The City (URST0301 (UG11))
Term: First Summer Session 2012 (UNDG)
Schedule
Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu, 5:30 PM - 7:15 PM (5/21/2012 - 6/28/2012) Location: MAIN (Henry Givens Admin Bldg 118 - Lecture Only)
Description
This course is an overview of the evolution of urbanization and the current nature of cities. Topics include: a discussion of what a city is; a description of forces leading to urbanization and a look at early city cultures such as Mesopotamia and Egypt; an overview of major urban theorists; and the impact of industrialization/post-industrialization on the city.