200, 42-220, 42-221,
42-231, 42-246, 42-249, 42-301, 42-302, 42-332, 42-334, 42-402, 42-490,
and 42-491;
(b) and five other Geography (42-) or Planning (50-) courses. Of these,
while any of the courses listed immediately below will satisfy the requirement,
students are strongly urged to concentrate in one or the other specialty.
LAND SPECIALTY: 42-323, 42-325, 42-337, 42-351, 42-367, 42-392,
42-403, and 42-405;
WATER SPECIALTY: 42-351, 42-361, 42-367, 42-370, 42-403, 42-405,
42-443, 42-444, and 42-453.
Other requirements:
(a) 02-250, 41-110, 41-111, 55-140, 55-141, 55-210, and 71-140;
(b) any six courses from among the following groups. (Again, a concentration
within one group is strongly recommended.)
MANAGEMENT GROUP: 45-212, 45-220, 45-221, 45-328, 60-104, 70-151,
72-171, 99-210, and 99-213;
AQUATIC ECOLOGY GROUP: 55-234, 55-430, 55-435, 55-444, 55-445,
59-140 ,and 59-230;
PARKS MANAGEMENT GROUP: 50-341, 50-452, 55-208, 55-211, 55-324,
55-325, 55-437, and 55-468.
GEOTECHNICAL GROUP: 59-140, 61-141, 61-213, 61-214, 61-242, 61-246,
61-247, 61-436, 93-211, 93-224, 93-314, 93-322, 93-414, and 93-425;
(c) two options from Arts or Languages, with 26-100 and 34-160,
34-227 and 35-213 recommended;
(d) two courses from any area of study.
Notes:
1) Students lacking OAC Biology must take 55-100 and 55-101 before
55-140 (see 4.4.1).
2) Prerequisites for some GROUP courses in (b) above may require students
to complete more than the minimum of forty courses needed for the degree.
Students should obtain academic advising before choosing their courses.
Combined Bachelor of Arts Honours Programs
Total courses: forty:
Major requirements—Geography:
(a) fifteen courses, including 42-100, 42-102, 42-103, 42-130, 42-131,
42-246, 42-301, 42-490, and 42-491; and one of 42-150, 42-249, or 42-250;
plus four Geography courses from the 300 or 400 level, of which at least
two, but not more than four, must be 300-level regional courses;
(b) a statistics course (02-250 or the equivalent); plus 42-231. (An
equivalent statistics course may be substituted for 42-231, in which case
one further Geography course must be taken.)
Major requirements—Other Subject: as prescribed by that area
of study.
Option requirements (see 2.5.14 for subject areas):
(a) two Arts or Languages courses;
(b) two Science courses:
(d) four courses from any subject area, excluding Social Science.
Other requirements: plus additional options (if required) to
a total of forty.
Bachelor of Arts (Honours Planning)
Two areas of concentration are offered in the Bachelor of Arts—Honours
Planning program: Business and Design.
Total courses: forty.
Major requirements—Planning: 50-191, 50-192, 50-231, 50-251,
50-291, 50-341, 50-342, 50-343, 50-401, 50-403, 50-452, 50-490, and 50-491;
Major requirements—Business: 70-151 and 72-171;
Major requirements—Business or Design: four courses chosen entirely
from either one of two concentrations:
(a) 71-140, 72-271, 73-213, and 74-231, or
(b) 50-391, 50-392, 50-397, and 50-499.
Other requirements:
(a) 42-130, 42-150, 42-250, 42-302, 42-323, 42-337, and either 42-392
or 42-493;
(b) 02-250, 26-100, 41-110, 41-111, 43-347, 45-215 (or 45-326), and
99-213;
(c) two courses from Arts or Languages;
(d) two courses from Science;
(e) three courses from any area of study. (Recommended: 42-200 or its
equivalent.)
CALCULATION OF AVERAGE
The major average in the Bachelor of Arts—Honours Planning program
will be calculated on the basis of all Planning (50-) courses and all required
Business courses.
Certificate in Latin American and Caribbean Studies
See "Interdisciplinary Programs", 3.19.5.
Certificate in Environmental Studies
See "Interdisciplinary Studies", 3.19.12.
