Students who have received credit for URBS 488 or GEOG 438 may not take this course for credit. The impacts of projects on urban and suburban communities and the environment are studied within the context of environmental protection legislation. The methods of assessment are then applied to specific cases. Through a case study or practicum of 120 hours with a private or public institution, or community interest group, students acquire experience in a profes-sional working environment. Through a case study or practicum of 120 hours with a private or public institution, or community interest group, students acquire experience in a profes-sional working environment.
Human behaviour is seen both as a determinant and as an outcome of environment.
Student projects involve applying the theory to a location study, a facility management study, or other relevant application. Tutorials in the computer lab are followed by individual project development. Students may undertake independent, supervised research leading to the production of an Honours thesis. They may also undertake a major urban study leading to recommendations for public or private interventions. Students who have received credit for GEOG 491 may not take this course for credit.