GEOG 222 - Geography of National Parks

Institution:

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Subject:

Geography

Description:

Analyzes the spatial characteristics of the American National Park System. Examines the national parks idea with respect to wilderness conservation, preservation, and public presentation of natural and historic sites and landscapes; investigates the physical geography of national parks as defined by ecoregions (physiography, climate, natural vegetation); and evaluates landscape designs within the National Parks System relative to dominant planning techniques of the past and present.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iup.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 357-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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