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The GIS for Urban and Regional Planning course equips professionals with advanced GIS tools to address challenges in urban development and policy planning. Participants will gain expertise in land use analysis, transportation mapping, demographic studies, and 3D city modeling to support informed decision-making in urban and regional contexts.
Learning Objective
- Utilize GIS for land use planning, zoning, and urban development.
- Perform transportation and infrastructure mapping for effective planning.
- Analyze population and demographic data to support policy decisions.
- Develop 3D city models for visualization and simulation of urban environments.
Exam Information
- Format: Multiple-choice and case-based questions.
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- Passing Score: 70% or higher.
Recertification
- Certificate is valid for 3 years.
- Renewal Options:
- Pass an updated certificate exam.
- Provide evidence of professional development in GIS and urban planning.
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Curriculum
- 4 Sections
- 8 Lessons
- 40 Hours
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- Land Use Planning and Zoning2
- Transportation and Infrastructure Mapping2
- Population and Demographic Analysis2
- 3D City Modeling2
Requirements
- Professionals with foundational GIS knowledge.
- Experience in urban planning, geography, or related fields is recommended but not mandatory.
Target audiences
- Urban Planners and Policy Analysts.
- Transportation Engineers and Infrastructure Planners.
- GIS Professionals involved in urban development.
- Environmental Scientists and Local Government Officials.