42 courses in the 1971–72 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
Notes
School of Urban and Regional Planning
Faculty listed in 1971–72
L.O. Gertler, B.A. (Queen’s), M.A. (Toronto), Planning (McGill), MTPLIC.
Faculty members appointed also in other Schools or Departments in the Division of Environmental Studies
Bachelor of Environmental Studies, Honours Urban andRegional Planning
The Honours Planning Programme as indicated on page 90, is the recommended pattern of courses. The programme for each student will be worked out in consultation with the School.
Faculty listed in 1971–72
Graduate Programmes, Regional Planning and Resource Development The School offers M.A. and Ph.D. Degrees in Regional Planning and Resource Development. The general requirements, with respect to admission and standards, for these programmes are outlined on page
PLAN 164For more specific information, you may obtain the Division’s brochure on graduate programmes, from Mrs
Helen Bensusan, Administrative Assistant, Division of Environmental Studies.
Students in other disciplines may select from Planning 156* and Planning 342*/343*. Entrance to other Planning Courses requires consent of instructor.
Not all the courses listed below are offered each year. ‘Students should consult the School prior to registration.
Course numbers followed by an asterisk {e.g., 156%) are half-year courses. The number of hours of lectures shown after the course description is an attempt to indicate the “normal”; each instructor determines how often his particular class will meet.
Planning 156* is offered in the Fall term for Honours Planning students only, and in the Winter term for students other than Honours Planning.
PLAN 156Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning Concepts
Planning concepts and principles; the development of contemporary planning ideas; the nature, purpose and scope of urban and regional planning; the planning process and decision making in a democratic society. No prerequisite. 2 hours lecture and one-hour discussion session, (fall term for Honours Planning only. Winter for non-Planning students.)
PLAN 157Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning Techniques
Introduction to techniques and methodologies employed in the Planning Process; from goals and objectives formulation to implementation with emphasis placed upon survey, analysis and synthesis. Prerequisite: Planning 156* or consent of instructor. One 2 hour lecture and 2 hours studio, (winter term)
Principles of plant and animal geography, biogeography and ecology. Prerequisite: Honours Geography or Honours Planning, or consent of instructor. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab. (fall term).
Selective study of Canadian development issues pertaining to the use of land, urbanization, regional and resource development; issues will be related to the structural and functional forces that are characteristic of the major regions of Canada, e.g., Atlantic Provinces, British Columbia. Prerequisite: Planning 156*/157* or Geography 101*/102*. Honours Planning students only. 3 hours lecture, (fall term).
Sources of data for Planning and their analysis. The course will emphasize the sources and methods of collection of rural and urban land-use data. Particular attention will be paid to the types of land-use information essential to transportation, housing and recreation planning. The setting up of regional and urban land-use data banks will also be outlined. A series of laboratory sessions will be conducted on land-use sources and methods of data collection. Prerequisite: Planning 156*/157*, or consent of instructor. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio. (fall term)
PLAN 256Principles of Environmental Design '1* Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods
Design Concepts in urban and regional planning, illustrated by recent ‘work; integration of aesthetic and functional elements in regional ‘environments; individual and group projects in planning design, using graphic, model, film and verbal presentation. Prerequisite: Planning 156*/157*, or consent of instructor. Honours Planning students only. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio.
An introduction to scientific method; descriptive and inferential statistics; computer programmes. This course is the same as Geography 271%. Prerequisite: Only for students in Planning, and General or Honours Geography, Man-Environment or Architecture. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab (fall and winter terms)
PLAN 314Urban Society 16* Multivariate Statistics (616*)
An exploration of the economic, technological and social factors which underlie the planning for urban areas and the location and distribution of urban settlements. The course will stress comparative analysis of urban behaviour and its reflection in urban physical forms among various cultures in both economically developed and underdeveloped regions. Prerequisite: Sociology 101*/102* or consent of instructor. 3 hours lecture (winter term)
The theory and application of multivariate statistics, with particular emphasis upon the use of the computer. Prerequisite: Planning 271* 3 hours seminar and/or tutorial (fall term)
The theory and application of non-parametric statistics with emphasis upon social science problems. Prerequisite: Planning 271* 2 hours lecture, 1 hour practical (winter term)
Advanced quantitative analysis of spatial patterns and interactions. The course will focus on a selection of techniques from gravity models, linear programming, nearest neighbour analysis, Markov chain analysis, graph theory, simulation and trend surface analysis. Prerequisite: Planning 271* or consent of Instructor. 3 hours lecture (winter term)
Application of economic and social measurement techniques in regional planning; includes discussion of input-output analysis; regional accounting techniques; cost-benefit analysis; planning, programming and budgeting systems; the multiplier and accelerator concepts; and balance of payments. Prerequisite: Planning 271* or consent of Instructor 3 hours seminar and/or tutorial (fall term)
Basic concepts of sociology; occupational and concomitant social adjustments of rural society in response to forces of urbanization and industrialization; social movements generated within the farm population. Prerequisite: Sociology 101*/102* or consent of instructor. 3 hours lecture (fall term)
Power structures, basic social institutions, attitudes and values related to the implementation of regional plans; regional development of human and natural resources in Canada and abroad. Prerequisite: Planning 332* or consent of instructor. 3 hours lecture (winter term)
PLAN 342Urban, Regional and Resource Planning; A Survey of the Field (Part 1)
The Classic theories and concepts in planning and their evolution from Howard and Geddes to Blumenfeld; the planning process and its application at the various levels—from neighbourhood to nation—in relation to one another; basic data and their procurement and utilization in planning.
