Faculty: Graduate School of Science and Engineering This interdisciplinary major focuses on the strategic planning and management of land resources to achieve sustainable and efficient use. Students explore key areas such as urban and regional planning, environmental impact assessment, land policy, geographic information systems (GIS), and community engagement. The program emphasizes practical skills, analytical knowledge, and the understanding of social, economic, and environmental considerations. Graduates are prepared for careers in urban planning, environmental management, land development, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of land-use planning and management. - Develop skills in urban and regional planning. - Learn techniques for environmental impact assessment and sustainability. - Explore land policy and regulatory frameworks. - Understand the use of GIS in land-use planning. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in land-use planning and management. - Develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills for planning projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Land-Use Planning and Management** - Overview of land-use planning, key concepts, and historical context. - Fundamentals of sustainable land-use practices. 2. **Urban and Regional Planning** - Principles of urban and regional planning, including zoning, land use, and infrastructure development. - Techniques for creating comprehensive urban and regional plans. 3. **Environmental Impact Assessment** - Fundamentals of environmental impact assessment, including environmental regulations, impact analysis, and mitigation strategies. - Techniques for conducting environmental impact assessments and promoting sustainability. 4. **Land Policy and Regulation** - Principles of land policy, including property rights, land tenure, and regulatory frameworks. - Techniques for developing and implementing land policies and regulations. 5. **Geographic Information Systems (GIS)** - Fundamentals of GIS, including spatial data analysis, mapping, and visualization. - Techniques for using GIS in land-use planning and management. 6. **Community Engagement** - Fundamentals of community engagement, including public participation, stakeholder collaboration, and community-driven initiatives. - Techniques for engaging communities in land-use planning and development processes. 7. **Sustainable Land-Use Practices** - Principles of sustainable land-use practices, including conservation, resource management, and ecological restoration. - Techniques for implementing sustainable land-use practices and promoting environmental stewardship. 8. **Practicum in Land-Use Planning and Management** - Real-world land-use planning and management experiences, including observations, internships, and hands-on projects in urban and regional settings. - Techniques for applying learned skills in practical land-use planning and management settings. 9. **Capstone Project in Land-Use Planning and Management** - Comprehensive project to apply learned skills in urban planning, environmental impact assessment, or sustainable land-use practices. - Techniques for delivering a polished and impactful land-use planning and management project. **Assessment Methods:** - Urban and regional planning reports, environmental impact assessment studies, land policy analyses, GIS projects, community engagement plans, sustainable land-use practice proposals, practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Urban Land Use Planning" by Philip R. Berke et al. - "Environmental Impact Assessment: A Practical Guide" by various authors. - "Land Policy" by various authors. - "Geographic Information Systems: An Introduction" by various authors. - "Community Engagement: A Reader in Participatory Democracy" by various authors. - "Sustainable Land-Use Planning" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of urban studies, environmental science, and geography. Suitable for students interested in urban planning, environmental management, and sustainable land development. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practicum, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Land-Use Planning and Management and pursue professional certifications in urban planning, environmental management, or related fields. **Target Audience:** Aspiring urban planners, environmental managers, land developers, and professionals seeking to specialize in land-use planning and management. This major equips students with the practical, analytical, and collaborative skills needed to excel in land-use planning and management, supporting careers in urban planning, environmental management, land development, and related fields.