PLAN 380Crime and the City

This course explores the role of planning community safety through an examination of the intersection between physical and social environments and crime. Students will explore place-based determinants of deviant and anti-social behaviour, illegal activities including property and violent crimes, and perceptions of personal safety. Students will also explore several strategies employed by planners to improve community safety including crime mapping and crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED). Students will learn about the benefits and criticisms of these tools, while also enhancing their practical skills in city planning through exercises in crime mapping.