The use of consumer research and theory in marketing and policy decisions. Psychological, sociological and economic theory and research relevant to consumer behaviour are considered.
The application of urban analysis methods and models to the design of municipal and transportation engineering systems. Credit will be granted for only one of CIVL 441, CIVL 583 or PLAN 535.
Physical processes that affect the behaviour of lakes, including reservoirs, water filled mine pits, mine tailings ponds and other standing water bodies. Impacts of these processes on water quality, and methods used in the rehabilitation of lakes.
Transportation systems planning and analysis: data needs; surveys and analysis; sampling techniques; trip generation; trip distribution; modal choice; trip assignment; traffic impact studies; system evaluation. Credit will be granted for only one of CIVL 441, CIVL 583 or PLAN 535.
Building information modelling (BIM), 4D/5D modelling, design coordination, BIM execution and performance assessment, and integrated project delivery methods. Credit will be granted for only one of CIVL 426 or CIVL 526.
Application of hydraulic engineering principles to problems of environmental concern. Pollutant transport and dispersion. Mixing in rivers and lakes. Theory of jets and plumes. Design of outfall diffusers.