Special Topics in Water Resources Planning and Management Graduate Community and Regional Planning -- Water management is complicated and highly contentious. This course evaluates various aspects of water resources including quality, flooding, supply and allocation and the... read more Landscape Architecture Design Studio I - VI Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture -- Refer to department. People, Places and Environment Undergraduate, General Education Community and Regional Planning 0807 Have you ever thought about the relationship people have to their place-home, neighborhood, town, or city? How about to the environment? Have you ever thought about how people... read more Sustainable Design Undergraduate, General Education Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 0841 What's the big deal about global warming and how should we respond to it? Explore the issues and underlying causes. See how contemporary designers from Germany, Netherlands, UK... read more Green vs. Grey Urban Ecology Undergraduate, General Education Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 0852 Using Philadelphia as Living Laboratory, Learning about urban ecology, work required to planting, explore park infrastructure, vacant lot revitalization, and community gardens. Fundamentals of Horticulture Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 1001 Principles of horticultural science; basic techniques of horticulture, including soil management, plant propagation, selection and maintenance of plant materials, and landscape... read more Natural and the Built Environment Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 1013 An introduction to the interrelated disciplines of Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Planning, and Architecture. Explores existing and natural site conditions and their impact... read more Intro To Community & Regional Planning Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 1017 Theory and practice of urban planning in the United States. Discussion of planning policy, methodology, and implementation in such areas as land use, housing, environment,... read more Plant Ecology Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 1112 The structure and function of plants are studied in relationship to their fit into the environment. The interaction of plants with each other and with their environment through... read more Woody Plants I Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 1211 The study of native and introduced trees, shrubs, and vines that are the foundation of our natural and designed landscapes with emphasis on identification, culture, association in... read more Woody Plants II Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 1212 Continuation of the study of native and introduced trees, shrubs, and vines that are the foundation of our natural and designed landscapes with emphasis on identification, culture... read more Urban Form & Design Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 2114 Basic design principles, techniques, and practices of sustainable urban form and design. The topics for most readings, projects, and guest lectures are people oriented and examine... read more Land Use Planning Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 2166 At the heart and soul of community and regional planning is land use. How we use land and the institutional and legal basis by which we establish and implement land use goals are... read more Environmental Planning Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 2213 A comprehensive overview of physical and environmental systems, including land, air, and water, and how planning can be conducted to protect such systems. Topics include... read more Herbaceous Plants I Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 2221 The identification, culture, and appropriate designs for native and cultivated annuals, perennials, bulbs, and wildflowers; collaboration with nature in designing and maintaining... read more Herbaceous Plants II Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 2222 Topics include: identification, culture, and creation of environmentally appropriate designs for native and cultivated annuals, perennials, herbs, and roses; cost analysis;... read more Landscape Engineering I - III Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 2241, 2242, 3243 Emphasizes the basic concepts, ideas, and techniques that deal with the visual, functional, and ecological aspects of grading and landform manipulation. Introduction to the... read more Sustainable Food Systems Planning Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 2251 Planners are paying attention to the notion of food system planning: farm land preservation and environmental stewardship; economic development including distribution, processing... read more Food Crops I Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 2334 An introductory hands-on course in sustainable food production, handling, and distribution of crops. Food tasting is an integral part of this course. Food Crops II Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 2335 Hands - on course in organic food production, emphasis is on managing and harvesting crops. Students cultivate, manage and harvest their own vegetable\/fruit garden. Geographic Information Systems Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 2524 Basic principles and techniques of GIS, a computer-based system that uses spatial (geographic) data to analyze and solve real-world issues. Lab exercises, exams, and projects... read more Water Design in the City Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 2754 Cities throughout history have thrived or failed because of water. Every society's ability to secure its water supply, clean stormwater, and address flooding issues impacts the... read more Summer Field Ecology Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 2758 Students learn to \"read\" the landscape through the exploration of the landscape provinces of the Delaware River Basin. Through visiting landscapes in each of the sub-regions, they... read more Applied Plant Physiology Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 3122 Highlights the major environmental factors that affect plant growth and development and explores ecologically sound approaches to solving stress-related problems. Focuses on... read more Ecological Planning and Development Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 3155 The fundamentals of the ecological planning method developed by landscape architect and regional planner, Ian McHarg, establish a basis to plan and develop both individual... read more Sustainability in Suburban Communities Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 3255 The physical forms of suburban communities and the social and economic patterns that shape residents' lives make achieving sustainability in suburbia challenging and problematic.... read more Sustainable Community Design and Development Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 3256 Introduces students to the concept of sustainable development and how it has been applied to the design and development of communities. Beginning with an examination of the... read more Planting Design Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 3345 Considers the integration of plants into the design process and emphasizes scale, development density, natural site characteristics, natural plant associations, and individual... read more Applied Entomology Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 3423 In lecture and laboratory, students learn the basic diagnostic skills for identifying pest problems. