The primary purpose of Practicum is to provide the student with a practical, hands-on learning experience, which is designed to help the student develop course competencies and confidence in implementing skills within an actual instructional setting.The practicum experience is supervised by a Practicum Site Mentor and a Technical College Instructor.  The Technical College Instructor provides scheduled on-site observations and written evaluations to the student, and written evaluations are provided by the Mentor.  If a student is planning to transfer to a 4-year institution, it is recommended that the Practicums be completed in a special education classroom or working with a student with special needs.

This subject explores the techniques, processes, and personal and professional skills required to effectively manage growth and land use change. While primarily focused on the planning practice in the United States, the principles and techniques reviewed and presented may have international application. This course is not for bystanders; it is designed for those who wish to become actively involved or exposed to the planning discipline and profession as it is practiced today, and as it may need to be practiced in the future.