Continued development, refinement and application of language skills with emphasis on reading, writing and vocabulary development. Satisfies the language requirement for English majors.
The career search process. Goal oriented toward the planned process of selecting a major or occupational direction. The history, theory, philosophy and economics of the world of work. Occupational testing, decision making, values clarification skills and guest lectures employed. Recommended for freshmen, sophomores and undeclared majors.
A geographic study of the countries of Europe and Asia emphasizing their physical and cultural characteristics. Special attention to contemporary issues/problems.
Explores global and regional environmental processes and systems, as well as the impact of humans on these systems. Addresses current environmental issues such as climate change, habitat loss and water pollution, emphasizing the role of science in identifying problems and finding solutions.
Analysis of the locational factors explaining the geographic distribution of economic activity: globalization, global trade, economic development, the geography of work and jobs, emerging technologies, and the geography of manufacturing and services.
Introduction to the basic principles of quantitative analysis in geography. Emphasis on the geographic applications of various techniques rather than on the underlying statistical theory.
Introduction to mapping science principles and practice, focusing on the application of methods to produce hardcopy and digital maps. Topics include earth representation and map projections, field data collection utilizing ground survey, global positioning systems (GPS) and remote sensing, and map compilation and design within a geographic information system (GIS).
Analysis of the theory and practice of planning at various spatial levels (local, regional, state and federal). Emphasis on planning processes, responsibilities of professional planners, and detailed examination of contemporary issues like control of sprawl and coastal zone management.
Study of automated information handling using geographically referenced data to support spatial analysis. Consideration of and experience in the collection, storage and display of computer manipulated data. Includes hands-on experience with a variety of commercial software GIS packages.
Theory and application of cartographic principles and practices to advanced cartographic design. Lectures emphasize theory and principles. Laboratory provides practical experience in designing maps.
Examination of fundamental principles, history and applications of remote sensing technology to environmental studies. Emphasis on electromagnetic spectrum, aerial photography, photogrammetry, satellite imaging systems, digital image processing, and major applications of remote sensing in mapping and managing environmental problems.
Survey of the sub-discipline of political geography. Emphasis on spatial organization and conflict at various scales; geographies of elections; and analyses of international relations from a geographical perspective, with a consideration of geographic, economic and cultural aspects of global conflicts.
Study of basic chemical and physical properties of soil, focusing on surface hydrology of small watersheds and the related techniques used in environmental planning. Most labs involve fieldwork.
Translation of responsible environmental policies and principles into practical land-use regulations and local and regional planning tools. Emphasis on the landscape and land-use dimensions of environmental planning.