Note
School of Urban and Regional Planning
Planning 342* is designed particularly for students in disciplines other than Planning.
PLAN 343Urban, Regional and Resource Planning: A Survey of the Field (Part 2) Note
The physical structure of the city and its socio-cultural bases; private and public roles in urban development and their powers and implements; physical plans in relation to social programmes and policies; case studies in urban and regional planning. Prerequisite: 156*, 342* or consent of instructor. 3 hours lecture (winter term—normally this course will follow Planning 342*).
Planning 343* is designed particularly for students in disciplines other than Planning.
An exploration of the nature and functions of recreation in modern urban-industrial societies and an analysis of alternative approaches to the planning of recreation opportunities in urban-centred regions. The course will include a discussion of the demand for and supply of recreation opportunities; standards, models and systems; recreation planning policies and agencies; and selected recreation planning issues. Prerequisite: two of Planning 156*, 157* and Geography 101*, 102*, or consent of instructor. 3 lectures (winter term)
History of the conservation movement; principles of conservation management and development of resources. Analysis, use and planning of recreational resources. This course is the same as Geography 357°. Prerequisite: Planning 200* or consent of instructor. Honours Planning or Honours Geography students only. 2 hours lecture. (winter term—normally this course will follow Planning 200%).
PLAN 358Regional Planning and Development 1* Field Research Methods and Projects
The relationship of economic planning to regional planning; principles of planning and development in urban-centred, broad economic and frontier regions; Canadian and international case studies; study of Canadian agencies such as A.R.D.A., and A.P.E.C., research projects. Prerequisite: Planning 255* or consent of instructor. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio (fall term).
A variety of field experiences; camp session; preparatory assignments, and follow-up seminars with presentation of research papers. Prerequisite: Honours Planning students only. 2 hours seminar (fall term and winter).
The course will focus on Canadian housing policies and programmes particularly with regard to the housing of low and moderate income families. Economic, political, physical and social considerations underlying these policies will be examined in detail. Some consideration will also be given to the housing problems and programmes in the United States and developing countries. Prerequisite: Planning 156*/157*, Planning 255* Planning 256, or consent of instructor. 3 hours lecture (fall term).
PLAN 456Political and Administrative Processes in Urban and Regional Planning
Historical development of planning legislation in various parts of the world; the provincial and federal legislation affecting urban, regional and resource planning in Canada; the jurisdiction of provincial bodies and agencies. Prerequisite: One course in Political Science or consent of instructor. 3 hours lecture.
PLAN 480The Philosophy and Methodology of Urban and Regional Planning
Focus on basic values implicit in policies and decisions in environmental planning. Major currents in Planning thought are traced and related to the problems and issues typically faced in both urban-centred and resource-based Planning in Canada. Prerequisite: Honours Planning students only. 3 hours seminar.
PLAN 490Senior Honours Essay 04* Resource Survey Techniques for Regional Plans
A research project involving field work; analysing statistical data; written, graphic and cartographic presentation must be in form suitable , for publication. Prerequisite: Honours Planning students only. 3 hours seminar.
Graduate Planning Courses
Examination of the techniques for determining potentials of renewable resources; agriculture, forestry, recreation, etc., and the study of resource capability surveys in the regional planning process. Inventory techniques, organization of an integrated resource survey. Case studies. fall term.
