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3.00 Credits
Continuation of GER201. The principle aim of this course and its continuation is to solidify and expand upon the skills acquired in GER101-102. Basic grammar is reviewed while new grammatical material is introduced. In addition, some literary texts are studied. Three hours of class work per week, supplemented by one hour of assigned work in the Language Resource Center. Typically offered only through the Division of Continuing Education and Non- Traditional Programs. Prerequisite: GER201 or equivalent.
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4.00 Credits
Analysis of the elements and controls of weather on the earth’s surface including the extent and composition of the atmosphere, atmospheric heating and cooling, pressure and winds, moisture and precipitation. An introduction to weather forecasting techniques and a descriptive analysis of world climate regions. Introduction to maps and basic topics in physical geography. Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory per week. Satisfies laboratory science sequence requirement with GLS 100. Required of B.S. Geological Sciences, Earth Science Concentration. Not open to students who have received credits for GGR 101P.
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4.00 Credits
Survey of weather elements as the basis for the regionalization of world climate. Analysis of meteorological processes and the association of major elements to define climates. Laboratory study of weather elements with emphasis on the collection and presentation of data. Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory per week. Satisfies laboratory science sequence requirement with GGR102P. Not open to students who have received credits for GGR100P.
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4.00 Credits
Study of the concept of location on the surface of the earth with emphasis on the nature of maps and map projections. Description and analysis of landform types and physical landscape patterns. Laboratory practice in the methods of landform analysis. Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory per week. Satisfies laboratory science sequence requirement with GGR101P. Does not satisfy laboratory sequence with GGR100P. Prerequisite: GGR100P or GGR101P or permission of Department Chairperson.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to develop an understanding of the perspectives of geography, its evolution as a problem solving science, and its application to contemporary issues. Topics emphasizing spatial relations such as population dynamics, the impact of economic development, and political organization are utilized. Case studies from around the world are used to increase the student's awareness of Geography. Required of Geography majors. Three lecture hours per week.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the interrelationships of the physical and cultural patterns of the world regions. Special attention will be given to locations. Required of Geography majors. Three lecture hours per week.
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3.00 Credits
This introductory course is designed to provide a working knowledge of maps as a medium of communication and a general overview of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The cartographic component includes material on map components, history, and use. The GIS component includes historical background, field developments, current trends and future prospects in this rapidly expanding field. Basic methodologies and analytical functions of GIS will be introduced along with additional spatial and geographic concepts including the nature of spatial data, data capture and acquisition, data sources, spatial queries and spatial analysis. Required of Geography majors. Three lecture hours per week.
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3.00 Credits
New England, a relatively distinct cultural, economic and historical region, presented in terms of its physical features and the urban and rural economic structure with a view towards evaluating the future potential of the region. Three lecture hours per week. Field trips may be included.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed as an introductory survey course on the geography of Canada. It will be structured around the five fundamental themes of geography (i.e. location, place, human-environment interaction, movement and regions). The course will analysis the physiographic, climatic, cultural, economic and political regions and patterns of Canada. Three lecture hours per week.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the geography of tourism in selected cities of the world with an emphasis on form and function. Topics to be included are an analysis of resources for tourism, the organization of related land use patterns, and development processes. Three lecture hours per week.
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