Geography (GEOG)
GEOG 1110G Physical Geography 4 Credits (4)
This course introduces the physical elements of world geography through the study of climate and weather, vegetation, soils, plate tectonics, and the various types of landforms as well as the environmental cycles and the distributions of these components and their significance to humans. (3+3P)
GEOG 1120G World Regional Geography 3 Credits (3)
Overview of the physical geography, natural resources, cultural landscapes, and current problems of the worlds major regions. Students will also examine current events at a variety of geographic scales.
GEOG 1130G Human Geography 3 Credits (3)
This course serves as an introduction to the study of human geography. Human geography examines the dynamic and often complex relationships that exist between people as members of particular cultural groups and the geographical spaces and places in which they exist over time and in the world today.
GEOG 2130 Map Use and Analysis 3 Credits (3)
Exploration of the cartographic medium. Development of critical map analysis and interpretation skills, and map literacy. Comprised of traditional lecture, labs, and map use projects. (2+3P)
Learning Outcomes
- Accurately measure bearings and distances on maps.
- Read and interpret terrain and landform representation.
- Utilize a magnetic compass for basic land navigation and basic map making.
- Utilize a GPS instrument for basic land navigation.
- Recognize and describe basic physical and cultural spatial patterns portrayed on maps.
- Analyze and interpret the significance of spatial patterns portrayed on maps.
- Perform elementary spatial statistical analysis on geographic data.
- Appreciate and utilize the significance of place names and cultural patterns.
- Critically examine maps for evidence of information misuse or propagandist motives. 1
- Recognize and utilize appropriate map categories, symbols, projections, and coordinate systems to effectively and accurately portray, read, analyze, and interpret geographic data.
GEOG 2996 Topics in Geography 1-3 Credits
Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Repeatable: for a maximum of 12 credits.