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  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to reading and interpreting maps. Special attention given to the study of physical and cultural geography as portrayed on large scale topographic maps. Emphasis on the relationship between the environmental setting and human activities, surveys and boundaries, transportation, urban and rural settlement and land use, and place names. Prereq: GEO 130 or 172 or consent of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An analysis of urban and regional planning with emphasis on the contemporary urban and regional planning activities. Prereq: GEO 285 or consent of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The basic content of this course is quite similar to GEO 130 Physical Geography, with emphasis on atmospheric processes of weather and climate, and terrestrial processes of landscape formation and alteration. The human element, in terms of impacts on the environment and the converse impact through pollution and natural hazards, presents a common theme throughout the class. The primary focus in this course, however, is in developing effective teaching techniques for levels K-12 by fostering an understanding of material, a knowledge of resource materials, and experience in applying physical geography to situations outside the classroom. Open to senior education majors and practicing instructors. Lecture, ten hours per week for four weeks.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An examination of erosion, deposition, and sediment transport processes associated with flowing water, landforms associated with fluvial processes, and landscape evolution in areas dominated by fluvial dissection and deposition. Field trips may be required. Prereq: GEO 351 or GLY 341.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Approaches to teaching geographic themes and concepts within the context of the world's major regions and countries in grade levels K-12. Addresses those issues and problems that affect world regions in the context of the following broad themes: location, place, movement, regions, and human-environment interactions. Among those topics discussed are the use and importance of maps and related resource materials in instruction, presentation of themes at different grade levels, and identification and utilization of a broad range of reference materials for student and teacher use. Lecture, ten hours per week for four weeks.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An examination of the geography of the capitalist global economy as it has developed unevenly. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary issues (such as industrial restructuring), and specific regions (such as Kentucky). Competing theories (classical, neoclassical, and marxian) aimed at explaining these patterns and processes are discussed and applied. Prereq: GEO 152, 160, or 172.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Examines the relationship between urbanization and the larger social and economic contexts within which city growth occurs. Surveys a range of theoretical perspectives on the internal socio-economic structure and built environment of cities, including the contributions by Chicago School, neoclassical, marxist, and postmodern theorists. Emphasis also placed on relevant environmental, social, and political problems of cities. Primary focus is on North American cities, but includes cross-cultural comparisons. Prereq: GEO 152, 160, 172, or 222, or consent of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Offers coverage of issues and themes not covered in other geography courses, or in-depth examinations of specific issues and themes. Topics covered will commonly address emerging national and global issues of both general and scholarly interest. May be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours (under different subtitles). Prereq: Any 100-level geography course or consent of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An examination of the basic principles of the two major traditions of medical geography: disease ecology and medical care. Examined are the etiology, diffusion, and distribution of selected major diseases. Issues pertaining to the spatial-temporal distribution, accessibility and utilization of medical care resources are presented. Prereq: GEO 172 or consent of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides supervised professional experience in public and private sector positions, and is intended to introduce students to the skills and working environments of careers in geography. Students should consult with a geography faculty member in advance of registering for this class. Prereq: Junior or senior standing in the major.
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