Graduate Geography
Graduate Geography
2010 Fall Term
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HUMAN AND CLIMATE INTERACTIONS
GEOGRPY 620
The course objective is to distinguish between natural climate change and change induced by human activities. Topics covered include human modifications to cloud cover, global warming, and ozone problems. Another emphasis is to better understand the impacts of severe weather on human activities and the potential threats of future climate change. At least one field trip is usually taken.
GEOGRAPHY OF RACE AND ETHNICITY IN THE UNITED STATES
GEOGRPY 630
The course will take a geographical approach to the study of ethnic groups in the United States. Native American, African American, Hispanic American, and Asian American groups will be studied systematically. Major topics will include mobility, cultural regions, and the cultural landscape created by the various ethnic groups.
FOREST GEOGRAPHY
GEOGRPY 635
This course introduces the field of forest geography, emphasizing the quantitative description of spatial and temporal patterns of forest change at multiple scales. Both natural and human forest processes are considered as well as the interaction between humans and forested environments. Theories and methods will be used to understand forest processes, using examples from around the world.
URBAN LAND USE PLANNING
GEOGRPY 644
A study of the historical, social and political framework of the urban land planning process with primary emphasis on the United States. