Geography course descriptions

This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts, technology, and methodology used in the study of geography. Using lecture, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), GIS, field work, and multi-media, students learn to think spatially about their surroundings.

Geog-102 World Regional Geography (3)

This course is designed to provide a broad overview of the major regions of the world with emphasis on the increasing interconnectedness of people and places due to the influence of globalization on world trade, travel, communication, culture, and the natural environment.

Geog-281 Physical Geography and Geology (4)

Lecture 3, Lab. 2 - Introduction to the climactic and physical processes shaping the Earth’s crust and the interrelationship between humans and the natural environment. Students will learn through the interpretation of maps and remotely sensed imagery, laboratory activities, and a multi-day field trip. Same as ESci-281 and Sci-281.Course Fee.

Geog-311 Geography of North America (3)

A systematic analysis of major themes of North American geography with emphasis on problems such as energy and environment. Includes regional analyses of the United States and Canada that carefully examines their physical background and cultural trends. Prerequisite: Geog-101 or 102, or permission of instructor.

Geog-315 Environmental Science (3)

This course provides a broad introduction to the field of environmental science. Topics include global warming, energy issues, food and agriculture, biofuels, pollution, wildlife management and conservation, human population, and natural systems. Same as ESci-315 and Sci-315.

Geog-320 Natural Resource Management and Conservation in the National Parks (3)

Course provides students with a practical, field-based experience with contemporary resource management and conservation issues in units of the National Park Service. Topics include historical development of individual parks and the entire NPS, visitor impacts, park planning, resource policy, exotic plant and animal species, wildlife management, in-park transportation concerns, public safety, and wilderness management. Students will visit and camp in selected national parks. Same as ESci-320.

Geog-331 Geography of Europe (3)

This course provides a detailed examination of the historic and contemporary geography of Europe. Special focus is placed upon contemporary issues relating to the formation and governance of the European Union, immigration, world trade, geopolitics, environmentalism, and foreign relations.

Geog-341 Geography of Asia (3)

This course provides a contemporary examination of the geography of Eastern and Southern Asia. Through the use of current events, readings, and multi-media, students examine the rising influence of this region on world trade, commerce, globalization, foreign relations, geopolitics, and the natural environment.

Geog-345 Geography and Archaeology of the Holy Land (3)

Provides an introduction to the archaeology of Syria-Palestine, the interaction between human occupation and geography, and the importance of archaeological research in understanding the Bible through detailed study of primary and secondary sources.

Geog-361 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (3)

Lec. 1, Lab 2. This course provides in introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology through the use of ESRIs ArcGIS software. Students gain a working knowledge of GIS software and how it is used in various disciplines via laboratory exercises, lecture, guest speakers, and a class project. Same as ESci-361.

Geog-371 Economic Geography (3)

Spatial characteristics of people and their economic activities. Both historical-inductive and theoretical-deductive explanations are given for spatial location of primary, secondary and tertiary activities. Recommended: prior economics or geography.

Geog-381 Meteorology and Oceanography (3)

An introduction to the properties and processes of the atmosphere and the world ocean. In addition, emphasis will be placed on the application of recent scientific advances in these related fields and how they affect the world we live in. Same as Sci-381.

Geog-385 Field Techniques and Geodata Collection (3)

Course provides students with the opportunity to conduct original field research in geography. Students will use a variety of methods, including surveys, GPS units, GIS, digital photography, interviews, Internet mapping websites, and archival research to complete a series of field projects. Same as Sci-385.

Geog-391 Urban Geography (3)

The spatial evaluation of cities; including the history, site and situation, external relations, internal characteristics, the rise of urban centers, comparative aspects of cities, their present development and urban problems are examined. Prerequisite: Geog-101 or 102, or permission of instructor.

Geog-461 Advanced Geographic Information Systems (3)

See ESci-461.