Municipal Planning I
EX 1111 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
- Fully online asynchronous course, accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- 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.
- Assessment may include discussion postings and essay assignments.
- Bursary opportunities may be available for members of the Alberta Development Officers Association (ADOA).
Sep 13, 2021Nov 20, 2021
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
Stefan FeknerID: stefan-fekner
Textbook
Required
HODGE
Planning Canadian Communities
6th edition
ISBN 9780176705497
Class info
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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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Open for registration until September 13, 2021. Register at least one week before the course start date to secure your spot. If space is available you may register until the day the course starts. Refunds, withdrawals & transfers policies
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.
- 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
We recommend that you apply to the program as soon as possible to lock in your course requirements as they are subject 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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