Land Use and Subdivision Design
EXLUP 4103 is offered this spring:
Learn how to design effective subdivision layouts by examining the different processes involved: taking raw land through site analysis to land use and preliminary design, from density considerations and circulation patterns to special layouts, and from the preliminary investigation to the approval process. Apply these concepts to design and draft your own maps and subdivision plans.
Course at a glance
- Blended (In-Person and Online) or Synchronous Online Delivery.
- A hands-on course in which you will apply the concepts you learn to design-based projects, assignments, and presentations, including the development of your own land use plan and subdivision design.
- 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:
- Describe the origins of the land use planning system in Alberta.
- Visualize the relationship of planning and the regulatory framework within which large scale suburban development is achieved.
- Describe the land development process and the role of developers in community development.
- Identify the primary benefits of a “master planning approach” to land development.
- Understand the main considerations in plan preparation.
- Describe the legislative, planning and engineering considerations that inform subdivision design.
- Understand the differing perspectives of the local municipality and the developer in securing subdivision approval.
- Describe the basic considerations of subdivision design while exploring its design from “above, in and around.”
- Examine why some subdivisions fail and what can be done about it.
- Reflect upon new directions and innovation in suburban neighbourhood design.
Offered:
Take note:
- Assessment activities include an post-assignment to be completed after the last in-class date.
- While there are no prerequisites for this course, prior knowledge of planning is recommended for student success.
- Bursary opportunities may be available for members of the Alberta Development Officers Association (ADOA).
Overall Schedule
Lecture/Class Schedule
Jun 17Jun 19
8:30 am – 4:30 pm MT
8:30 am – 4:30 pm MT
8:30 am – 4:30 pm MT
Jul 3 — post-class component closes
Students in this section may have post-class readings or assessments to complete.
Blended learning (in-person + online), downtown Edmonton
21 hours of instruction
Learning combines in-person and online activities. Students meet face-to-face on pre-scheduled in-person classes, but also engage in online learning through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.format details
Be sure to refer to your course schedule to learn more about when the class meets in person and when you’ll be completing work online.
Classes take place on the second floor of Enterprise Square, 10230–Jasper Avenue, downtown Edmonton.
Your Instructor
Craig ThomasID: craig-thomas
Class info
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This course is a combination of online and in-class learning. This class requires a post-work component to be completed after the last in-class meeting. More information will be communicated in the class syllabus.
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21 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:
- Assessment activities include an post-assignment to be completed after the last in-class date.
- While there are no prerequisites for this course, prior knowledge of planning is recommended for student success.
- Bursary opportunities may be available for members of the Alberta Development Officers Association (ADOA).
Currently counts towards:
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└21-hour elective course
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.
Looking for different course dates?
New course schedules are released each June and November.