Geography Courses Descriptions
Physical Geography
GEOG-G 109 Weather and Climate (3 cr)
Introduction to atmospheric processes responsible for weather. Elements of climatology and their variation in time and space. Weather forecasting, weather modification, and severe weather.
Non-physical Geography
GEOG-G 110 Introduction to Human Geography (3 cr)
Introduction to geographic perspectives and principles through a consideration of six themes-environmental perception, diffusion, regionalization, spatial distribution, spatial interaction of populations, and location theory. Themes are illustrated using examples such as pollution, population problems, and urbanization. Offered every fall, spring and summer II semesters.
GEOG-G 306 Geography of Current Issues (3 cr)
An examination of current problems from a geographical perspective. The specific topics to be considered will vary from semester to semester, but may include American poverty, rural poverty, black America, the urban ghetto, non-western urbanization, crime, and environmental quality. Offered fall semesters.
GEOG-G 317 Geography of Developing Countries (3 cr)
Analysis of spatial processes in the Third World with emphasis on the processes of migration, urbanization, and resource development. Examination of alternative theories of the development process. Offered summer II.
GEOG-G 326 Geography of North America (3 cr)
A look at the physical, cultural, economic, and political aspects of Canada, the United States, and Mexico from a geographical perspective. Attention will be given to spatial interactions among these three geographical regions, as well as some topical issues such as environmental concerns and demographic changes. Offered spring semesters.