The relationship between resource surveys and socio-economic surveys required for comprehensive plans in both urban-centred and resource-based regions. Surveys will be placed in the context of the regional planning process and will be related to planning objectives and plan implementation. Emphasis will be both on analytical techniques and field experience. Case studies. winter term.
The course will focus on Canadian housing policies and programmes, particularly with regard to the housing of low and moderate income families. Economic, political, physical and social considerations underlying these policies will be examined in detail. Some consideration wa7ll alen he civen tn the hancinge nrnahkleme and aracrammec of tha
The theory and application of multivariate statistics, with particular emphasis upon the use of the computer. Prerequisite: Planning 271* 3 hours seminar and/or tutorial (fall term)
PLAN 617Nonparametric Statistics (Geography 617*) 18* Spatial Analysis (Geography
617°)
The theory and application of nonparametric statistics with emphasis upon social science problems. Prerequisite: Planning 271* 2 hours lecture, I hour practical (winter term).
Advanced quantitative analysis applied to spatial patterns and interactions. the course will focus on a selection of techniques from gravity models, linear programming, nearest neighbour analysis, Markov chain analysis, graph theory, simulation and trend surface analysis. Prerequisite: Planning 271* or consent of Instructor 3 hours (winter term)
PLAN 619Regional Planning Techniques (Geography 619*)
Application of economic and social measurement techniques in regional planning; includes discussion of input-output analysis; regional accounting techniques; cost-benefit analysis; planning, programming and budgeting systems; the multiplier and accelerator concepts; and balance of payments. Prerequisite: Planning 271* or consent of instructor 3 hours seminar and/or tutorial (fail term)
PLAN 623Sociological Concepts Relevant to Regional Planning
Relevant sociological, economic, political and psychological concepts, social and natural environment, group settlement patterns, rural-urban interdependence, and social systems within a region. fall term.
PLAN 624Sociological Problems and rojects in the Implementation of Regional Development §52* Natural Resource Planning: Policies and Programmes (Geography 662°)
The formulation and acceptance of regional development plans (Canada and abroad); principles and problems in inter-group relationships relevant to regional planning and implementation. Prerequisite: Planning 623 *. winter term.
Natural resources and the planning process. The course will include discussion of the social, economic, political and legislative settings for natural resource planning; current federal and provincial policies and programmes, with special emphasis upon federal-provincial resource agreements; major areas of public controversy and conflict in natural resource use and development; natural resources and international relations; and the formulation of criteria for future resource planning policies. fall term
PLAN 653Recreational Resource Planning (Geography 663*)
The nature, measurement and forcasting of demand for recreation; classification of recreation resources; Canada’s recreation resource base; recreation and the quality of the environment; the role of recreation in economic development; proposals for a national recreation planning policy. winter term
PLAN 655Resource Conservation and Development (Geography 665*)
Appraisal of renewable natural resources with reference to demands and changing technology. Problems related to management and development of resources. Resource-oriented regional case studies and projects. Prerequisite: Planning 654* or equivalent. winter term.
PLAN 656The Process of Urban and Regional Planning
An advanced course, conducted as a seminar, in urban and urban-centred regional planning in theory and practice. The course is based on case studies—amplified by readings—which demonstrate the techniques used in various aspects of plan preparation. These however, are considered within the overall framework of the planning process, from goal formulation to political implementation in the urban-centred region. fall term
The first term in the course will focus on the concept and definitions of region; the development processes, tools, policies and allocation of resources; formulation of planning goals, strategies and organization; and the evaluation of regional plans. The second term is intended to deal with the implementation of regional plans with the emphasis on the broad regions of Canada, and Federal and Provincial responsibilities and with reference to case studies in the United States, a developing country, and a socialist country. Part of this term will be devoted to a plan for the development of a selected Canadian region.
PLAN 659Special Problems and Projects 90 Politics and Administration of Planning
Special planning or resource management problems and projects chosen in consultation with a professor.
Focus on the understanding of the processes involved in policy-making and implementation in Canada and other western countries; study of the impact of technological and socio-economic change on Planning policies, and on the function, form and structure of decision-making institutions.
PLAN 680Seminar on Philosophy and Methodology of Regional Planning and Resource Development
Major philosophical issues in regional planning, both in urban-centred and resource-based regions. The course is concerned primarily with the | normative phase of the planning process. Basic traditions in Planning ideology are compared and juxtaposed with trends in Canadian social development..