Urban Studies - US

The information below lists courses approved in this subject area effective Fall 2015. Not all courses will necessarily be offered these terms. Please consult the Schedule of Classes for a listing of courses offered for a specific term.

500-level courses require graduate standing.

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101 Introduction to Urban Studies
3 hours. General survey of urban issues and experience using an interdisciplinary approach. Previously listed as UPP 101. US Society course.

130 Principles of Urban Sustainability
3 hours. Introduces students to fundamental principles, interdisciplinary approaches, historical trends, policies and planning programs that promote sustainability in urban regions. US Society course.

199 Independent Study in Urban Studies
1 TO 3 hours. Study and analysis of topics selected by the student under the guidance of a faculty advisor. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Students may register in more than one section per term. Previously listed as UPP 199. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor.

202 Planning Great Cities
3 hours. What makes a city great, how cities change, can cities be planned, and how planners plan; characteristics of Great Cities and current urban planning issues. Previously listed as UPP 202. US Society course.

205 Cinema and the City
3 hours. Explores how diverse societies, cities and urban phenomena are represented in film at different points in history, explores theories of urbanism and individual relationships to cities and urban society and institutions. Previously listed as UPP 205. Students are required to view films outside of regular class hours. Individual and Society course.

208 Mapping the Urban: Cartography and its Alternatives
3 hours. Maps both represent space and influence the spatial imaginary. From traditional cartography to new media, the course will explore the power and possibilities of mapping and ?counter-mapping? as narratives of space, power and social relations. Same as GEOG 208. Previously listed as UPP 208. Individual and Society course.

302 Great Cities Internship
6 hours. Provides students an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and conduct research in metropolitan organizations through field placements and seminars. Same as POLS 302. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and grade point average of 3.00, or consent of the instructor.

308 Globalization in Urban Studies
3 hours. Study of urban studies as it relates to globalization. Same as UPA 308. Previously listed as UPP 308. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in ECON 120; or consent of the instructor.

361 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems I
3 hours. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) adds spatial analysis and communication to the critical thinking toolbox. This course, the first in a two semester sequence, introduces students to basic GIS data concepts and map making techniques. Extensive computer use required. Students must have access to a PC on which they can install software, and meeting the system requirements detailed on the ESRI website at: http://www.esri.com/software/arcgis/arcgis-for-desktop/system-requirements. Prerequisite(s): Grade of B or better in US 208 or Grade of B or better in GEOG 275; and sophomore standing or above. Recommended background: Grade of C or better or concurrent registration in US 100 or Grade of C or better in GEOG 175.

362 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems II
3 hours. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) adds spatial analysis and communication to the critical thinking toolbox. This course, the second in a two semester sequence, introduces students to basic GIS data concepts and map making techniques. Extensive computer use required. Students must have access to a PC on which they can install software, and meeting the system requirements detailed on the ESRI website at: http://www.esri.com/software/arcgis/arcgis-for-desktop/system-requirements. Prerequisite(s): Grade of B or better in US 361; and sophomore standing or above. Recommended background: Grade of C or better or concurrent registration in GEOG 100.

498 Independent Study in Urban Studies
1 TO 3 hours. Provides an opportunity for students to pursue an independent project that is not availble through the required US coursework. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite(s): Open only to juniors and seniors; or consent of the instructor. Previously listed as UPP 498.

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This listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract. Every attempt is made to provide the most current and correct information. Courses listed here are subject to change without advance notice. Courses are not necessarily offered every term or year. Individual departments or units should be consulted for information regarding frequency of course offerings.