Planning (PLAN)

Subject-area course lists indicate courses currently active for offering at the University of Louisville. Not all courses are scheduled in any given academic term. For class offerings in a specific semester, refer to the Schedule of Classes.

500-level courses generally are included in both the undergraduate- and graduate-level course listings; however, specific course/section offerings may vary between semesters. Students are responsible for ensuring that they enroll in courses that are applicable to their particular academic programs.

Course Fees

Some courses may carry fees beyond the standard tuition costs to cover additional support or materials. Program-, subject- and course-specific fee information can be found on the Office of the Bursar website.


PLAN 301. Principles of Urban Planning3 Units

Term Typically Offered: Spring Only

Prerequisite(s): URBS 201 and URBS 202.

Description: An exploration of historical and contemporary patterns in city design and development, and an introduction to the processes through which these patterns change.

For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes

PLAN 305. Dogs in Society: An Interdisciplinary Examination of the Human-Canine Connection - SB3 Units

Term Typically Offered: Spring Only

Description: The course examines the evolution of dogs as human partners in society and delves into the relationship of our species with one another. It explores medical, safety, ethical, regulatory and legal issues, including the American with Disabilities Act and municipal approaches to regulating ownership. It considers behavioral adaptations of both species and some cutting-edge research in canine neuroscience. (Social Science)

For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes

PLAN 501. Urban Environmental Quality3 Units

Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.

Description: A study of environmental aspects of urban areas and analysis of inter- and intra-city variations in environmental quality.

Note: Cross-listed with GEOG 561.

For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes

PLAN 511. Planning Theory & History3 Units

Term Typically Offered: Fall Only

Description: This course will introduce the historic foundation of modern urban planning, and investigate the central themes in planning theory, using both historical and contemporary contexts to assist in the understanding of its role in shaping planning thought and practice.

Note: Cross-listed with PLAN 601, PADM 507, PADM 607, UPA 684.

For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes