Interested in making transportation safer, smarter, and more sustainable? CIEG 467/667 Seminar: Active Transportation explores the challenges and opportunities in planning walkable and bikeable communities in the U.S. and beyond.
Course Details:
- Instructor: Paul Moser
- Dates: June 9 – August 14, 2025 (10-week session)
- Days/Times: TR, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Credits: 3
Course Overview:
This course examines why the U.S. has become one of the most dangerous places in the developed world for walking and bicycling, and how better policy, design, and infrastructure can change that. You’ll explore:
- The history of American land-use and transportation systems
- Current planning practices and policies
- Design strategies for walkable and bikeable communities
- U.S. and international approaches to active transportation
Expect hands-on learning, real-world case studies, and the skills to become an informed planner, advocate, or policy-maker in the transportation space. Perfect for students in civil engineering, public policy, urban planning, environmental studies, and anyone interested in sustainable cities and transportation.
