The City (URST0301 (UG17))

Term: Fall Term 2017 (UNDG)

Faculty

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

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Schedule

Mon-Wed, 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM (8/19/2017 - 12/9/2017) Location: MAIN (Early Childhood Ed Cente 213 - 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.