DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND ... 1.0. INTRODUCTION The department of Rural Development and Regional Planning is one among five academic departments at Institute of Rural Development

INSTITUTE OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING (IRDP), DODOMA

DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND

REGIONAL PLANNING

2010HANDBOOK

INSTITUTE OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING (IRDP), DODOMA

DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND

REGIONAL PLANNING

2010HANDBOOK

P. O. Box 138 DODOMA TanzaniaTel: + 255 26 2302147 - Direct + 255 26 2303190 – GeneralFax: + 255 262301341 or + 255 262301342E-mail: [email protected]: www.irdp.ac.tz

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Table of Contents

1.0. INTRODUCTION 22.0. FUNCTIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT 2

2.1. Main Functions 22.2. Long Term Training Courses 22.2.1. Certificate in Rural Development Planning (CRP) 22.2.2 Diploma in Development Planning (DDP) 42.2.3 Bachelor Degree In Regional Development Planning (BDR) 52.2.4 Postgraduate Diploma in Regional Planning (PGR) 72.2.5 Application Forms 82.3 Short Course Programmes 92.4 Research and Consultancy Services 92.5 Professional Competences of Graduates at the Department 102.5.1 Certificate in Rural Development Planning (CRP) 102.5.2 Diploma in Development Planning (DDP) 102.5.3 Bachelor Degree in Regional Development Planning (BDR) 102.5.4 Post Graduate in Diploma in Regional Planning (PGR) 11

3.0. TEACHING STAFF PROFILE 114.0 DEPARTMENTAL MODULE PANELS 16

4.1 List of Academic Staff by Panel 174.1.1 Development Planning Module Panel 174.1.2 Economic Module Panel 174.2 List of Modules by Panel 184.2.1 Development Planning Module Panel 184.2.1.1 Certificate In Rural Development Planning (CRP) 184.2.1.2 Diploma In Development Planning (DDP) 184.2.1.3 Bachelors Degree In Regional Development Planning (BDR) 184.2.1.4 Postgraduate Diploma In Regional Development Planning (PGR)184.2.2 Economics Module Panel 194.2.2.1 Certificate In Rural Development Planning 194.2.2.2 Diploma In Development Planning 194.2.2.3 Bachelors Degree In Regional Development Planning (BDR) 194.2.2.4 Postgraduate Diploma In Regional Development Planning (PGR)19

5.0 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND TEACHING METHODS 206.0 ADMINISTRATION PROFILE AT THE DEPARTMENT 22

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1.0. INTRODUCTIONThe department of Rural Development and Regional Planning is one among five academic departments at Institute of Rural Development Planning (IRDP), Dodoma. Other academic departments are Environmental Planning, Population Studies, Development Finance and Management Studies and Research and consultancy. From the inception of IRDP in 1980 to date, this department is the core and the largest performing different functions for attainment of the Institute’s vision and mission.

The vision of the Institute is to be a centre of excellence for both academic and practical work in rural development planning for poverty reduction and sustainable development. The mission statement of IRDP is to facilitate the process of rural development planning and management in Tanzania by providing top quality training, research and consultancy to different practitioners of development in the government sector, Non-Government Organizations, Community Based Organizations and the Private sector at all levels.

2.0. FUNCTIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT

2.1. Main Functions

Being an integral part of IRDP Dodoma, the department in conjunction with other departments performs the following functions:-

Conducts long and short term training courses in the principles, techniques and practical application in all aspects of development planning. It also provides advisory, consultancy and other services to the government, organizations, individuals at all levels in matters related to development planning. Other functions include collection, publishing and disseminating data and other information related to rural development.

2.2. Long Term Training CoursesThe department offers relevant courses which meet the demand of the current situation in areas of rural development and regional planning. The training programmes offered by the department are categorized into four major academic levels. These include; Certificate in Rural Development Planning (CRP), Diploma in Development Planning (DDP), Bachelor Degree in Regional Development Planning (BDR) and Postgraduate Diploma in Regional Planning (PGR). Our programmes are continuously updated to meet the need of recipients and labour market in Tanzania and outside the country. The detail explanation of each programme is offered below:-

2.2.1. Certificate in Rural Development Planning (CRP)

Objective: The general objective of this programme is to impart knowledge and skills to students on implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development activities particularly at lower levels.

