This document provides an introduction to town planning and outlines several related professions that contribute to the town planning process. It discusses the definition and goals of town planning, including beauty, health, safety, and civic order. The document also explains the roles of various professionals in town planning, such as architects, economists, geographers, environmentalists, civil engineers, and sociologists. Architects assist with building design and aesthetics. Economists evaluate costs and feasibility. Geographers provide spatial analysis and land use information. Environmentalists advise on sustainability and impact assessments. Civil engineers design infrastructure systems. And sociologists consider human and cultural factors.