3.8.3 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS—GEOGRAPHY
Not all courses listed will necessarily be offered each year.
42-100. Introduction to Geomorphology
The landscapes of the earth, with particular reference to the glaciers,
coastlines, rivers, and northern perma regions of Canada. (3 lecture hours
a week.)
42-102. Atmosphere and Climate
An introduction to the atmosphere and the basic principles of meteorology
and climatology. Topics include weather systems, atmospheric pollution
and inadvertent climate modification, climate change and relationships
between climate and living organisms. (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-103. Geographical Techniques
An introduction to geography and its techniques, such as mapping, remote
sensing, surveys, and spatial statistics. Lectures and labs will improve
basic mathematical and scientific knowledge, essay writing, and computer
skills. (Restricted to first-year Geography majors.) (2 lecture, 2 laboratory
hours a week.)
42-130. Introduction to Economic Geography
A systematic examination of dynamic factors in the various sectors
of the economy and the geographic patterns which they tend to produce.
(3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour a week.)
42-131. Introduction to Cultural Geography
An examination of social and cultural systems as they affect the relationship
of humankind to the environment, with a special focus on world population
dynamics and patterns of food supplies and nutrition, spatial patterns
of religions, languages, and ethnicity at national and international levels.
(3 lecture hours a week.)
42-135. Introduction to Latin America
An interdisciplinary course for students interested in Latin American
studies reviewing the ethnology, geography, history, economy, and political
development of the continent and the reflection of these in the literature
and present development problems of the region. (Interested Geography students
may take this course in addition to the required Geography courses, see
3.19.5.) (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-150. Introductory Urban Geography
A survey of the development of spatial aspects of urban life, principles
of urban land use, and interaction patterns of urban activities. (3 lecture
hours a week.)
42-200. Introductory Resource Management
Basic concepts pertaining to natural resources, the impact of their
use on the ecosystem, and the problems in their management. Emphasis will
be placed on the growing demand for resources, the functional interaction
between human society and its physical environment, and the spatial patterns
of resource use and ecological impact. (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-220. Climatology
A study of the major climatic elements, with special emphasis on the
radiation budget, energy systems, and the hydrological cycle of the earth
and the human environment. Climate classification, climatic change, climatological
techniques, and aspects of applied climatology also will be examined. (Prerequisites:
42-102 and 42-103.) (2 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
42-221. Geomorphology
The study of landforms; their origins, structures, external expressions,
and spatial arrangement. (Prerequisites: 42-100 and 02-250, or consent
of instructor.) (2 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
42-231. Statistical Geography
After a review of univariate and bivariate statistical methods, an
introduction to multivariate statistics for geographers and planners. Computer
analyses of selected geographical data sets. (Prerequisite; 02-250 or equivalent.)
(2 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
42-246. Introduction to Cartography
Basic concepts involved in cartographic methods, theory, and design,
including map projections, map design, thematic maps, classification, symbolization,
topographic maps, and map reproduction. (Restricted to Geography and Planning
majors only.) (2 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
42-249. Agricultural Geography
Study of the physical, cultural, economic, and political factors influencing
the spatial patterns and regional problems of world agriculture. (3 lecture
hours a week.)
42-250. Industrial Geography
Survey of the theory and practice of industrial location. Special attention
will be paid to Canada's industrial development. (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-261. Medical Geography
The course is concerned with the applications of geographical concepts
and techniques to health-related problems. Its integration and coherence
will derive from systems-related analysis of human-environment interactions
through time and over space. Topics discussed include disease paradigms;
stimuli of the physical, biological, and socio-cultural environment; genetic
differentiation of humans and genetic susceptibility to disease; sources
and recording of health data; disease models; the geography of vectored
disease, non-vectored infectious diseases, chronic diseases, nutrition;
the geography of health care. (Prerequisite; 42-131 or consent of instructor.)
(2 lecture hours a week.)
42-301. Field Techniques
The basic methods of analyzing the physical and cultural elements of
the landscape. (Prerequisites: 02-250, 42-100, 42-103, and 42-246, or consent
of instructor.) (2 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour a week; a one-week
field program also is required.)