Target Group: The programme is intended for in-service and pre–service officers in government departments, parastatals, private and Non Governmental Organizations,

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concerned with development planning and management.

Duration: One year, divided into three trimesters.

Entry Qualification: A good form IV pass with at least 5 passes in any subjects Or a good basic certificate from any recognized institution by the government Or at least one principal pass in form VI in any relevant subject.

Course Modules: The programme has 18 modules distributed in three trimesters as indicated below;

Trimester OneModule

Code Module Name Contact Hours

CRP 111 Basic Principles of Economics 96CRP 112 Basic Mathematics and Statistics 96CRP 113 Basic Elements of Rural Sociology 64CRP 114 Communication Skills 64CRP 115 Introduction to Local Government Finance Management 64CRP 116 Introduction to Development Planning 64CRP 117 Studio Work I 64

Trimester TwoModule


CRP 120 Basic Elements of Environment and Development 64CRP 121 Development Studies 64CRP 122 Introduction to Project Planning and Management 96CRP 123 Introduction to Rural Development 96CRP 124 Computer Application I 96CRP 125 Book Keeping 32CRP 126 Studio Work II 64

Trimester ThreeModule


CRP 130 Introduction to Enterprise Development and Entrepreneurship 96

CRP 131 Basic Elements of Rural Finance 64

CRP 132 Introduction to Development Management and Public Administration 64

CRP 133 Special Paper Writing Skills 64

CRP 134 Introduction to Gender and Development 64

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2.2.2 Diploma in Development Planning (DDP)

Objective: The general objective of this programme is to impart knowledge and skills to students on coordinating planning activities, designing and preparation of development plans, monitoring and evaluation of plan implementation at micro and meso levels.

Target Group: People, who coordinate, design, prepare, implement, monitor and evaluate development plans; and conduct researches from different sectors.

Duration: Two years, divided into four semesters

Entry Qualification: Form VI leavers with at least one principal (two points) passed in Mathematics, Economics, Geography, History and English

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Candidates possessing relevant certificate (second class) from any Institution recognized by the government or other recognized bodies of the country of study.

Course Modules: The programme has 24 modules as indicated below.

Semester One

Module Code Module Name Contact

Hours

DP 110 Principles of Development Planning 96

DP 111 Basic Principles of Micro Economics 64

DP 112 Introduction to Mathematics and Statistical Methods 64

DP 113 Communication Skills 64

DP 114 Computer Application I 32

DP 115 Introduction to Sociology 64

Semester TwoModule


DP 120 Development Studies I 32

DP 121 Introduction to Natural Resource Management 64

DP 122 Project Planning and Management 64

DP 123 Rural Finance Planning and Management 64

DP 124 Agricultural Development Planning 64

DPW 100 Studio Work I 64

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Semester ThreeModule


DP 125 Introduction to Social Science Research Methods 64

DP 210 Introduction to Macro Economics 64

DP 211 Computer Application II 32

DP 212 Introduction to Population and Development 64

DP 213 Introduction to Land Use Planning and Management 64

DP 214 Introduction to Development Administration and Management 96

DPW 200 Studio Work II 64

Semester FourModule


DP 220 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning 64DP 221 Administrative Skills 64DP 222 Development studies II 32DP 223 Environment and Development 64

DP 224 Introduction to Central and Local Government Accounting system 64

DPW 200 Project Paper Writing Skills 96

2.2.3 Bachelor Degree In Regional Development Planning (BDR)

Objective: The general objective of this programme is to impart students with knowledge and skills on regional planning. Specifically, the programme intends to equip students with skills of conducting researches on regional development issues; enable students to facilitate preparation of regional development plans; equip students with skills of coordination and implementation of regional development plans; enable students to monitor plan implementation and enable students to correlate practice with policy tenets pertaining to sustainable regional development and poverty reduction strategies.

Target Group: People concerned with or intend to involve in development planning, at micro, meso and macro levels.

Duration: Three years, divided into six semesters

Entry Qualification: Form VI leavers with at least two principals with 4.5 points

passed in Mathematics, Economics, Geography, History and English.

Or Candidates possessing ordinary Diploma (at least second upper class) from any

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higher learning institution recognized by the government or other recognized bodies of the country of study.

