I First of a two-course sequence introducing students to the planning profession, graduate planning program, and fundamentals of transportation planning, international planning, urban design, and housing and community development. The primary objective of the course is to introduce students to the planning profession. May be convened with PLN 516. I Studies relating to design determinants for development of outdoor space. Lectures and exercises dealing with individual design criticism, including topography, hydrology, climate, and vegetation.
Final project summarizing and applying all criteria to a realistic development project is required.
May be convened with PLN 544. I Writing Emphasis Course. May be convened with PLN 553. I Writing Emphasis Course. May be convened with PLN 557.