Graduate Certificate in Urban Analytics
The Graduate Certificate in Urban Analytics requires the completion of 15 credits. Students follow one of two curriculum options based on their prior academic background.
Option A is for students who have a background in Urban and Regional Planning and related programs.
Option B is for students with a background in computer and information science, electronic and computer engineering, or related fields.
Program Requirements at a Glance
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| Option | Total Credits | Requirement Structure |
|---|---|---|
| Option A | 15 | 9 credits of required core courses + 3 credits of Urban and Regional Planning Theory and Methods + 3 credits of Data and Computer Science courses. |
| Option B | 15 | 6 credits of required core courses + 9 credits of Urban and Regional Planning Theory and Methods. |
Option A
For students with a background in Urban and Regional Planning and related programs.
15 credits total
Option B
For students with a background in computer and information science, electronic and computer engineering, or related fields.
15 credits total
Option A Requirements
Option A is designed for students with a background in Urban and Regional Planning and related programs.
Required Core Courses – 9 Credits
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| Course | Title | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| URP 6295 | Urban Data Structures Basics (new course) | 3 credits, required |
| URP 6223 | Introduction to Urban Analytics Alternative: URP 6931 – Artificial Intelligence in the Built Environment | 3 credits, required |
| URP 6224 | Intermediate Urban Analytics | 3 credits, required |
Urban and Regional Planning Theory and Methods – 3 Credits Required
Select courses from the following list to satisfy the 3-credit requirement.
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| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| URP 6270 | Introduction to Planning Information Systems |
| URP 6271 | Automation for Geospatial Modeling and Analysis |
| URP 6272 | Urban Spatial Analysis |
| URP 6275 | Intermediate Planning Information Systems |
| URP 6821 | Transportation and Land Use Modeling |
| GEO 6166 | Advanced Quantitative Methods for Spatial Analysis |
| URP 6931 | Topical Seminars |
Data and Computer Science Courses – 3 Credits Required
Select courses from the following list to satisfy the 3-credit requirement.
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| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| ARC 6922 | Machine Learning for Architects |
| COT 5615 | Mathematics for Intelligent Systems |
| CAP 6610 | Machine Learning |
| CAP 6615 | Neural Network |
| EEE 6512 | Image Processing and Computer Vision |
| EEL 5840 | Fundamentals of Machine Learning |
| EEL 6814 | Neural Networks and Deep Learning |
| EEL 6825 | Pattern Recognition and Intelligent Systems |
Option B Requirements
Option B is designed for students with a background in computer and information science, electronic and computer engineering, or related fields.
Required Core Courses – 6 Credits
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| Course | Title | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| URP 6224 | Intermediate Urban Analytics | 3 credits, required |
| URP 6007 | Survey in Urban and Regional Planning | 3 credits, required |
Urban and Regional Planning Theory and Methods – 9 Credits Required
Select courses from the following list to satisfy the 9-credit requirement.
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| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| URP 6270 | Introduction to Planning Information Systems |
| URP 6271 | Automation for Geospatial Modeling and Analysis |
| URP 6272 | Urban Spatial Analysis |
| URP 6275 | Intermediate Planning Information Systems |
| URP 6821 | Transportation and Land Use Modeling |
| URP 6931 | Topical Seminars |
Completion Timeframe
The allowed timeframe for completion of this certificate is 3 years from initial enrollment in the graduate certificate program.