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Holders of higher Diploma from any higher learning Institution recognized by the government or other recognized bodies of the country of study.

Course module: The programme has 37 modules as indicated below.

Semester OneModule


RP 110 Regional Development Planning 64CS 110 Communication Skills 64DS 110 Development Studies I 64CA 110 Computer Application 64QM 110 Introduction to Mathematics and Statistics 96EC 110 Micro Economics 96PW 100 Studio Work I 64

Semester TwoModule


EC 210 Macro Economics 64EP 121 Environment and Development 64RP 122 Rural Sociology 64RP 123 Settlement Planning 64

EP 124 Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System 96

PW 100 Studio Work I 64

Semester ThreeModule


QM 210 Applied Statistics I 96DS 210 Development Studies II 64RP 210 National Development Planning 64RP 211 Transport Planning 64PW 200 Studio Work II 64

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Semester FourModule


DF 220 Financial Accounting 64DF 214 Financial Management and Development 64MG 220 Principles and Practice of Management 64RP 221 Social Development Planning 64DF 222 Entrepreneurship and Development 64PW 200 Studio Work II: Sectoral Planning 64

Elective CoursesEP 225 Environmental Impact Assessment 64DF 223 Rural Investment Planning 64

Semester FiveModule


QM 310 Applied Statistics II 96RM 310 Applied Social Science Research 64RP 310 Regional Planning Techniques 64RP 311 Urbanization and Development Planning 64RP 313 Industrial Development Planning 64EP 312 Natural Resouces and Land Use Planning 64

Semester SixModule


PD 321 Population and poverty Analysis 64RP 314 Principles of Law 64RP 325 Agricultural Development Planning 96RP 327 Development Policy Analysis 64RP 320 Project Planning and Management 96PD 320 Human Resource Planning and Management 64PW 300 Studio work III: Integrated Development Planning 64

2.2.4 Postgraduate Diploma in Regional Planning (PGR)

Objective: This programme is designed to equip multi-disciplinary functional officers and managers with advanced knowledge and skills in the supervisory, coordination, formulation, preparation and implementation of development plans which addresses local and national needs and priorities.

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Target Group: Functional Officers and Managers from different sectors.

Duration: One year, divided into two semesters.

Entry Qualification: Candidates with a first degree or its equivalent academic qualifications.

Course modules: The programme has 16 modules plus research work as shown below.

Semester OneModule

code Subject ContactHours

PGR 501 Regional Analysis 32PGR 502 Regional Development Planning 64PGR 503 Social Development Planning 64PGR 504 Agricultural Development Planning 64PGR 501 Quantitative Methods 32PGC 502 Macro Economics for Development 32PGC 503 Social Science Research Methodology 48PGC 508 Theory and Practice of Development 32PGC 506 Studio Work 60

Semester TwoModule

code Subject ContactHours

PGR 505 Industrial Development Planning 64

PGC 504 Development Administration and Public Policy Analysis 64

PGC 505 Physical Planning 64PGC 506 Project Planning and Management 64PGC 507 Integrated Development Planning 64

PGC 509 Management Information Systems and DataAnalysis for Development Planners 64

PGR 506 Studio Work 60PGC 512 Research Project 300

2.2.5 Application Forms

The application forms can be obtained from the Registrar’s office or can be down loaded from the IRDP website at www.irdp.at.tz. Completed application forms should be returned to:

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The RegistrarInstitute of Rural Development Planning P. O. Box 138Dodoma, Tanzania E-Mail: [email protected]

2.3 Short Course Programmes

The academic staff in the department in collaboration with staff from other departments conduct various short courses in areas of Development Planning, Management and Administration.

Target Group: Functional Officers, community, public leaders and individuals from government and Non Governmental Organizations.

Duration: One to six weeks

Short Courses offered: Short courses offered by the department include Strategic Planning and Management of Local Government Economies Establishment and Management of Income Generating Activities, Participatory Development Planning for Grassroots Leaders, Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), Entrepreneurship and Business Planning Skills, Rural Development Strategies and Infrastructure Planning, Development Planning at District level by using O and OD planning methodology, Urban Services Development Planning, Result Based Management, Participatory Project Planning and Impact Assessment and Rural Extension Planning and Management.

