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4.00 Credits
Design and preparation, by hand and computer, of informative, effective, and attractive maps and other graphics for various geographical purposes, especially term papers, thesis, and public presentations. Lectures, discussion, and laboratory. Offered: On demand. 4 hrs
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3.00 Credits
Synoptic weather observations, air mass analysis, analysis of frontal systems, weather disturbances, preparation of weather charts and diagrams used in synoptic meteorology and forecasting. Prerequisites: ENV-SCI 110R or GEOLOGY 215 Offered: On demand 4 hrs
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of the influence of geographic factors (both physical and human) on the economic and political relationships of the nations of the world. Emphasis will be placed on population size and political viability of states, boundaries and frontiers as limits of national space, problems related to the spatial integration of states, and the independence and interdependence of states within the larger world political system. Offered: On demand 3 hrs
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3.00 Credits
A study of the distribution and interpretation of cultural patterns throughout the world. Examined are material and non-material elements of culture such as settlement, land use, technology and belief systems. The geographic origins and diffusion of culture traits are emphasized. On demand. 3 hrs
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of the changing form and structure of urban places from a planning viewpoint. The focus will be on land-use trends on both the intraurban and interurban levels. Covered will be such topics as planning for urban transportation, new towns, land-use planning, urban renewal, and environmental planning. Offered: On demand 3 hrs
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3.00 Credits
Overview of issues in waste management. Nature and classification of waste. Municipal solid waste: disposal methods, design, construction and maintenance of sanitary landfills. Nature and sources of hazardous waste, storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of hazardous waste. Types and sources of nuclear waste; disposal of high level and low level nuclear wastes. Sources, nature, handling and disposal of biologic waste. Pollution prevention, recycling and resource conservation. Prerequisites: ENV-SCI 110R; GEOLOGY 150, GEOLOGY 220 or instructor's permission. Offered: On demand. 3 hrs
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3.00 Credits
Study of genesis, evolution, distribution and classification of soils. Analysis of soil-forming materials and processes. Three hours lecture, discussion and laboratory a week. Prerequisites: ENV-SCI 110R; GEOLOGY 220 required; Offered: On demand Restrictions: college chemistry recommended. 3 hrs
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3.00 Credits
A systematic study of the physical and human geography of the United States and Canada. Emphasis is placed on the physical setting and the influence of the people on the land. Contemporary issues such as public vs. private land, water resources and energy resource distribution are emphasized. Offered: On demand. 3 hrs
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3.00 Credits
A study of the physical and human geography of South America, with an emphasis on cultural processes and the historical record. Contemporary issues such as economic development, trade, urbanization, and geopolitical conflicts are discussed. Offered: On demand 3 hrs
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3.00 Credits
A study of the physical and human geography of Middle America, with an emphasis on cultural processes and the historical record. Contemporary issues such as economic development, trade urbanization, and geopolitical conflicts are discussed. Offered: On demand 3 hrs
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