CITY103
Transportation Planning Foundations
Transportation involves the myriad multimodal ways in which goods and people move. In general, transportation planning involves undertaking strategy, analysis, conceptual or schematic design, planning, monitoring, and engagement. This course focuses on the professional practice and process of transportation planning, including a high-level overview of transportation governance in metro Vancouver, and best practices in planning for transit, active transportation, driving and parking, goods movement, and new mobility.
Overview
Location: Online
Duration: 4 evenings
Tuition: $367.50
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Upcoming Offerings
- Thu, Sep 26, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time (virtual class)
- Thu, Oct 3, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time (virtual class)
- Thu, Oct 10, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time (virtual class)
- Thu, Oct 17, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time (virtual class)
What you will learn
After completing this course, you’ll be able to do the following:
- Articulate how planning works, including the importance of problem definition and the planning process
- Explain best practices for various modes of transportation
- Understand how transportation decisions are made and who makes them
How you will learn and be evaluated
- Expect instructor-led presentations and class discussions
- Prepare to discuss, debate and formulate your own opinions
You will be evaluated on:
- Class participation
- Final assignment (pass/fail) due 1 week after the last session
Who should take this course?
This introductory course is for both professionals and engaged citizens with an interest in learning more about the field of transportation planning.
Learning Materials
No textbook is required. We will provide all course materials online.
Technical Requirements
For online courses, you will need a computer with audio and microphone that is connected to the internet. Canvas is the online system that will be used for the course. For more information and online support, visit Online Learning.
Professional development credits
AIBC CES participants, PIBC members and BCSLA members may self-report for continuing education learning unit consideration.