39 courses in the 1974–75 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
PLAN 100Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning Concepts and Techniques
An introduction to the regional city; the development of contemporary planning concepts and principles; the nature, purpose - and scope of urban planning; the planning process and decisionmaking in a democratic society. Particular attention is directed to methodological aspects of designing a planning programme: - identification of objectives and constraints, conduct of basic surveys and analysis, plans and policies preparation, evaluation and implementation. Prerequisite: Planning students only One three hour lecture and discussion session, Year Instructors: Faculty
PLAN 156Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning Concepts
An introduction to contemporary planning ideas for students whose subsequent work might bring them in contact with professional planners. 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. Prerequisite: None (Not available for credit to Planning students) One two hour lecture and one hour discussion session, Fall : and Winter terms Instructors: Faculty
159* Graphics for Planning Environment Studies 195* Introduction to Environmental Problems Note Environment Studies 200* Field Ecology
Basic instruction in graphic techniques used in planning. Emphasis will be placed on the use of graphics for the communication of ideas. Prerequisite: Planning students only Two hours studio, Fall and Winter terms Estimated cost to student: $20 Instructor: van den Ouden
A discussion of some major environmental problems and issues such as the population explosion, the impact of urbanization on man’s environment, environmental pollution, resource management, conservation, and environmental planning. Not available to Man-Environment students 3 hours lecture and discussion, Fall and Winter terms Instructors: Krueger, and ES Faculty
Students in the Faculty of Environmental Studies may take this course in their first or second year only
To introduce the main concepts and principles of ecology as a basis for understanding the consequences of man-made changes in the natural environment. Cycling of elements, energetics and structural organization of major ecological systems; population dynamics; impact of natural resource management practices and urban and industrial development on the environment; incorporating environmental quality considerations into development activities; “designing with nature”. Prerequisite: 2nd, 3rd and 4th year students only 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab, Fall and Winter terms Instructors: Davies, George, Kitchen, Theberge
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 characteristics of the major regions of Canada, e.g., Atlantic Provinces, British Columbia. Prerequisites: none Three hours lectures, Winter terms Instructor: Horton
PLAN 230The Small Group in the Planning Process Note Environmental Studies 252* Media Tools for Environmental Studies
The small group and its relevance to the planning process. Focus on work groups such as committees, councils and boards. Various important elements of small groups such as leadership, goal setting, influence, decision-making and interpersonal relations will be examined and related to planning. Prerequisite: Sociology 101*, or consent of instructor Three lectures, Winter term Instructor: Shalinsky
Students may not take both Planning 222* and Geography 322*
An introduction to the use of audio, slide, film and television formats for project presentation on environmental issues. Students will be involved in three major productions which will stress organization, content, technique and media responsibility. Prerequisite: E.S. students only or consent of instructor] ; coordinators 3-hours per week, Fall and Winter terms Instructor: De’ Ath; Coordinators: Gough, Stele, van den Ouden
Sources of data for planning and their analysis. The course will emphasize the sources, methods of collection and analysis of urban and regional land-use data. Particular attention is paid to the types of land-use information essential to transportation, housing, public facilities and recreation planning. Both lecture and workshop are related to a significant problem of land-use planning in Ontario. Prerequisite: Planning 100 or consent of instructor Two hours lectures, two hours workshop, Winter term Instructor: Gerecke
Design concepts in Urban and Regional Planning, illustrated by recent work. Individual and group projects in planning design in urban and regional settings, using graphic, model film and verbal presentations. Prerequisite: Planning 100, or consent of instructor Two hours lectures, two hours studio, Year Instructor: Herzog
Special readings and research on planning topics chosen in consultation with the instructor. This course gives the opportunity for supervised individual reading and study of planning or related topics in which the student is particularly interested. Prerequisite: Planning 100, or consent of instructor Fall or Winter terms Instructors: Faculty
PLAN 271Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods
An introduction to scientific method; descriptive and inferential statistics; sampling design. The course emphasizes the methodological and interpretative problems involved in using selected quantitative methods to investigate selected environmental topics. This course is the same as Geog. 271* and M.Env. 271*. The School of Planning strongly recommends that students, who have not had Grade 13 Maths, take Math 85*. Prerequisite: only for students in General or Honours Geography, Planning, Man-Environment, or Architecture 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab, Fall and Winter terms Instructors: Semple and other faculty
PLAN 272Computer Programming in Environmental Studies
This course emphasizes computer programming skills and appli- .. cations in the context of environmental problems. Cross listed as Geog. 272* and M.Env. 272 Prerequisite 271*, or consent of instructor Three hours, Winter term Instructor: Semple
PLAN 300Seminar/Workshop in Urban and Regional Planning
An integrated approach concerned with advanced study, analysis and design synthesis in the structuring of complex environmental problems. Studies range in scope from neighbourhood design to area redevelopment, and new towns. These will take place in a variety of urban, metropolitan and regional contexts and be of such nature ‘as to equip the student with an adequate conceptual framework for practice. Prerequisite: 3rd Year Planning students only One three hour workshop, Year Instructors: Faculty
A study of a particular design aspect of planning through a series of individual and group projects. The topic varies each term. Prerequisite: consent of instructor One three hour meeting, studio{ workshop, Fall and Winter terms Instructor: Herzog
Social research and the planning process; interview and selfadministered surveys; questionnaire design; profile data; data processing; sampling; non-survey data collection techniques; practical applications. Cross-listed as Geography 307*. Prerequisite: May be taken in 2nd or 3rd year Two hours lectures, one hour practical or discussion, Fall and Winter terms Instructor: Faculty
The theory and application of multivariate statistics, with particular emphasis upon the use of the computer. Cross-listed as Geography 316*. Prerequisite: Planning 271*, or consent of instructor
Advanced quantitative analysis of spatial patterns and interactions. Focus on a selection of techniques from gravity models, linear programming, nearest neighbour analysis, Markov chain analysis, graph theory, simulation and trend surface analysis. Cross-listed as Geography 318*. Prerequisite: Planning 271*, or consent of instructor Three hours lectures, Winter term Instructors: Bryant and Walker
Application of economic and social measurement techniques in regional planning. Discussion of input-output analysis; cost-benefit analysis, planning, programming and budgeting systems; and.
social area analysis. Cross-listed as Geography 319*. Prerequisite: Econ. 101*, 102*, or consent of instructor. Three hours seminar and|or tutorial, Fall term Instructor: Faculty.
This course examines a variety of urban social concerns and possible solutions to them. The solutions will focus on social planning, community development and social action. As well, the relationship between physical and social planning will be considered. Prerequisite: none Three hours lectures, Winter term Instructor: Shalinsky
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*, or consent of instructor. Three hours lectures, Fall term Instructor: Weaver
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: Sociology 101*, or consent of instructor Three hours lectures, Winter term Instructor Weaver
The physical structure of the city and its cultural, social, economic and behavioural bases; supporting systems and environmental relationships. Prerequisite: None. (Not available for credit to Planning students) 3 hours, Fall term Instructor: Faculty
The role of the public and private sectors in regional development and their relationship to the planning process; current urban and regional issues and plans. Prerequisite: Planning 342* or consent of instructor. (Not available for credit to Planning students) Three hours, Winter term Instructor: Faculty
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- The demand for and supply of recreation opcentred regions. portunities; standards, models and systems; recreation planning policies and agencies; and selected recreation planning issues. Prerequisite: This course is open only to students in 3rd and 4th years. Three lectures, Fall term, Winter term Planning students only : Instructor: Faculty
History of the conservation movement; ecological principles of conservation and resource management. Analysis, use and planning of recreational resources. This course is the same as Geography 357* and Man-Environment 357*. Prerequisite: Environmental Studies 200*. This course is open only to students in 3rd and 4th years Three lectures, Winter term Instructors: Dorney, George, Kitchen, Theberge
Guest lectures, expert in their respective fields, discuss air, water and soil pollution from waste products; biological, economic, political and legal aspects; technical and social a measures. No prerequisite 3 hours, Fall and Winter terms Instructor: Farkas
