Development of the American City
Overview
Subject area
URBST
Catalog Number
207
Course Title
Development of the American City
Department(s)
Description
This course emphasizes the changing structure and function of American cities from their early history to the present day. Emphasis will be placed on the changing economic, political, and social impact of cities on the United States as a whole, and on major public service problems with which cities have had to deal. The various models for administration of housing, employment, transportation, public health, education and crime will be studied in historical context, with the special goal of finding relevant messages for contemporary public administration and urban planning.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3