2.4 Research and Consultancy Services

The staff at department in collaboration with other departments of IRDP conduct various research projects on socio-economic issues in the country. Current priority areas include poverty reduction, participatory development planning, good governance and impact of HIV/AIDS on development.

In order to ensure top quality service to clients and all stakeholders, the department abides Research, Publication, Consultancy and Short Courses’ policy developed by Institute. The policy provides guide for smooth operationalization of major functions such as research, publication, consultancy and short course activities offered at IRDP in accordance to NACTE guidelines.

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2.5 Professional Competences of Graduates at the Department

2.5.1 Certificate in Rural Development Planning (CRP)

Competence Description and Abilities

The holder of this qualification is able to use skills and knowledge in assisting rural communities in formulation of plans, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development activities.

Specific Abilities

The holder of Certificate in Development Planning has the following capabilities:- (i) Assist rural communities in developing viable economic plans through participatory development planning methodology (O & OD), (ii) Assist people at grass root level in identifying development opportunities and obstacles and come up with interventions and (iv) Assist rural communities in implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects

2.5.2 Diploma in Development Planning (DDP)


The holder of this qualification is able to use skills and knowledge in conducting research, coordinate planning activities, formulation of development plans, monitoring and evaluation of projects and/or programmes

Specific Abilities

The holder of Diploma in Regional Planning has the following capabilities:- (i) Mobilizing and organizing communities to identify development opportunities and obstacles and suggest interventions, (ii) Prioritizing development activities and mobilizing local resources, (iii) Formulating viable rural economic plans through participatory development planning methodology (O & OD), (iv) Establishing and managing income generating projects for the purpose to reduce poverty, (v) Writing business plans for local and foreign funding and (vi) Participating in implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.

2.5.3 Bachelor Degree in Regional Development Planning (BDR)

Competence description and abilities

The holder of this qualification is able to apply knowledge, skills and understanding in a wide and unpredictable variety of development planning contexts with substantial personal responsibility, responsibility for the work of others and responsibility for the allocation of resources, policy formulation, planning execution and evaluation.

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Specific Abilities

The holder of Bachelor Degree in Regional Development Planning has the following capabilities:- (i) Organizing communities to embark on identifying their socio- economic development obstacles and opportunities to help solve development problems; (ii) Analyzing opportunities for development and come up with intervention proposals; (iii) Formulating viable economic plans through, participatory development planning methodology (O & OD), (iv) Supervising implementation of development projects/programmes and plans by designing action plans, (v) Writing project proposal for local and foreign funding, (vi) Develops budgets for LGA, departments and ministries and (vii) Developing monitoring and evaluation systems of projects/programmes

2.5.4 Post Graduate in Diploma in Regional Planning (PGR)


The holder of this qualification is able to display a masterly of a complex and specialized area of knowledge and skills; can conduct research or an advanced or professional activity independently and is able to work autonomously and in complex and unpredictable situations.

Specific Abilities

The holder of Postgraduate Diploma in Regional Planning has the following capabilities:- (i) Administering and managing different operations and decisions for achieving the set objectives in a more and efficient way, (ii) Conducting research for social and economic development, (iii) Undertaking infrastructure development planning at various spatial and administrative levels, (iv) Preparing integrated Development Planning (Local and Regional Development Plans), (v) Writing project proposals for funding, coordinating and managing community development programmes and projects, (vi) Formulating viable plans through participatory development planning (O & OD) methodology, (vii) Supervising implementation of development projects/programmes by designing action plans and (viii) Coordinating implementation and evaluation of planned activities for development in a district, region, ministry or department.