42-302. Air Photography—Interpretation and Photogrammetry
Introduction to fundamentals of remote sensing aerial photographs,
the photographic process, methods of mapping from air photographs, and
air photo interpretation for environmental assessment, resource management,
urban and rural planning. (Prerequisite: 42-103, or 50-192, or consent
of instructor.) (1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
42-312. Political Geography of the Former U.S.S.R.
A regional description of the peoples and the lands they inhabit, the
historic evolution of their cultures and political entities, their political
aspirations, and territorial conflicts. (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-313. Economic Geography of the Former U.S.S.R.
A systematic analysis of the former Soviet Union with a special emphasis
on the goals of the Communist party, agricultural and industrial resource
potentials, development policies, and environmental, social and political
impacts, including current problems of restructuring. (3 lecture hours
a week.)
42-315. Geography of Western Europe
A systematic examination of the historical, cultural, and economic
geography of the countries of Europe. (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-324. Transportation Forms and Functions
The organization and development of transportation systems; forms of
transportation in national territories; transport policy and practice.
(Prerequisites: 42-130 and 42-231.) (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-325. Geographical Aspects of Modern Canada
A regionally-based analysis of Canadian resources and lifestyles in
the larger context of North America. Emphasis on native peoples' resource
use strategies; Canada as an immigrant mosaic; and transitions from an
agricultural, to an industrial, to a service-based economy; and the geographical
implications. (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-332. Principles of Resource Management
Ecological theories and systems are examined. The biogeochemical cycles,
structure, function, energy components, productivity, successional development,
and equilibrium conditions of ecosystems are analyzed. The impact of human
activities on resources, conservation strategies, and techniques for rational
resource exploitation are evaluated. (Prerequisite: 42-200 or consent of
instructor.) (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-334. Environmental Impact Assessment
This course provides an overview of the biogeophysical environment,
and introduces peristametrics. The history, theories, and principles of
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) will be examined and various methodologies
for the preparation of an EIA report will be evaluated. Aspects of ethics,
environmental laws, and administrative requirements for EIA studies in
Canada are considered. EIA case studies are assessed and prepared. (Prerequisite:
42-332 or consent of instructor.) (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-335. The Other Americas
Geographic studies of middle and South America including the Caribbean.
Resources, population, and cultural responses under the shadow of dependent
development—and alternatives based on regionally-selected examples. (3
lecture hours a week.)
42-337. Social Geography
An introduction to the history of social geographical ideas, and the
modern and post-modern concepts in social geography, with special application
to western cities. (Prerequisite: one of 42-130, 42-131, or 42-150.) (3
lecture hours a week.)
42-338. The City in Developing Countries
Social and spatial organization of the city in developing countries
in the context of planning. (Prerequisites: 42-130 and 42-150, or consent
of instructor.) (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-351. Geography of Energy Resources
This course analyzes energy use from the concepts of thermodynamics,
energy efficiency, economic progress, and environmental quality. The parameters
governing the spatial and temporal flows of energy will be examined, and
an appraisal will be given of the earth's energy resources, and projected
demands for non-renewable energy resources. Alternative energy sources,
models of energy systems, and energy policies of various governments will
be considered. (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-361. Introduction to African Development
A multidisciplinary course introducing students to developmental issues
currently confronting African countries and peoples, focusing on the sub-Saharan
region. Using a sectoral approach, including health, education, agriculture,
and the environment, the course reviews multiple and conflicting approaches
to development and addresses both the potentials and the barriers associated
with them. (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-367. Soil Geography
Principles and techniques of assessing and analyzing the spatial variations
of soil systems. (Prerequisites: 02-250 and 42-221, or consent of instructor.)
(2 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
42-370. Climate Change
A study of the causes of climate and climate change. Topics include
the record of past climates, projection of future climate based on models
incorporating anthropogenic factors, modification of local and regional
climates, and the impact of these changes on the natural and human environment.
(Prerequisite: 42-220 or consent of instructor.) (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-392. Urban Systems
Urban development is reviewed within its regional, national, and international
contexts. Competing theoretical perspectives on urban change and underlying
processes are examined. (Prerequisite: 42-231, or equivalent statistics,
or consent of instructor.) (2 lecture hours a week.)
