The purpose of the AP course in Human Geography is to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth's surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice.

A comprehensive view of geography; stresses major geographic regions as to their location, form, size, climate, soils, natural vegetation, animal life, human activities, agriculture, manufacturing, and trade. PR: ENGL 102.