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3.00 Credits
Power relations and categories of social difference are reflected by dramatic inequalities in local environments, and in the quantity and quality of available space. This course examines, through the lenses of feminist geography and planning, how space is invested with social meaning. It discusses how the built environment affects and reflects relations of gender, sexuality and ethnicity, and considers how these social classifications produce "geographies of difference." Gender is also related to nationalism, colonialism, "geographic skills," and feminist research methodologies. Prerequisite(s): A Gog 125 or A Pln 220 or permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
Examines issues and problems arising from the interactions between humans and their physical environment. Explores the degradation of environmental systems resulting from human use and modification, as well as the impact of environmental processes on human systems. The policy options for dealing with environmental issues and problems are investigated. Prerequisite(s): A Gog 101 and either A Gog 201 or A Pln 220; or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces main concepts and theories in population studies, offers an overview of world population pattern and regional variations, examines population processes and population structure, and explores contemporary issues and problems related to population. Through case studies and debates, the course analyzes diverse demographic perspectives in conceptualizing population problems, and recommending population policies. This course also offers a set of tools (terminologies, methodologies, and theories) to analyze population and related events, and helps students to develop their own demographic perspective. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior class standing or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the spatial patterns of economic activity, including agriculture, manufacturing retail and wholesale trade, transportation, and the service sector. Location theory, models and empirical case studies are used to assess the spatial processes "explaining" the distribution patterns of economic activity. Economic development strategies at the state and regional levels are also investigated. May not be offered in 2008-2009.
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3.00 Credits
Provides a comprehensive understanding of urban development in China. Reviews the history of urban development in China and examines the demographic, social, economic, and cultural dimensions of the urbanization process. Analyzes the emerging urban land and housing markets, and the changing urban landscape.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of international development issues, focusing on the impact of economic growth, population growth, and increased consumption of natural resources on global and local environments. This course focuses primarily on the poorer countries of the world, and particularly on tropical environments. It discusses issues of deforestation, desertification, and increased vulnerability to man-made and natural hazards. Prerequisite(s): A Gog 101 or 102 or 102Z, or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A systematic treatment of the physical, economic and cultural geography of the United States; selected regional problems of land utilization and of geographic adjustments. A Gog 356Z is the writing intensive version of A Gog 356; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): junior or senior class standing or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Overview of the physical and human geography of Europe considered as a whole, followed by a more intensive discussion of selected topics on the Mediterranean countries, the British Isles, France, Germany, and the countries of east-central Europe from Scandinavia to the Balkans. Cultural, political, and economic issues will be emphasized, with analysis of contemporary matters in their historical context. A Gog 365Z is the writing intensive version of A Gog 365; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): junior or senior class standing or permission of instructor. May not be offered in 2008-2009.
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to the concepts and interdisciplinary applications of remote sensing. The basic principles of theory and practice are presented for earth resource management. Photographic and nonphotographic sensors are examined. Visual and digital image analysis techniques are introduced. Students will interpret color infrared, multispectral, radar, and other sensor imagery for a variety of purposes. Prerequisite(s): junior or senior class standing, or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Techniques of reproduction graphics with emphasis on map planning and construction. Utilization of half-tone, color-key, and other production processes as models of cartographic expression. Prerequisite(s): A Gog 290. May not be offered in 2008-2009.
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