Urban Sustainability

3 credits

How can we better plan and design cities to confront today’s challenges? This course engages with the principles and practices of urban sustainability with a focus on managing the growth and development of contemporary Canadian cities. Topics include urban mobility, building design, climate mitigation, social equity, and affordable housing. ***Prerequisite: Completion of 60 credit hours or GES 246 or GES 346 or permission of Department Head.***