Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2025 - PLAN 300 D100

Planning Methods and Analysis (4)

Class Number: 3114

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Wed, Fri, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Laura Tate
    1 778 782-4912

  • Prerequisites:

    PLAN 100 or PLAN 200.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Explores the qualitative and quantitative methods used by planners in both urban and regional settings. Students gain a basic understanding of approaches used for collecting, analyzing and communicating relevant-data between and within different communities. Introduces the roles of planners and other participants/actors in planning processes. Reviews issues in current professional planning practice and requirements for professional planning accreditation, including planners’ professional ethics and responsibility to the public interest.

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

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Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.