Basic Elements Of Planning
- Management Sciences
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 107 pages
- 12 units
This course, Basic Elements of Planning (TPM 206), introduces students to the fundamental concepts and frameworks of planning. It explores the historical evolution of planning, distinguishing between physical and economic planning. Key topics include urban land use, internal city structures, and transport planning processes. The course aims to develop critical thinking skills, enabling students to evaluate planning matters and understand planning's role in spatial arrangement.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 156 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of TPM206, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
TPM206 · UNIT 1: DEFINITION OF PLANNING
This unit is to discuss the meaning of Planning, the need for Planning and types of planning. In other words, the basic idea of Planning and different types of Planning will be fully explored.
What you should be able to do
- Evaluate the concept and conceptual framework of Planning.
- Distinguish between Physical Planning and Economic Planning.
- Understand the theories of internal structure of cities.
- Discuss the historical evolution of Planning.
- Explain the process of Transport Planning.
What it prepares you for
- Urban Planner
- Regional Planner
- Transport Planner
- Land Use Analyst
- Development Control Officer
- Government Planning Agencies
- Real Estate Development
- Transportation Sector
- Environmental Management
- Urban Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Internal Structure of Urban Areas
Unit 2: Theories of Internal Structure of Cities
Requires understanding of complex spatial relationships and abstract theoretical concepts.
- Module 4: Transport Planning and Process
Unit 3: Transport Planning Process
Involves integrating various factors and models to understand transport systems.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction to Planning
Unit 1: Definition of Planning · 2 hours
Define planning and its importance.. Discuss the need for planning and control in society.. Compare and contrast different types of planning: economic, physical, allocative, and innovative..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction to Planning
Unit 2: Levels of Land use Planning · 2 hours
Differentiate between national and state physical planning.. Understand the concept of regional planning and its significance.. Explain the focus of planning at urban and local levels..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction to Planning
Unit 3: Master Plan Concept in Planning · 2 hours
Explain the meaning and purpose of a master plan.. Understand the physical elements of a master plan.. Discuss the characteristics of a master plan..
- Week 4Module 2: Internal Structure of Urban Areas
Unit 1: Urban Land use · 2 hours
Discuss the centrifugal and centripetal factors influencing urban land use.. Understand the different types of urban land use.. Explain the problems associated with urban land use..
- Week 5Module 2: Internal Structure of Urban Areas
Unit 2: Theories of Internal Structure of Cities · 2 hours
Understand and explain the Burgess Concentric Zone Theory.. Explain Hoyt's Sector Theory.. Discuss the Harris and Ullman Multiple-Nuclei Theory..
- Week 6Module 2: Internal Structure of Urban Areas
Unit 3: Models of Urban Population Density · 2 hours
Understand population density gradients in urban centers.. Discuss land value theory in relation to urban land use.. Appraise the theories of urban structure..
- Week 7Module 3: Evolution of Planning and Control
Unit 1: Pre-Independence Planning · 2 hours
Understand pre-colonial planning administration.. Discuss the colonial planning law.. Analyze colonial planning and development control..
- Week 8Module 3: Evolution of Planning and Control
Unit 2: Post-Independence Planning Law · 2 hours
Understand the background to planning in the post-independence era.. Discuss modern planning law.. Understand the approaches to urban land use planning in Nigeria..
- Week 9Module 3: Evolution of Planning and Control
Unit 3: Concept of Zoning in Planning · 2 hours
Define the concept of zoning.. Understand the characteristics of zoning.. Understand the advantages of zoning..
- Week 10Module 4: Transport Planning and Process
Unit 1: Transport in Society · 2 hours
Explain the meaning of transport.. Understand the modes of transport.. Discuss the role of transport in society..
- Week 11Module 4: Transport Planning and Process
Unit 2: Transport Planning · 2 hours
Understand the meaning of transport planning.. Discuss the transport land use relationship.. Explain the importance of transport planning..
- Week 12Module 4: Transport Planning and Process
Unit 3: Transport Planning Process · 2 hours
Understand the vision of transport planning.. Explain the cyclical planning process in transport.. Discuss the systematic planning process in transport..
- Week 13Course Review
Final Revision · 6 hours
Review all modules and units.. Prepare for assignments and final examination.. Focus on key concepts and theories..
Preparing for the exam
- Review definitions of planning and development control from Unit 1.
- Compare and contrast the theories of urban structure from Module 2, Units 1-3.
- Create diagrams illustrating the transport planning process from Module 4.
- Practice applying zoning concepts to hypothetical land use scenarios.
- Focus on understanding the historical evolution of planning laws in Nigeria.
- Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions to identify key areas.
- Allocate specific study time for each module based on its weight in the final exam.
- Create flashcards for key terms and concepts to aid memorization.
- Join online study groups to discuss challenging topics and share insights.
- Simulate exam conditions by practicing with past questions under timed conditions.
Questions students ask about this course
What is TPM206 about?
This course, Basic Elements of Planning (TPM 206), introduces students to the fundamental concepts and frameworks of planning. It explores the historical evolution of planning, distinguishing between physical and economic planning. Key topics include urban land use, internal city structures, and transport planning processes. The course aims to develop critical thinking skills, enabling students to evaluate planning matters and understand planning's role in spatial arrangement.
How many units does TPM206 have?
TPM206, Basic Elements Of Planning, has 12 units across 4 modules, over 107 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is TPM206?
TPM206 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Management Sciences.
Is TPM206 hard?
TPM206 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does TPM206 take to study?
About 156 hours of study, spread across its 12 units.
How is TPM206 assessed?
TPM206 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with TPM206?
Urban Planner, Regional Planner, Transport Planner, Land Use Analyst and Development Control Officer.