42-402. Remote Sensing
An integrated course dealing with contemporary principles and applications
of aerospace remote sensing. Emphasis will be placed on scanning systems;
multispectral sensors; the identification and interpretation of spectral
signatures; how the imagery obtained by sensors is analyzed optically or
digitally to yield earth resource information; and the manipulation and
display of remotely-sensed data. (Prerequisite: 42-302 or consent of instructor.)
(2 lecture, 1.5 laboratory hours a week.)
42-403. Computer Cartography
This course emphasizes the principles, techniques, and applications
of computer cartography, including introduction to computer hardware and
software for cartography, digital elevation models, cartographic data structures,
vector and raster data, thematic mapping, information extraction from remotely-sensed
data, and symbolization. Introduction to various computer software packages
for cartography. (Prerequisites: 02-250, 42-231, and 42-246, or consent
of instructor.) (2 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
42-405. Geographic Information Systems
The principles and applications of GIS, including data input and output,
data structures for GIS, GIS analysis functions, spatial modelling algorithms,
and integration of remotely-sensed data with GIS. Hands-on practice with
GIS systems. (Prerequisites: 42-231 and 42-403, or consent of instructor.)
(1.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory hours a week.)
42-415. Advanced Regional Geography of Western Europe
A seminar course focusing on selected topics, including immigration,
social legislation, agriculture, environment, transportation, European
Union, and regional development. (Prerequisite: third year standing or
consent of instructor.) (3 lecture hours a week.)
42-419. Advanced Field Studies
A field course designed to provide experience in the systematic and
comparative study of environmental and cultural conditions in regions that
are significantly different from southern Ontario, such as the Canadian
Arctic or regions of the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean. An additional
fee is charged to cover travel and accommodations. (Prerequisite: 42-301
or consent of instructor.) (Normally 2 or 3 weeks during Intersession or
Summer Session.)
42-443. Coastal Geomorphology
The processes and formation of coastlines and beaches. (Prerequisite:
42-100 or consent of instructor.) (2 lecture hours a week.)
42-444. Glacial Geomorphology
Selected topics in the study of glaciated landscapes. (Prerequisite:
42-100 or consent of instructor.) (2 lecture hours a week.)
42-448. Historical Geography of Canada
The nature of historical geography. Themes in Canadian historical geography
in a continental context. Persistence and change in the landscape, the
development of regional identities and nodes. Cultural evaluation of resources
and changing technology, discussed in relation to heritage preservation
and protection. (Prerequisites: 42-130 and 42-131, or Canadian Studies
sequence.) (2 seminar hours weekly.)
42-450. Advanced Topics in Geography
Directed readings and research on a topic selected in consultation
with instructor. (2 lecture hours a week.) (Credit may be obtained for
only one of 42-450 or 50-450.)
42-453. Coastal Zone Management
An analysis of current problems and practices associated with the management
of coastal zone resources including shoreline erosion control, shoreline
land use management, pollution control, as well as shoreline reclamation.
The emphasis in this course will be on the Great Lakes. (Prerequisites:
02-250 and 42-100, or consent of instructor.) (2 lecture hours a week.)
42-490. Research Strategies in Geography
A seminar course on concepts and methodologies in research leading
to formulation of a research project. (Prerequisite: fourth-year honours,
make-up, or special student status with at least twelve courses in Geography,
or consent of instructor.)
42-491. Geography Research Projects
Guided research based on primary and secondary sources on a research
project. (Prerequisite: 42-490.) (Compulsory for fourth-year honours, make-up,
or special students.)
3.8.4 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS—PLANNING
50-191. History and Evolution of Canadian Planning
The evolution of Canadian planning practice and theories are examined;
Canadian comprehensive plans, zoning, and development controls are reviewed.
(3 lecture hours a week.)
50-192. Urban Planning Research Techniques
An introduction to techniques applied in surveys of land use, building
condition, building density, and community facilities/resources; and methods
of analyzing and projecting population structure, labour force, employment,
and economic structure, so as to translate these into estimates of future
need for urban land and facilities. (Restricted to Planning, Geography,
Public Administration, and interdisciplinary Urban Studies majors.) (Prerequisite:
50-191 or consent of instructor.) (1.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory hours a
week.)