3.0. TEACHING STAFF PROFILE

The department has adequate and qualified members of staff capable of providing service to their clients in a required standard. The number and qualification of academic staff is shown in Table 1:

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Table 1: Status of academic staff between 2005/06 and 2009/2010

Designation2006/07 2007/08 2008/09 2009/10M F Total M F Total M F Total M F Total

Senior lecturers 2 - 2 2 - 2 2 - 2 2 - 2

Lecturers 7 - 7 11 - 11 5 - 5 8 1 9

Assistant lecturers 9 2 11 13 2 15 7 1 8 5 2 7

Tutorial assistants 4 3 7 3 3 6 1 1 2 2 2 4

Principal Tutors 1 - 1 1 - 1Total teaching staff 22 5 27 29 5 34 16 2 18 18 5 23

Non-teaching staff 1 2 3 1 2 3 3 2 5 4 1 5

Total staff 23 7 30 30 7 37 19 4 23 22 6 28

Currently, the department has 4 lecturers with PhD qualification (equivalent to 17.4%), 14 lecturers with Master’s degree (equivalent to 60.9%), and 5 lecturers with Postgraduate Diploma or Bachelor degree qualification (equivalent to 21.7%). In addition, 4 lecturers are enrolled in PhD programme in local and foreign universities; and one member of academic staff is pursuing Master Degree Programme. The detail information pertaining to academic staff qualifications and specializations is indicated in Table 2.

Table 2: Qualification of Academic Staff

Name Title Academic Qualification Specialization

Dr. B. D. Sebyiga Senior Lecturer

PhD (OUT)

M. A. Agric and Rural Development (ISS, The Hague), ADEP (IDM) Cert. in Development Planning (Yaunde): Dip. In Management of income generating activities (Turin, Italy)

Agricultural Planning

Environment Economics

Economics

Mr. G. M. Isote Lecturer M.A (Geography) (UDSM), B. A (Ed).

Hons, (UDSM).

Dip. Ed. (Kleruu)

Rural Industrial Develop-ment Planning

Development Planning

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Mr. J. S. Kidunda Lecturer MSc. Agricultural Economics, (Univer-sity of London), B.Sc Farm Manage-ment (University of California) U.S.A

Diploma in Agriculture (MATI) Mwanza, Tanzania

Agricultural Development Planning

Project Planning and Management

Dr. F. G. H. Hawassi

Senior

Lecturer

PhD Agricultural Economics (SUA)

M. Sc. Agric. Econ. (SUA), B.SC.

Agric. (SUA). Dip. Ed (Monduli)

Agric. Economics

Research Methodology

Marketing

Project Planning and Management

Ms. S. Mamboya* Lecturer MSc. Dev. Policy (MU),

PG. Planning, Advanced Diploma Environmental Planning (IRDP),

Diploma (Ed) (Mkwawa)

Development Finance

Development Policy Analysis

Mr. P. Dimoso* Lecturer MSc. Development Policy (Mzumbe University), ADBA (Marketing)

Development Analysis

Marketing

Gender & Development

Project Planning

Management

Business Administration


Credit Management

Mr. T. Mwageni Asst. Lecturer

Msc. Urban Planning & Management (ARU)

PG. Regional Planning (IRDP)

Adv. Dip Regional Planning (IRDP)

Integrated Rural Development Planning

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Mr. A. Sarwatt Asst. Lecturer

MSc. Development Policy (MU),

PG. Dip Poverty Analysis (ISS/ESRF/REPOA)

PG. Dip. In Regional Planning (IRDP)

Adv. Dip. Regional Planning (IRDP)

Regional Planning


Development Policy Analysis

Project Planning and Man-agementResearch Methodology

Mr. G. Kinyashi Lecturer MSc. Urban and Regional Plan-ning and Management (Dortmund University-German in Collaboration with Ardhi University)

PG.Dip. EPM (IRDP)

Adv. Dip. Comm. Dev. (Tengeru)

Urban Development Plan-ning

Regional Development Planning

Ms. A. Lawuo Asst. Lecturer

M.A. Comm. Dev. Planning (La trobe)

PG. Dip. Regional Planning (IRDP);

Adv. Dip in Regional Planning (IRDP; ATEC II, (DSA)

Industrial Development Planning

Dr. M. M. Msaki Lecturer PhD (Food Security) University of Kwa Zulu Natal

M. A. Rural

Development (SUA);

BSc. Agriculture (General ) (SUA)

Integrated Rural


Mr. D. Buberwa* Asst. Lecturer

M. A. Policy Studies; (University of Zimbabwe); B. A. Sociology (UDSM)

Sociology

Project Planning and

Development Studies

Policy Analysis


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Mr. E. Nyankweli* Lecturer M. A. Rural Development (SUA); BSc. Agric. (SUA)

