UD561 Urban Design Communication and Media 1 (3 credits)
Professor Joe Blalock and Lohren Deeg

Tuesdays 6:30 to 9:10pm

Urban design communication theory, techniques, and media 1. The study of the design and development of effective oral, written, and graphic public design presentations. The study and application of new technologies including digital and visual media in the exploration of complex urban design projects. Prerequisite: permission of the MUD program coordinator.

Tuesdays/Thursdays 4 to 5:15pm

The survey of the history of urban form exploring the design of major cities and urban centers. Students will develop an understanding of significant precedent in urban design. Layout of major urban centers will be studied through presentations, readings, and lectures. Physical form and regional influences will be systematically studied.

UD598 Special Projects: Metropolitan Problems (3 credits)
Instructor Bart Peterson

Wednesdays 6:30 to 9:10pm

Cities and Metropolitan Communities; the nature, characteristics, functions, governmental structure, intergovernmental relations, social make-up and problems, economic base, decision-making structure, and other related topics; the present and future role of planning and citizen participation in the entire community.

UD598 Special Projects: Case Studies (3 credits)
Professor Harry Eggink

Thursdays 6:30 to 9:10pm

Investigation of contemporary architectural practice through the use of the case study method based on the professional practicum, including structured interviews, analysis, and production of a detailed case study report.