50-231. Statistical Planning
(Cross-listed with 42-231.)
50-251. Urban Design
An introduction to the visual and spatial elements which affect urban
form. The course includes a survey of analytical methods employed in the
design process, such as: assessment and monitoring of user needs, analysis
of environmental contexts, and the incorporation of new technologies. (3
lecture hours a week.)
50-291. Contemporary Architecture
A survey of the roots of contemporary architectural theory through
an examination of representative structures since the Industrial Revolution.
Students will be introduced to those individuals who have played a central
role in the development of architectural thought in North America. (3 lecture
hours a week.)
50-341. Planning Theory and Methods
The multi-disciplinary nature of planning will be illustrated in terms
of goal setting, comprehensive planning, zoning, recreation needs, transportation
systems, retail shopping centre location, and similar, common features
of planning practice. (Prerequisite: 50-191.) (3 lecture hours a week.)
50-342 Planning Residential Neighbourhoods
The theory and methods of urban planning in Canadian communities, with
emphasis on: social issues in inner city neighbourhoods, planning for the
inner city, and the roles of planners in residential communities. (3 lecture
hours a week.)
50-343. Planning Studio
Students carry out exercises in small scale land use surveying; the
preparation of applications for minor variances, zoning bylaw amendments,
and official plan amendments; and the subdivision of vacant land. (Prerequisites:
50-191 and 50-192.) (3 laboratory hours a week.)
50-391. Design Studio I
An introduction to the basic principles and graphic communication skills
used in the design of the built environment. The course is project-oriented
and introduces the student to spatial organization, site analysis, and
presentation techniques employed in planning, architecture, and landscape
architecture. (Prerequisite: 50-251.) (1 lecture hour, 2 studio hours a
week.)
50-392. Design Studio II
An inquiry into the use of contextual site analysis as applied to specific
urban environments. Emphasis is given to various diagramming techniques
employed in studying site/structure relationships. Project assignments
provide practice in the use of urban design principles. (Prerequisite:
50-391.) (1 lecture hour, 2 studio hours a week.)
50-397. Computer-Aided Design/Drafting
Hands-on instruction introducing students to hardware and software
involved in computer-aided design/drafting. The course requires students
to do a series of projects illustrating the capabilities and applications
of the CADD system. (Prerequisite: 50-391 or consent of instructor.) (1
lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
50-401. Urban Planning in Ontario
Analysis of the present practice and strategy of urban planning, with
particular emphasis on Ontario. Case studies are used to illustrate planning
legislation, legal tools (official plans, zoning, sub-division control),
establishment of community standards for land use, analysis of traffic
and its impact, recurrent land use problem areas (downtown, heritage districts,
waterfronts), and site planning. (Prerequisite: 50-341.) (3 lecture hours
a week.)
50-403. Housing Policy
A study of social issues related to housing. Emphasis is on housing
market management, policy alternatives, land use regulations, and urban
growth assessment. (3 lecture hours a week.)
50-415. Analysis of Western European Planning Practices
A seminar course focusing on current planning issues: environmental,
urban, regional, housing, tourism, transportation, etc. (Cross-listed with
42-415.) (Prerequisite: third year standing or consent of instructor.)
(3 lecture hours a week.)
50-450. Advanced Topics in Planning
Directed readings and research on a topic selected in consultation
with instructor. (Credit may be obtained for only one of 42-450 or 50-450.)
(2 seminar hours a week.)
50-452. Recreation Planning
The process of planning for leisure needs is discussed. Recreational
behaviour, theories, and distributive mechanisms are analyzed. Planning
for the recreational needs of specific groups such as children, tourists,
and the elderly are examined. (3 lecture hours a week.)
50-490. Research Strategies in Planning
(Cross-listed with 42-490.)
50-491. Planning Research Projects
(Cross-listed with 42-491.)
50-499. Advanced Computer Mapping
Advanced CADD projects in which the student is required to develop
an integrated design. (Prerequisite: 50-397.) (1 lecture hour, 3 laboratory
hours a week.).
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