Project Planning and Man-agement

Development Studies

Agricultural Development Planning

Entrepreneurship Development

Strategic Planning


Dr. H. W. Mwatawala

Lecturer PhD Genetics, M. Sc. Agric (SUA) and BSc. Agric (SUA)

Agricultural Development

Mr. A. Mfuru Lecturer MSc. Agricultural Economics WYE College (London)

B. A. (Hons) Economics (UDSM)

Economics

Rural Industrial Planning

Mr. J. Haule Principle Tutor

PG. Diploma in Development Plan-ning

Techniques (ISS - The Netherlands),

B. A Econ (Hons) UDSM).

Industry Development Planning

Economics


Project

Planning and Management

Entrepreneurship Development

Mr. F. Ngalawa Asst. Lecturer

Msc. Information Technology and Management (Avinashilingam University)Adv. Dip. Info Tech (IAA)

Server AdministrationLAN, Website Designing

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Mr. S. Timothy Asst. Lecturer

Msc Agric. Econ.(SUA)Bsc Agric.Educ.and Extension (SUA)

Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness DevelopmentMicro and Macro Economic AnalysisProduction Economics

Ms. N. M. Minga Asst. Lecturer

Msc Agricultural Economics (SUA)Bsc Agriculture (SUA)Dip. Food Production and Nutrition (Uyole)

Agricultural EconomicsPlanning and Management

Ms. I. O. Gillo Tutorial Ass.

Bachelor Degree: Regional Development Planning (IRDP)Dip. Education (Mpwapwa)

Settlement Planning

Ms. F. Mberege Tutorial Ass.

B. A Education (Economics and History, Mkwawa)

Economics

Mr. Y. Mgale Tutorial Ass.

Bsc Agriculture Economics (SUA) Agricultural Economics

4.0 DEPARTMENTAL MODULE PANELS

The department has two modules’ panels, namely, (i) Development Planning Modules’ Panel, and (ii) Economics Modules’ panel. The module panels perform the following functions:- (i) identifying needs/requirements in respect of reading materials and resource persons for smooth running of the modules offered by the panel, (ii) facilitating the process of developing training manuals for all modules within the panel, (iii) facilitating the process of curricula review and development particularly the modules offered at the panel, (iv) ensuring availability of lecturers for all modules within the panel, (v) facilitating dissemination of relevant information about the panel modules and (vi) advising the Head of the Department and reporting various issues related to the panel. The responsible academic staff and modules for each panel are indicated below:-

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4.1 List of Academic Staff by Panel

4.1.1 Development Planning Module Panel

Name PositionMr. G. Isote Chairperson Dr. M. Msaki MemberMs. S. Mamboya MemberMr. P. Dimoso MemberMr. G. Kinyashi MemberMr. D. Buberwa MemberMs A. Lawuo MemberMr. A. Sarwatt MemberMr. E. Nyankweli MemberMr. L. Gubuzo MemberMr. F. Ngalawa MemberMs I. O. Gillo MemberMr. T. Mwageni Secretary

4.1.2 Economic Module Panel

Name PositionMr. A. W. E. Mfuru Chairperson Dr. B. D. Sebyiga MemberDr. F. G. H. Hawassi MemberMr. J. Kidunda MemberMr. J. Haule MemberMr. D. Mpeta MemberMr. T. R. K. Mdendemi MemberDr. H. Mwatawala MemberMs. I. Reginard MemberMs. N. M. Minga MemberMs. F. Mberege MemberMr. Y. Mgale MemberMr. S. Timothy Secretary

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4.2 List of Modules by Panel

4.2.1 Development Planning Module Panel

4.2.1.1 Certificate In Rural Development Planning (CRP)

Module Code NameCRP 113 Basic Elements of Rural Sociology CRP 116 Introduction to Development Planning CRP 124 Computer Applications ICRP 123 Introduction to Rural Development

4.2.1.2 Diploma In Development Planning (DDP)

Module Code NameDP 110 Principles of Development PlanningDP 114 Computer Application IDP 220 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning

4.2.1.3 Bachelors Degree In Regional Development Planning (BDR)

Module Code NameRP 110 Regional Development PlanningRP 122 Rural SociologyRP 123 Settlement PlanningCA 110 Computer ApplicationRP 210 National Development PlanningRP 211 Transport PlanningRP 221 Social Development PlanningRP 310 Regional Planning TechniquesRP 310 Urbanization and DevelopmentRP 314 Principles of LawsRP 327 Development Policy AnalysisDF 323 Transformation in Tanzania Economy

