Geog 101 World Regional
Geography (4)
An Introduction to the world's major regions. Stresses the need
for students to become more geographically informed about the global
environment by focusing on factors which give distinctive character
to specific world regions. These factors are derived from the complex
interrelationships between the pattern of human activity and the
physical landscape within any given region. Adopts the National
Geography Standards (1994) as a basis for geographic understanding.
Geog 214 Principles
of Physical Geography (4)
An introduction to the components of the earth's environment and
atmosphere. Emphasis on the structure and dynamic nature of landform
features and processes and on structures of the earth's atmosphere,
including the study of meteorological principles and events and
global climate patterns.
Geog 216 GIS I: Digital
Mapping (4)
An introduction to theory and use of digital maps in Geographic
Information Science (GISc). Topics include map projections and
coordinate systems, vector and raster data models, vector data
input and editing, attribute data input and management, and map
output.
Geog 270 GIS II:
Spatial Analysis (4)
Extended exploration into theory and concepts of Geographic Information
Science (GISc), focusing on analytical operations. Topics include
vector data query, feature measurement, map overlay, feature buffering,
raster data analysis, terrain mapping, spatial interpolation, spatial
modeling, and network analysis. Prerequisite: Geog 216.
Geog 299 The Craft
of Geography (1)
An overview of the discipline of geography intended to define the
various components which make up this interdisciplinary academic
field. Students are introduced through lecture, readings, hands-on
experiments to the traditional and new techniques which spatial
analysis, used by geographers, incorporates into problem solving
in an increasingly complex world.
Geog 300 Remote Sensing
(4)
An introduction to remote sensing principles and applications in
various fields. Includes how the electromagnetic spectrum interacts
with the earth to create the visible world. Instruction in the interpretation
of aerial photographs and an introduction to active (RADAR) and
passive (EARTH OBSERVATION SATELLITE) sensor systems.
Geog 301W Independent
Study (4)
Directed reading and research on a selected topic in geography designed
to give preparation in special areas not fully covered in regular
course offerings. Prerequisites: Junior standing, permission of
instructor, geography major/minor status. May be repeated once.
Geog 305 Economic
Geography (4)
A geographic examination of the world's economy. Topics include
global patterns of production and distribution, economic development,
transportation, location analysis, and the globalization of the
world's economic systems.
Geog 360 Urban Geography
(4)
A geographic perspective of the past, present, and future of the
American city. Topics include the historic roots of cities, the
development of the U.S. urban system, transportation and the shaping
of cities; social, political, and economic dynamics of urban areas;
urban growth, decline, and revitalization; suburbanization; and
challenges facing cities in the 21st century. Also listed as
Pols 360.
Geog 362 The Geography
of London (4)
A field-based course on the geography of London, taught in Jan Term
only. Students will explore the city and its environs, investigating
topics such as economic development, urban design, urban revitalization,
and the intersection between globalization and urbanization. Prerequisites:
Intro-level social science (Geog 101, Pols 200, Soci 100) or permission
of the instructor.
Geog 371 Multimedia
Cartography (4)
Focus on statistical information design, particularly as related
to the display and representation of geographic data. Multimedia
output will involve both print and electronic formats, to include
experience developing interactive and animated map products. Prerequisites: Geog 216 and Geog 270.
Geog 391 United States
and Canada: A Regional Geography (4)
A course on the geography of the U.S. and Canada which includes
analysis of physical, cultural, economic, and political landscapes.
Stresses the importance of the two countries as a center of world
economic power. Also listed as Hist 391 and Pols 391.
Geog 392W Africa:
Land and People (4)
A regional course on the entire continent which focuses on the physical
structure, cultural patterns, population distribution, political
evolution, resource bases, and economic activities which give character
to the continent. Also listed as Pols 392W.
Geog 393 European
Land and Peoples (4)
An in-depth analysis of landforms, cultural, political, and economic
factors which shape the character of the region. Also listed
as Hist 393 and Pols 393.
Geog 395 Asia: Land and Peoples (4)
A regional analysis focusing on the cultural, environmental, historical,
and political patterns which characterize the region. Also listed
as Hist 395 and Pols 395.
Geog 405 GIS Project
Management (4)
Development of GIS projects with emphasis on organizational management
and software customization. Includes exploration of computer programming
and scripting languages for enhanced geoprocessing capabilities. Prerequisites:
Geog 216 and Geog 270.
Geog 451W Political
Geography (4)
Analysis of spatial elements of international affairs. Investigates
the development of states, boundary conflicts, and other geographic
elements such as population, resources, and international trade.
Also listed as Hist 451W and Pols 451W.
Geog 460 Geography
Internship (4)
Internships in governmental agencies, corporations, and industry
under supervision of the department. Can be repeated once, but only
one internship can be counted toward the major.
Geog 499 Senior Seminar
(4)
A specialized course intended to provide a synthesizing experience
for the major. The course will be required for certification for
graduation and will consist of an independent research project in
a subfield specialty that involves a research component, a writing
component, and a public, oral presentation of research results.
A minimum grade of C is required to pass this course