1. Transportation Focus: Movement of people and goods within urban environments
- Core Topics: Bus rapid transit, light rail systems, bike infrastructure, pedestrian planning, traffic flow optimization, multimodal integration
- Key Skills: Network analysis, ridership projections, infrastructure costing, equity considerations
- Example Scenarios: Designing new bus routes, analyzing subway expansion proposals, evaluating bike lane placement
2. Zoning & Land Use Focus: Regulation and organization of urban space
- Core Topics: Residential/commercial/industrial zoning, mixed-use development, density regulations, historic preservation, environmental protection zones
- Key Skills: Spatial analysis, regulatory interpretation, stakeholder balance, long-term planning
- Example Scenarios: Rezoning proposals, gentrification mitigation, suburban infill development
3. Housing & Community Development Focus: Creating inclusive, affordable communities and neighborhoods
- Core Topics: Affordable housing strategies, community-based development, neighborhood revitalization, social infrastructure, housing finance mechanisms
- Key Skills: Housing market analysis, community engagement, financing structures, demographic analysis, equity planning
- Example Scenarios: Workforce housing programs, community facilities design, tenant protection policies
4. Urban Policy Focus: Laws, regulations, and decision-making processes
- Core Topics: Housing policy, economic development incentives, environmental regulations, public participation, intergovernmental coordination
- Key Skills: Policy analysis, stakeholder mapping, implementation planning, outcome measurement
- Example Scenarios: Affordable housing mandates, tax increment financing, climate action plans
5. Sustainable Cities Focus: Future-oriented urban solutions and emerging technologies
- Core Topics: Smart city technologies, renewable energy integration, circular economy principles, climate adaptation, social equity, emerging mobility solutions
- Key Skills: Systems thinking, technology evaluation, sustainability assessment, change management
- Example Scenarios: Smart parking systems, urban agriculture programs, electric vehicle infrastructure
Question Distribution
- Multiple Choice: 2 questions per category (10 total)
- Short Answer: 1 question each from 4 categories (4 total)
- Final Challenge: A scenario that involves multiple categories
