Sustainable Regional Principles, Planning and Transportation
Learn comprehensive approaches to regional planning, sustainable development, and transportation systems for creating livable communities.
Learn comprehensive approaches to regional planning, sustainable development, and transportation systems for creating livable communities.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Sustainable Cities Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Understand regional principles and smart growth strategies
Evaluate growth priorities and community involvement methods
Analyze regional mapping and planning processes
Develop multimodal transportation system solutions
Implement sustainable regional development practices
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4.55 Hours PreRecorded video
4 quizzes
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores sustainable regional planning principles and transportation systems. Students learn about smart growth strategies, community involvement, and regional development priorities. The curriculum covers crucial aspects of regional planning including neighborhood design, transportation infrastructure, and land-use connections, utilizing real-world case studies like the Fairfax County Transportation Plan.
Sustainable Regional Fundamentals
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Regional Planning Including Developmental Priorities
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Regional Transportation System and the Land-Use Connection
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Case Study of the Fairfax County, Virginia Comprehensive Transportation Plan
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Expert in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development
Dr. William Roper is a distinguished visiting professor at Johns Hopkins University's Whiting School of Engineering, where he leverages his extensive expertise in environmental engineering and sustainable development. He also serves as an adjunct professor at George Mason University, contributing to various interdisciplinary programs. With a robust background that includes leadership roles such as the Director and CEO of the Army Geospatial Center and the Director of the Army Corps of Engineers' Civil Works Research and Development Program, Dr. Roper has a wealth of experience in managing large-scale environmental projects and research initiatives. He is the founder and president of EnviroTech Global LLC, an engineering and environmental consulting firm, and the Rivers of the World Foundation, which focuses on improving water quality globally. His work has involved collaboration with numerous government agencies, NGOs, and international organizations, reflecting his commitment to advancing sustainable practices in water management and infrastructure development. With over 180 technical publications to his name, Dr. Roper continues to influence the field through research, teaching, and active engagement in environmental policy discussions.
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