Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course explores the core methodologies essential for rigorous research in the built environment. It offers a comprehensive exploration of both qualitative and quantitative approaches, equipping students with the tools and knowledge to navigate, critique, and implement research projects effectively. Understand the strengths, challenges, and contexts in which each method thrives, from ethnographic studies and case analyses to statistical modeling and GIS techniques. Through hands-on projects, case studies, and collaborative discussions, students will be poised to design holistic research endeavors that inform, influence, and innovate in the realm of urban planning, architecture, and other design professions. 