GEOG 101 World Geography (Cr3)(3:0)
An introduction to the location, distribution, and spatial organization of selected elements of culture, politics, economics, and environment that have relevance to major contemporary problems in various regions of the world. Also available through Distance Learning.
GEOG 121 Introduction to Environmental Problems (Cr3)(3:0)
Human/environment interactions through history; basics of ecology with application to human ecology; causes and consequences of population growth, resource depletion, and pollution; relationships between these problems and possible solutions to them. Also available through Distance Learning.
GEOG 130 Geographic Information Systems (Cr2)(1:2)
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) disciplines using Arc View software by ESRI; composition of a GIS, how to perform spatial analysis, manipulate data, develop presentations; emphasis on a project applicable to students’ professional or personal interests; use of computers in the lab to work on project of student’s choice.
GEOG 150 Astronomy (Cr4)(3:2)
The physical laws that govern the universe; hands-on experience in exploring the heavens and discovering the methods; by which astronomical information is gathered; awareness of the true nature of science and its relationship to society by linking physical principles to everyday observations. Also available through Distance Learning.
GEOG 151 Geography of the United States and Canada (Cr3)(3:0)
A study of the U.S. and Canada on a topical and regional basis, physical, economic, and cultural factors in the U.S. and Canada and geographical attributes of each region.
GEOG 210 Meteorology (Cr4)(3:2)
The physical processes and properties of the atmosphere, elements of weather analysis and forecasting, and effects of the atmosphere on people and their activities; laboratory includes weather instruments and observations, weather map construction and analysis, and experiments.
GEOG 221 Contemporary Middle East (Cr3)(3:0)
Survey of the natural environments and human societies from the Atlantic coast of North Africa to the Afghanistan-Pakistan frontier with particular focus placed on the Middle East region that lies at the center of this geographic realm. Also includes an interdisciplinary seminar on the conditions and conflicts of the contemporary Middle East and their connections to and implications for the United States and the Western World. Prereq. - GEOG 101 or permission of instructor. Approved for the Honors Program.
GEOG 291 Special Studies in Geography (Cr1)
See statement of Special Studies. Offered on demand.
GEOG 292 Special Studies in Geography (Cr2)
See statement of Special Studies. Offered on demand.
GEOG 293 Special Studies in Geography (Cr3)
See statement of Special Studies. Offered on demand.
