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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
One semester; 2, 3, or 4 credits (may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits). Individual research, including reading and -in some cases -laboratory or field investigations, to be carried out under the individual guidance of a staff member. The results must be embodied in an honors essay or other suitable presentation. PREREQ: Departmental permission. Courses in Physical Geography *Courses preceded by an asterisk are not expected to be offered in 2009-2011.
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4.00 Credits
6 hours (2, lecture; 4, lab), 4 credits. Use of drawing instruments; free-hand and mechanical lettering in the construction of maps, diagrams, graphs, and charts. Elements of distance, direction, and position. Study of map projections and their use; construction of some simpler projections. Methods of enlarging and reducing maps; drawing of profiles and traverse made by students in the field. Practice in the transformation of data of various kinds into effective types of charts and graphs.
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3.00 Credits
4 hours (2, lecture; 2, lab), 3 credits. An introduction to the world of maps -how to use, interpret, and analyze maps. History of cartography, map projections, scales, measurements, contour interpretations, thematic maps, charts and graphs, remote sensing, aerial photos, and geographic information systems.
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3.00 Credits
4 hours (2, lecture; 2, lab), 3 credits. The use of Geographic Information Systems for conducting research and spatial analysis in the natural and social sciences. The use of computer mapping and spatial analysis technologies for studying the physical and human components of the earth's environment. PREREQ: GEO 101, or GEH 101, or Departmental permission.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours, 3 credits. Overview of environmental systems, ranging from biological species and soil conservation to water and waste management.
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4.00 Credits
5 hours (3, lecture; 2, lab), 4 credits. Introduction to physical geography, including basic earth-sun relationships, weather and climate, land forms, vegetation, soils, and water resources. Laboratory exercises stress the use and interpretation of maps and other graphic materials. PREREQ: 3 credits in Geography or Geology.
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3.00 Credits
4 hours (2, lecture; 2, lab), 3 credits. PREREQ: 3 credits in Geography or Geology.
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4.00 Credits
5 hours (3, lecture; 2, lab), 4 credits. Introductory study of elements of weather and climate: temperature, precipitation and humidity, and air pressure and winds. Training in the use of weather instruments to measure these phenomena. A study of modern weather theory. Forecasting from the daily weather map. A study of the climates of the world and their influences on native vegetation, soils, and human activities. Characteristics and use of climatological classifications. PREREQ: 3 credits in Geography or Geology.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours, 3 credits. World sources and distribution of petroleum and gas: origin, exploration, reserves, production, and use. Multinational petroleum corporations and the effect of governmental regulations, both international and national. PREREQ: Either GEO 100, GEO 166 or 3 credits in Geography.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours, 3 credits. Basic issues and possible solutions to problems of the urban environment, including solid waste management, air and water quality, noise pollution, and open-space beautification. Course includes strategies for citizen participation and organization related to local environmental projects.
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