The City (URST0301 (UG14))

Term: Spring Term 2015 (UNDG)

Faculty

Dr. Mark K. Abbott Ph.D.Show MyInfo popup for Dr. Mark K. Abbott Ph.D.

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Schedule

Tue-Thu, 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM (1/10/2015 - 5/9/2015) Location: MAIN (Early Childhood Ed Cente 212 - 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.