GEOG 122 - Geography of Hawai'i

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Windward Community College

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Catalog Description This course is designed to acquaint the student with basic geographic principles and aid in understanding and appreciating the Hawaiian environment. Fundamental concepts of physical and cultural geography are presented with emphasis on Hawai'i volcanic land forms, coastal features, climate, and vegetation. Geographic aspects of population, settlement, agriculture economics, and land use are also investigated. (3 hrs. lect.) Student Learning Outcomes Describe the physical, biological and cultural elements and processes responsible for Hawai'i's current environment applying theories and concepts of geography.Compare and contrast the Hawaiian environment with that of a middle latitude region, such as the US mainland, Europe and East Asia. Evaluate the Hawaiian environment in terms of how the student would survive on a pre-human Hawaiian island. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DS Academic Subject Certificate in Hawaiian Studies Resources Hawaiian Geography Geography Current Syllabus Fall 2008 - taught by Toshi Ikagawa Past Syllabi None

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

windward.hawaii.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 235-7400

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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