This document outlines the course objectives and content for a housing course. It aims to create awareness about the importance of housing in the Indian context and impart knowledge for designing housing projects. The course covers topics such as the transition from traditional to contemporary housing patterns in India, housing for the urban poor, national housing policies, and design concepts for affordable housing. It emphasizes that housing is essential for ensuring safety, security, and dignity, and that access to adequate housing is critical for access to employment, education, health services, and social stability. The document notes that billions globally need access to adequate housing and millions live in inadequate conditions or are homeless.