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CONTEMPORARY TOPICS IN URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING

URBRPL 590
Course Description

Examination of special issues or problems in urban and regional planning and development, such as mineral development in Wisconsin or fringe development in Madison. Topic and faculty vary.

Prerequisites

Senior standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

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