Municipal Planning I
EXLUP 8215 is offered this fall:
Provides an introduction to municipal planning, with a particular emphasis on concepts and competencies used by planners involved in land use and development. The Alberta Land Use Framework (2008) will be examined, and relevant planning issues will be discussed. While examples are based on the Alberta context, the theory can be applied to a broad range of situations and environments. Ethics and values will be explored in relation to planning that will have a significant impact on society.
Course at a glance
- Offered fully online learning - asynchronous format.
- May be recognized for Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) credits by the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI) for holders of the Registered Professional Planner designation.
- Aimed at professionals in the areas of municipal government planning, development, and bylaw enforcement. Students range from development officers, planning technicians, land use, environmental, and community planners, to resources managers, government officials, consultants, developers, lawyers, zoning administrators, administrators in smaller municipalities, and others involved in planning processes.
What you will learn
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Explain what planning is trying to achieve.
- Describe the basic elements of land use as understood by planners.
- Describe the steps in formulating a plan and the role of values and facts in plan creation.
- Identify the basic statutory tools in plan implementation and the legislation as it affects land use planning in Alberta.
- Describe the land development process and the role of developers in community development.
- Identify key players in the planning process and understand the alternative roles planners can employ in carrying out their work.
- Explain and apply fundamental planning skills to development and plan proposals.
- Recognize that planning is an evolving profession constantly developing new understandings, tools, and approaches.
Offered:
Take note:
- Refer to the course syllabus for the schedule of activities and due dates of assignments.
- A textbook is required for this course; details will be provided in the course syllabus.
- Additional learning materials are provided through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Assessment may include discussion postings and essay assignments.
- Bursary opportunities may be available for members of the Alberta Development Officers Association (ADOA).
Sep 11, 2023Nov 18, 2023
Asynchronous online learning, eClass
39 hours of instruction
In asynchronous online courses, students are expected to move through the course material at the same pace as their peers, but there are no real-time virtual classroom sessions to attend. All components of this type of course are accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. format details
Your Instructor
Ryan HallID: ryan-hall
Ryan Hall is a senior planner with community planning at the City of Calgary. He is the team lead for the Beltline ARP Amendment project, which created the implementation tools for the culture and entertainment district in East Victoria Park and Stampede Park. He was also a project team member for the Chinatown Area Redevelopment Plan scoping project and has worked on the Calgary Main Streets project team to help plan and design 24 of Calgary's streets. Ryan’s areas of specialty include Indigenous engagement, project management, urban design, policy research, development application review, and public engagement.
Textbook
Required
HODGE
Planning Canadian Communities
7th edition
ISBN 9780176705497
Class info
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This is an asynchronous online learning course.
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39 course hours in total
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Cost assistance: may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, the Canada Training Benefit, and the Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan.
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Please be advised that some of our courses fill quickly, early registration is encouraged to secure your spot. See our refunds, withdrawals & transfers policies for detailed information.
This course has no prerequisites
Students from all educational backgrounds welcome. You can register for this course without applying and enrolling in a program.
Take note:
- Refer to the course syllabus for the schedule of activities and due dates of assignments.
- A textbook is required for this course; details will be provided in the course syllabus.
- Additional learning materials are provided through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Assessment may include discussion postings and essay assignments.
- Bursary opportunities may be available for members of the Alberta Development Officers Association (ADOA).
Currently counts towards:
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└39-hour course option
Applicants intending to enrol in a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements since they are prone to change.
*If you are already enroled in this program, please refer to your specific program requirements as outlined at the time of your admission: Bear Tracks > Academic Advisement.
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