GEOG 1480 - Geography of the United States and Canada

Institution:

Alexandria Technical & Community College

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Description:

This course meets Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) goal areas 5 and 7. In this course, the student learns about the human and physical geography of the United States and Canada. Students gain understanding of how a geographic perspective helps to make sense of the continent's varied landscapes. Geology, vegetation, and climate are examined to gain an appreciation of how they shape the character of North America's physical regions. Additional study focuses on the cultural regions of the continent and how they have developed, including topical exploration of ethnicity, immigration, and population. Finally, the United States and Canada are broken down into smaller regions for more comprehensive consideration.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alextech.edu

Phone Number:

(320) 762-0221

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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