GEOG - Geography

GEOG 100 World Geography (3)

Introduction to the complex relationships that link humans with their physical, cultural and spatial environments. Students will investigate these diverse relationships through a variety of worldwide examples. (LAC, gtP)

GEOG 110 Geography of the United States and Canada (3)

An analysis of the cultural and environmental patterns of North America, with emphasis on the geographic processes that shape them. (LAC, gtP)

GEOG 200 Human Geography (3)

Study the role of location and locational questions in human behavior including how locational factors influence behavior and resulting social and cultural modifications. (LAC)

GEOG 232 Physical Geography (4)

(3 lecture, 2 laboratory) Study the natural environments that cover the earth, the processes that shape them and their role as settings for human action. Field trip required.

GEOG 274 Maps and Data Analysis (3)

Examines the fundamental concepts necessary for map reading and interpretation. Includes an introduction to thematic data representation.

GEOG 300 Advanced Human Geography: Topics (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 200. Examine the evidence and imprint of cultural values on geographic landscapes; utilize techniques of spatial diffusion, cultural ecology and integration and landscape analysis to identify and investigate culture regions. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

GEOG 302 Cartography (3)

Required laboratory arranged. Prerequisite: GEOG 274. Study the fundamentals, theory and practice of maps and graphic representation. Two one-hour lectures and one credit hour for arranged laboratory work.

GEOG 307 Geographic Information Science (3)

Examines the nature and accuracy of spatially referenced data, as well as methods of data capture, storage, retrieval, modeling and output using GIS software.

GEOG 310 Urban and Regional Planning (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 200. Examine current planning practice in the United States and its larger economic, social, political and geographic context. Topics include land use regulation, urban design, transportation systems and growth management.

GEOG 312 Economic Geography (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 200. Discern how geographic and economic conditions affect the products, industries, commerce and resources of the world, particularly the United States.

GEOG 315 Resource Management (3)

Explore the theoretical nature of human-environment systems from a geographical viewpoint and examine locational factors that influence behavior and resulting geographic patterns.

GEOG 320 Population Geography (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 200. Analysis of world population distribution and change utilizing geographic themes and demographic measures, with particular attention to migration, urbanization, environmental impact, and national planning.

GEOG 325 Advanced Physical Geography: Topics (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 232 or equivalent. Study the complexities of the physical world and investigate the interactions between human activities and the physical environment. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

GEOG 326 Africa (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or GEOG 110. Identify and analyze relationships between the physical and cultural patterns, including land use, resource development, social, political and economic problems.

GEOG 335 Geography of Middle America (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or GEOG 110. Examines patterns of population, politics, economy and life-styles as they relate to the diverse physical and multicultural environments of Middle America. Analyze the strategic location of this region.

GEOG 340 Europe (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or GEOG 110. Study the relationships between the physical and cultural environments, including land use, resources, economics and political problems.

GEOG 344 Asia: Special Topics (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or GEOG 110. Study the regions of Asia through variable offerings. Examine patterns of physical and cultural landscapes, social organization and economic activities. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

GEOG 350 Colorado (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or GEOG 110. Study the geographical and human resources of Colorado, including physical features, climate, landform regions and natural resources and their utilization and conservation.

GEOG 360 Political Geography (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 100. Examine political phenomena as they relate to a particular geographic setting. Topics of study include territorial expansion, global overpopulation, national resources, territorial sea and warfare.

GEOG 370 Urban Geography (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 200. Analysis of the origins, distribution, growth, functions, transportation and land use patterns of cities, emphasizing the North American city.

GEOG 375 Quantitative Techniques in Geography (3)

Examine elementary statistical techniques useful to the analysis of geographical data. Some background in mathematics useful.

GEOG 392 Field Course in Geography (1-6)

Study and apply the techniques used in solving geographic problems in the field and effectively present the results of such studies. Repeatable, may be taken two times.

GEOG 410 Teaching Geography in Secondary Curriculum (1)

Prerequisites: GEOG 100 or GEOG 110; and at least one GEOG course at the 200 level or higher OR consent of instructor (need to interview student to determine expertise and academic background). Study fundamental themes in geography, use current materials and create new lessons and materials for teaching geography at the secondary level. S/U graded.

GEOG 411 Geography Concepts and Issues (2)

Prerequisites: GEOG 100 or GEOG 110; and at least one GEOG course at the 200 level or higher OR consent of instructor (need to interview student to determine expertise and academic background). Investigation and analysis of geography's major concepts and issues with examples of successful pedagogical approaches for teaching such standards-based geography concepts and skills.

GEOG 412 Advanced Cartography (3)

Prerequisite: GEOG 302 or consent of instructor. Study fundamental thematic map communication concepts emphasizing data collection and processing, symbolization, map design and computer-assisted drafting.

GEOG 422 Directed Studies (1-3)

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.) Repeatable, maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.

GEOG 440 Biogeography (3)

Prerequisites: GEOG 232 or consent of instructor. Identify meaningful patterns in the distributions of plants and animals and explain how/ why those patterns developed. Includes an examination of the role humans have played in shaping those patterns.

GEOG 475 Advanced Geographic Techniques: Topics (1-3)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Advanced study of geographic techniques. Topics will relate to applications in GIS, remote sensing, quantitative analysis, land use analysis, or the mapping sciences. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

GEOG 492 Internship (1-6)

Advanced undergraduate majors and minors use geographic training while working in local, state or federal agencies. Participants must meet university internship requirements. Repeatable, no limitations.

GEOG 495 Senior Seminar (3)

Research selected geographic topics based on the student's major emphasis. Course focuses on the assessment of students' geographic knowledge base, research and analysis skills.

GEOG 507 Geographic Information Science (3)

Consent of instructor (interview to determine expertise and academic background). Examines the nature and accuracy of spatially referenced data, as well as methods of data capture, storage, retrieval, modeling and output using GIS software.

GEOG 508 Workshop (1-3)

A variety of workshops on special topics within the discipline. Goals and objectives will emphasize the acquisition of general knowledge and skills in the discipline. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

GEOG 509 Advanced Placement Institute in Human Geography (2)

Graduates only. Intensive course for teachers planning to teach or currently teaching AP Human Geography. Topics include both content and pedagogy for establishment, development and maintenance of an AP program. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

GEOG 510 Topics in Teaching Geography (2)

Appraise and become familiar with various concepts, theories and skills in geography and with the techniques and methodologies appropriate for teaching them. Repeatable, maximum of six credits.

GEOG 513 Professional Renewal (1-3)

Update skills and knowledge of professionals in the discipline. Goals and objectives will be specifically directed at individual professional enhancement rather than the acquisition of general discipline knowledge or methodologies. S/U or letter graded. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

GEOG 520 Topics in Systematic Geography (3)

Graduates only or consent of instructor. Examine a selected area of systematic geography; consider appropriate pedagogical approaches in teaching about that geographic topic. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

GEOG 525 Topics in Regional Geography (2)

Graduates only or consent of instructor. Examine a selected geographic region; consider appropriate pedagogical approaches in teaching the geography of the region. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

GEOG 540 Biogeography (3)

Identify meaningful patterns in the distributions of plants and animals and explain how/why those patterns developed. Includes an examination of the role humans have played in shaping those patterns.

GEOG 592 Field Course in Geography (1-6)

Study and apply techniques used, solve geographic problems in the field and effectively present results of such studies. Unlimited repeatability.

GEOG 622 Directed Studies (1-3)

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.) Repeatable, maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.