An introduction to the Earth's physical environment, especially as it relates to the distribution of resources for human beings and their activities, including a study of processes occurring within the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere and the landforms they produce. Same as Geology 1003.
This introductory course describes the nature of geographic study; illustrates world regional environmental and cultural conditions; introduces basic map reading; and examines the basic concepts of the disipline.
A regional geography of the United States and Canada. Emphasis is given to the identification and interpertation of significant urban and regional characteristics as they relate to the physical and cultural environment.
A study of the cultural traits such as languages, social customs, and
cultural tranformation of the natural landscape as a basis for understanding
demographic and economic development and problems.
A systematic and regional analysis of political units, including regions and cities, and evaluation of geographic phenomena in the internal structure and external relations of the world's countries. Attention is given to the problem areas of the world. Same as Political Science 3193.
A study of special topics in geography requiring in-depth research into a selected topic, determined by the student within an area approved by the instructor.