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is emphasized as the approach for managing... read more Applied Plant Pathology Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 3424 Explores plant pathological theories and practices. The causes of plant diseases, such as fungi, bacteria, virus, nematodes, plant parasites, as well as environmental stresses,... read more Landscape Restoration Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 3514 Develops an ecologically based understanding of how to establish, restore, and manage meadows, forest, and wetland systems. Emphasizes natural processes and integrating the built... read more Landscape Management Undergraduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 3523 Develops an understanding of issues of professional, innovative, and appropriate landscape management. Major focus is given to site analysis, pruning, nutrition, water management... read more Internet and Digital Technologies for Community Engagement Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 3555 Emerging technologies are directly influencing the planning and management of our urban areas in very profound and pervasive ways. Planning and related professionals increasingly... read more Intro to Emergency Planning Undergraduate Community and Regional Planning 3755 Provides a fundamental understanding of the emergency planning process, the phases of emergency management, and the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved. Students... read more Sustainable Community Design and Development Graduate Community and Regional Planning 5256 Introduction to the evolution, theory, and practice of planning for sustainable communities. Students evaluate recent conceptions of sustainable development, building an... read more Planning Theory Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8013 Provides the base knowledge of planning theory that serves as a springboard into more advanced courses in this degree program. Explores the nature of planning and how it relates... read more Urban Form & Design Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8114 Basic design principles, techniques, and practices of sustainable urban form and design. The topics for most readings, projects, and guest lectures are people oriented and examine... read more Native Woody Plant Identification Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8141 Students learn the identification, horticultural and ecological requirements of native woody plants. Woodland Design Studio Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8151 Students apply the knowledge and methodologies presented in LARC 8751: Northeastern Woodland Ecosystems. Projects, varying in size and location, allow students to synthesize and... read more Wetland\/Riparian Design Studio Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8152 This studio course complements material introduced in LARC 8752: Wetland Ecology. Students are required to draw on and implement knowledge about wetland ecosystems to develop a... read more Public Lands Studio Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8153 Material presented in LARC 8352: Policies of Public Design Seminar is addressed in this design studio, which focuses on a public project, such as a metropolitan park or regional... read more Environmental Planning Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8213 Environmental issues and concepts faced by planners and the methods used to address them. Applying principles of natural science disciplines to the analysis of man`s physical... read more Sustainability in Suburban Communities Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8255 The physical forms of suburban communities and the social and economic patterns that shape residents' lives make achieving sustainability in suburbia challenging and problematic.... read more Environmental Policy Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8257 This course identifies the complexities associated with environmental politics and management from both national and international perspectives. The first part of the course... read more Aesthetics Ecology Design Seminar Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8351 Students learn about the emerging aesthetic associated with ecological design. Form and psychological experience of design are presented through readings and discussion. Students... read more Environmental Infrastructure Planning and Management Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8355 Introduces students to the practice of planning and managing municipal and regional environmental infrastructure programs that typically fall under the realm of a local or county... read more Collaborative Planning Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8476 Students examine the theories, principles, and practices of collaborative planning with a special emphasis on resolving conflicts over land-use planning issues and planning for... read more Transportation Planning Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8655 Presents an overview of the history of transportation in the United States and the fundamentals of present day transportation planning and policies. Explores the influences of... read more Integrated Transportation and Land Use Planning Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8656 Context-sensitive design seeks to blend transportation functions with other human activities and land-use characteristics. Often transportation and land-use decisions have worked... read more Non-motorized Transportation Planning Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8657 Transportation planning in the United States has long focused on improving conditions for motorized travel, primarily by personal cars and light duty trucks. The effects of an... read more NE Woodland Ecosystem Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8751 The course presents terrestrial forest ecosystems and the biotic and abiotic factors that affect them. Students learn the components of forest ecosystems, including degradation... read more Wetland Ecology Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8752 Refer to department. Invasive Speicies Management Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8753 Students learn to identify and assess eradication strategies for local invasive plant species. Traditional chemical\/biological methods and non-traditional methods are discussed.... read more Native Plant Communities Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8755 This course examines native and naturalized tree, shrub and\/or herbaceous plant community structure. An examination of restoration processes will be explored relative to... read more Topics in Community and Regional Planning Graduate Community and Regional Planning 8870 Ecological planning and development. Restoration Monitoring Workshop Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 8889 This field course introduces methods for monitoring the process of a restoration project and the corrective actions needed to ensure a positive restoration. It includes strategies... read more Capstone Restoration Design Project Graduate Landscape Architecture and Horticulture 9995 Refer to department.<\/p>\n
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