pla2rrp rural and regional planning

RURAL AND REGIONAL PLANNING

PLA2RRP

2019

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject students will examine the theory, concepts and practice of local, rural and regional planning. The changing settlement structure and demographic characteristics of rural and regional Australia will be examined. A review of the historical development of regional studies and planning will provide a context for current policies and practices. The statutory and institutional planning hierarchy including the roles and responsibilities of agencies at local, state and federal government will be analysed as a basis for understanding their strategies, policies and programs in respect to rural and regional planning and development. On completion of this unit students should have acquired a basic understanding of the preparation, implementation and evaluation of rural and regional planning techniques and practices.

SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

PrerequisitesN/A

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Learning resources

Readings

Resource TypeTitleResource RequirementAuthor and YearPublisher
ReadingsPlanning at the landscape scale,RecommendedSelman, P.ROUTLEDGE 2006
ReadingsRurality bites: the social & environmental transformation of rural Australia,RecommendedLockie, S. and Bourke, L. (eds)PLUTO PRESS 2001

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Analyse the relationships between structural changes, land use impacts and social change in rural communities and landscapes.

Activities:
Individual essay, discussion of weekly readings online and in reading group seminars
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)

02. Assess the complex inter-relationship between cultural, social, economic and environmental factors in planning futures in rural and regional areas

Activities:
Individual essay, discussion of weekly readings online and in reading group seminars
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)

03. Evaluate the political and social economy of rural spaces.

Activities:
Individual essay, discussion of weekly readings online and in reading group seminars, planning decision-activities
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

04. Show a strong understanding of demographic and socio-economic trends in case stud areas.

Activities:
Individual essay, discussion of weekly readings online and in reading group seminars
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Bendigo, 2019, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner

Class requirements

Field TripWeek: 31 - 43
Two 7.0 hours field trip per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Seven 2.0 hours lecture per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.

TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
Seven 1.0 hours tutorial per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Essay proposal and annotated bibliography (500 word equivalence)1502, 03, 04
Individual referenced essay (2000 words)4002, 03, 04
Rural planning scenario project and presentation (1500 word equivalence)4501, 02, 03, 04