Transportation Geography
GPHY 330
300-Level Courses
3 Units
In-person
3
one-way Exclusions
Lecture, private study
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Course Description
The course provides a systematic examination of urban transportation in the context of general economic, social and spatial trends. Particular focus is placed on the role of the built environment in explaining travel behaviour. The aim is to provide a fair understanding of transportation planning and policy issues and explore potential solutions.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand key concepts related to urban transportation planning.
- Examine the association between land use and transportation.
- Examine economic, social, and environmental impacts of present travel patterns.
- Explore the ways in which transportation "problems" could be addressed.