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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
A consideration of the differential world geographical patterns produced by human beings in their occupancy of the Earth: ethnic, racial, religious and linguistic factors and their social, economic and political impact. The course also considers population geography such as world patterns of demographic distribution, problems of population growth, and the problem of "overpopulation," with detailed treatment of possible solutions to the increasing pressure of human demands on the earth's limited resources. Must be in Honors Program
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3.00 Credits
The principles of political geography, involving a study of regional differences in political features, and their relationships to physical and cultural phenomena are examined. The territorial growth of states and relationships among states; and the geographical study of the world's major political problems are covered in this course.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course is designed for students who wish to participate in field-based, experiential learning opportunities in Earth Science in approved domestic or international locations. Enrollment in this course will be subject to the review and approval by the department of a specific course syllabus that is consistent with the area being studied.
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4.00 Credits
Basic principles of geomorphology (study of landforms) and the use of topographic maps and air photographs in landform interpretation are studied. Minerals, rocks and geological structures are studied as factors in the evolution of surface topography. Not open to students who have already completed Geology 1. May be used to satisfy the requirement for Geology 1 in the Geology or Earth System Science programs. Not open to students who have already completed Geology 1. Same as ERS 2. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a cross-disciplinary colloquium focusing on issues confronting the human community. Enrollment is limited to three advanced students selected by each of the participating departments. The course is led on a rotating basis by faculty from the departments of Earth and Environmental Science, Economics, History, Political Science/International Studies and Sociology/Anthropology. The faculty member leading the colloquium topic selects the colloquium's topic in consultation with the participating departments. Open to students with advanced standing (ordinarily senior status) in the participating department. Same as ANT 400, ECO 400, HIS 400, POL 400 and SOC 400.
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3.00 Credits
This course consists of a consideration of the United States of America and Canada and its physical and human environments. General geographical principles are applied in detail to establish the essential character of the region thereby clarifying the major social, economic, and political features and problems.
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3.00 Credits
This course consists of a consideration of Latin America and its physical and human environments. General geographical principles are applied in detail to establish the essential character of the region thereby clarifying the major social, economic, and political features and problems.
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3.00 Credits
This course consists of a consideration of Western Europe and its physical and human environments. General geographical principles are applied in detail to establish the essential character of the region thereby clarifying the major social, economic, and political features and problems.
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3.00 Credits
This course consists of a consideration of Eastern Europe and Russia and their physical and human environments. General geographical principles are applied in detail to establish the essential character of the region thereby clarifying the major social, economic, and political features and problems.
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3.00 Credits
This course consists of a consideration of Africa and its physical and human environments. General geographical principles are applied in detail to establish the essential character of the region thereby clarifying the major social, economic, and political features and problems.
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