A study of the interrelated systems that constitute the earth's surface environment, e.g., landforms, weather, climate, natural vegetation, hydgology, and soils, and their integrated patterns of world distribution.

Geogr SS/DV 1100.  Places and Peoples of the World (3) F, S

The study of different places, countries, and regions of the world.  Addresses topics relating to natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in subjects related to culture, gender, age, class, social structure, spatial organization, and economic activities.  Current social conditions within the world's major culture realms are analyzed and compared.

Geogr SS/DV 1520.  Geography of the United States and Canada (3) F, S

Addresses topics relating to the area's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in such subjects as culture, gender, age, class, social structure, spatial organization, and economic activities.  Present social  and cultural conditions within the United States and Canada are analyzed and compared.

Geogr 2923. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) (Offered as needed)

Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number.  The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.

Geogr 2950.  Elementary Regional Field Studies (1-3) Su

The study of specific geographic regions, utilizing field observations, lectures, and individual research.

Geogr 3050.  Weather and Climate (3) S

The advanced study of the processes that produce global climate patters; analysis of the prospects and possible repercussions of global climate change; and an examination of climatic anomalies such as El Nino, hurricanes, tornadoes and other unusual phenomena.

Geogr 3060.  World Environmental Issues (3) F

A study of global and local environmental issues such as changing air and water quality, food production, waste management, and other topics.  The course identifies strategies for creating healthier and more sustainable ways of living within our natural and built environments.  Prerequisite: Geogr PS/SI1010, or Botany LS1403, or the equivalent.

Geogr 3070.  Wetland Environments (3) F

Analysis of physical properties, values, economic, and legal issues associated with wetland environments.  Since wetlands in different places have many different attributes, a detailed examination is made of wetland environments in different parts of the United States.

Geogr 3080. Arid Lands (3) S

Presents a general overview of the characteristics and variant topography, geography, and climatic conditions of the Earth's arid lands. Examines the spatial location of arid regions and their climatic controlling factors. Weather patterns, hydrology, and eolian processes will be discussed along with sediment transportation and deposition of arid environments. The course will also review dune types and formation along with soils of arid zones. The course concludes with a discussion on the desertification and the impact of human intervention in the misuse of arid lands, while discussing preservation versus reclamation of these regions. Prerequisite: Geogr PS/SI1010, or Geosci PS1540, or the equivalent.

Geogr 3090. Arctic and Alpine Environments (3) S

An examination of the physical environments of high altitude and high latitude places, the ways in which humans interact with these environments, and their broader roles within the large Earth systems. Topics will include causes and consequences of avalanches, climatic characteristics of the Arctic, glacier behavior, sea ice, and the responses of human physiology to high altitudes. Prerequisite: Geogr PS/SI1010, or Geosci PS1540, or the equivalent.

Geogr3210.  Urban Geography (3) F

The study of cities as elements of the landscape, their distribution, location, and structure, as related to their physical setting, economic function, and cultural inheritance.

Geogr 3300. Historical Geography of the United  States  (3) S

A geographic analysis of America's past featuring an examination of cultural development in different parts of the United States and how this has produced many distinct regional landscapes throughout the country.

Geogr 3360. Economic Geography (3) S

The spatial structure of the world's resources, production, commerce, and economic problems.

Geogr 3390. Aerial Photo Interpretation (3) (Offered as needed)

The use of aerial photos to interpret geographic phenomena. One lecture and two 3-hour labs a week.

Geogr 3450. Cartography (Including GIS) (3) F

An introduction to geographic information systems and map making, to include the history of cartography, the development of map components with emphasis on map projections, grid systems, scale, direction, and symbol design. Particular attention will be paid to the creation of maps using both manual and digital (computer and computer-assisted) techniques. The course also will deal with map reading skills for spatial analysis, orientation, and land navigation. One lecture and two 3-hour labs per week.

Geogr 3460. Advanced Cartography (Including GIS) (3) S

Geogr 3500. Geography of Utah (3) F

A study of the physical environment and activities of man in Utah.

Geogr DV3540. Geography of Latin America (3) F

Addresses topics relating to Latin America's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, social structure, spatial organization, and economic activities.  Current issues relating to culture and society in Latin America are analyzed within the context of its colonial inheritance and its future prospects.

Geogr DV3590. Geography of Europe (3) F

Addresses topics relating to Europe's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, social structure, wealth, spatial organization, and economic activities.  Current issues and social conditions within Europe and its major subdivisions are discussed and analyzed.

Geogr DV3620. Geography of Russia and the Former USSR (3) (alternate years)

Addresses topics relating to Russia's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender and age structure, class structure, spatial organization, and economic activities.  Current social and economic conditions in Russia and its Near Abroad are analyzed within the context of the breakup of the former Soviet Union.

Geogr DV3640. Geography of Asia (3)

Addresses topics relating to Asia's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, social structure, spatial organization, and economic activities.  Current societies in Asia are analyzed with special attention given to their colonial inheritance and future prospects.

Geogr DV3660. Geography of China and Japan (3) S

Covers subjects dealing with the area's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, social structure, spatial organization, and economic activities. Current topics relating to social conditions within China and Japan are analyzed and compared.

Geogr DV3740. Geography of Africa (3) S

The study of Africa's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, societal structure, wealth, spatial organization, and economic activities. Current socio-economic conditions in Africa are analyzed within the context of its colonial inheritance and its future outlook.

Geogr 3780. Geographic Area Studies (1-3)

Surveys different geographic areas and regions of the world. When this number is used it will be accompanied by a descriptive title and the credit authorized, which will appear on the student's transcript. May be repeated for credit when a different title is used.

Geogr 3810. History of Geographic Thought (3) (alternate years)

A study of the development of the science of geography, giving attention to its changes in emphasis and philosophy. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Geogr SI4050. Quantitative Methods in Geography (3) F

The gathering and analysis of spatial data. Hypothesis testing and the use of selected computer statistical packages. Prerequisite: Quantitative Literacy. Two lectures and one 3-hour lab a week.

Geogr 4410. Land Use Planning Techniques and Practices (3) F

A study of the status and tools of planning, planning office organization, the federal and state role in planning, and problems in planning.

Geogr 4420. Advanced Planning Techniques (3) S

A study of the enabling legislation for planning, zoning laws and ordinances, rezoning and review processes, zoning problems, and the ramifications of urban growth. The preparation, financing, citizen participation and evaluation of land use pertaining to general plans. Class groups will prepare, critique, and present a draft urban general plan.

Geogr 4800. Individual Research (1-3) Su, F, S

A personalized course designed to foster individual research and scientific writing.

Geogr 4890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Su, F, S

Open to all students in Geography who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department.  A maximum of six credit hours will be accepted toward a major in geography.

Geogr 4923. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-3) (Offered as needed)

Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student's transcript.

Geogr 4950. Advanced Regional Field Studies (1-3) S

A directed study of specific geographic regions utilizing field observations, lectures, and individual student research. Prerequisite: A general course in Geography or consent of the instructor.

Geogr SI4990. Research Seminar (3) S

A course in which hypothetico-deductive research methods and other quantitative techniques are applied to geographic problems.  Prerequisites:  Geogr SI4050 and upper division standing.

Geogr 5030. Geography for Teachers (3) (Offered as needed)

Science content course for teachers in the M.Ed. Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Course may be repeated. Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program.