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PLANNING ORIENTATION SEMINAR

URBRPL 742
Course Description

Introduction to the field of planning and orientation to graduate study in urban and regional planning at UW-Madison. Explore planning as a tool for problem solving, planning and social change, the multiple roles in which planners find themselves, useful skills and perspectives, and areas of planning practice. Addresses core values, sustainability, equity and social justice, professional skills, and the role of plans in relation to policies and programs.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

1

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Not Applicable

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