The relationship of economic planning to regional planning. Theory and practice of regional planning and development to urban-centred, broad socio-economic, and frontier regions. A series of workshops focus upon the social and economic problems of a particular Canadian region and the role of federal, provincial and local governments in formulating and applying remedial policy. Reference is made to comparative planning strategies and policies in other nations. Prerequisite: one of Planning 100, 156*, 342*, or consent of instructor 2 hours lectures, 2 hours workshop Instructor: Martin
The influence of transportation, communications, and water and sewage systems on the form, function and development of cities and regions; the application of this knowledge in urban and regional planning. Prerequisites: Planning 256* or consent of instructor Three hours lecture, term to be arranged Instructor: Faculty
An examination of planning issues related to the economics and financing of public and private development projects including shopping plazas, residential subdivisions, and new towns. The course focuses on sources of financing, financial programming, effects of planning decisions on land values, and techniques of project evaluation. Prerequisites: Planning 255* or consent of instructor Three hours lectures, term to be arranged Prerequisites: Planning 255*, or consent of instructor Three hours lecture, Term to be arranged Instructor: Faculty
An interdisciplinary workshop focusing upon major environmental issues, with an emphasis upon problem solving processes; problem definition, obtaining the necessary data, analysis, alternative solution formulation and evaluation. Enrolment in the course is restricted. Prerequisite: The course is open only to students in third and higher years ; Coordinating Instructors: Thompson, Arch.; Mitchell, Geog.; Keith, Man-Env.; Horton, Planning
PLAN 391Field Research Methods and Projects Environmental Studies 400 Environmental Law
Selected field trip experiences directly related to the theme content of the Seminar/ Workshop 300, including assignments, followup discussion, and presentation of research papers. The School covers the cost of travel and accommodations for field trips. Students are responsible for the cost of their meals. Approximately $45.00 will cover the cost of meals on a one week field trip. Prerequisite: enrolment in Plan 300 Instructor: Faculty
Conflict as the core of all aspects of environmental relationships. A review of several current conflicts in each of the three sections , of the course: community planning law; ecological law; and natural resource law. As these conflicts are examined, we will isolate and define the legal tools available to the interests involved in such conflicts, and seek to understand both the effect and the limits of these tools under current legislation and practice. Prerequisite: Third or Fourth Year students 3 hours lecture and discussion, evenings, Year Instructors: Greenspan, Kennedy, Stuart
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 is given to housing problems and programmes in the United States and developing countries. Prerequisite: Planning 256*, or consent of instructor Three lectures, Fall term Instructor: Sayegh
This course will examine and evaluate a number of social policy issues (poverty, health, education and public safety) in relation to social goals, social indicators, and program planning and development. The role of planners in social policy formulation and implementation will be stressed. Prerequisites: Planning 330*, or consent of instructor Three hours lecture, term to be arranged Instructor: Shalinsky
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 One two hour lecture|seminar, Year Instructor: Rich
An overview of the history and philosophy underlying urban planning and civic design. Morphological analysis of urban settlements; social, cultural, technological and aesthetic influences in the evolution of urban form; the role, structure and function of cities in civilization. Selected urban case studies with particular emphasis upon their relevance to contemporary concerns. Illustrated lectures and student research projects. Prerequisite: Year 3 or 4 Planning students, or consent of instructor Two one hour lectures| seminars, Winter term Instructor: Pressman
PLAN 475Projects, Problems and Readings in Planning
Special planning projects and problems chosen in consultation with instructor. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor Three hours seminar and]or tutorial, Fall and Winter term Instructors: Faculty
PLAN 476Projects, Problems and Readings in Planning
Special planning projects and problems, chosen in consultation , with instructor. Prerequisite: consent of instructor Three hours seminar and/or tutorial, Year Instructors: Faculty
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 related to the problems and issues typically faced in both urbancentred and resource-based Planning in Canada. The course takes the form of a seminar-workshop, which through a number of student projects, is concerned with relating technological change, environment and the planning process. Prerequisite: Honours Planning students only Three hours seminar-workshop, Year Instructor: Izumi
Practical experience in the identification of a problem in the planning field. Conduction of individual research into this problem and presentation of the results of this reach form that meets both professional and academic standards. Two credits. Prerequisite: Honours Planning students only Instructors: Faculty d