4.2.1.4 Postgraduate Diploma In Regional Development Planning (PGR)

Module Code NamePGR 501 Regional AnalysisPGR 502 Regional Development PlanningPGR 503 Social Development Planning

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4.2.2 Economics Module Panel

4.2.2.1 Certificate In Rural Development Planning

Module Code NameCRP 111 Basic Principles of Economics CRP 122 Introduction to Project Planning and Management

CRP 130 Introduction to Enterprises Development and Entrepreneur-ship

4.2.2.2 Diploma In Development Planning

Module Code NameDP 111 Basic Principles of Micro-economicsDP 115 Introduction to SociologyDP 122 Project Planning and ManagementDP 124 Agricultural development PlanningDP 210 Introduction to Macro-economicsDP 220 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning

4.2.2.3 Bachelors Degree In Regional Development Planning (BDR)Module Code Name

EC 120 Micro-economicsEC 210 Macro-economicsRP 221 Social Development PlanningRP 313 Industrial Development PlanningRP 325 Agricultural Development PlanningRP 320 Project Planning and ManagementDF 222 Entrepreneurship DevelopmentDF 224 Institutional EconomicsDF 312 International EconomicsDF 324 Transport Economics and InvestmentDF 325 Labour EconomicsDF 124 Introduction to Econometrics

4.2.2.4 Postgraduate Diploma In Regional Development Planning (PGR)

Module Code NamePGR 504 Agricultural Development PlanningPGC 502 Macro-economics for developmentPGR 505 Industrial Development PlanningPGC 506 Project Planning and Management

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5.0 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND TEACHING METHODSCurrently IRDP has adequate number of classrooms and lecture theaters equipped with modern desks and chairs for each individual student to work on without disturbing his/her fellow/colleague. Apart from that, the class rooms are designed in such a way that, they can be quite easily and conveniently converted into seminar rooms. Also the Institute is well equipped with leaning facilities like books, journals and computers (See plate 1a and 1b)

Plate 1a: Learning Materials

Plate 1b: Students in Computers Room

Plate 1a and 1b: Information and learning resources and facilities available at the Institute

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Irrespective of learning environment, for quite a long time now the lecturers of IRDP employ several teaching methods in conducting training sessions, these methods are basically aimed at assisting students to learn more effectively. Often lectures are supplemented with other training methods such as small and plenary group discussions, case studies, role play, simulations, demonstrations and field trips as can be seen in Plate 2a and Plate 2b.

Plate 2a

Plate 2b

Plate 2a and 2b: First Year Diploma Students doing their field work at Makang’wa ward, Dodoma in 2010

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Mostly students are trained to be part of the learning process by effectively participating in doing all vital activities in the field and thereafter presenting field reports to stakeholders and lecturers (see Plate 3a and Plate 3b).

Plate 3a Plate 3b

Plate 3a and 3b: First Year Diploma Students presenting field work report in 2010

6.0 ADMINISTRATION PROFILE AT THE DEPARTMENT

Head of Department:Dr. F.G.H. HawassiPersonal Secretary:J. A. KihiyoDepartmental Admission and Examination Officer (DAEO):Mr. K. S. DedeDepartmental Admissions and Examinations Coordinator (DAEC):Mr. T. Mwageni

Course Coordinators:Certificate Course in Rural Development Planning (CRP) Mr. A. SarwattDiploma Course in Development Planning (DDP)Mr. J. HauleBachelor Degree in Regional Development Planning (BDR) * First Year - Ms. A. Lawuo* Second Year - Mr. P. Dimoso* Third Year - Mr. A. W. E. Mfuru

Postgraduate Diploma in Regional Planning (PGR)Dr. Y.O. Mnguu

For further Information about the Department Contact:-Head of Department

Institute of Rural Development PlanningP. O. Box 138,

Dodoma, Tanzania.E-Mail: [email protected] or [email protected]

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DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND ... 1.0. INTRODUCTION The department of Rural Development and Regional Planning is one among five academic departments at Institute of Rural Development