Housing Planning And Management Syllabus

Housing Planning and Management Syllabus Course Overview This course provides an overview of the principles and practices of housing planning and management. Students will learn about the role of housing in society, the different types of housing, and the processes involved in planning, developing, and managing housing projects. The course will also cover topics such as housing finance, housing policy, and community development. Course Objectives - To introduce students to the basic concepts and principles of housing planning and management. - To provide students with an understanding of the role of housing in society. - To acquaint students with the different types of housing and the processes involved in planning, developing, and managing housing projects. - To familiarize students with housing finance, housing policy, and community development. - To develop students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the context of housing planning and management. Course Content Unit 1: Introduction to Housing Planning and Management - Definition and scope of housing planning and management - The role of housing in society - Types of housing Unit 2: Housing Needs Assessment and Market Analysis - Identifying housing needs - Conducting market analysis - Forecasting housing demand Unit 3: Housing Policy and Planning - Overview of housing policy - Housing planning process - Land use planning and zoning - Housing codes and regulations Unit 4: Housing Design and Construction - Principles of housing design - Housing construction methods - Building materials and systems Unit 5: Housing Finance - Sources of housing finance - Mortgage lending process - Housing affordability - Housing subsidies Unit 6: Housing Management - Property management - Tenant management - Maintenance and repairs - Rent collection and eviction Unit 7: Community Development - Principles of community development - Community needs assessment - Community planning and development - Community engagement and participation Assessment - Class participation: 10% - Midterm exam: 30% - Final exam: 40% - Group project: 20% Textbook and References - Required textbook: Housing Planning and Management, 4th Edition by James A. Johnson and John M. Levy - Recommended readings: - Housing Economics and Public Policy by Anthony Downs - The Politics of Housing in America by Chester Hartman - Housing and Urban Development by John Pucher and Alex Kremer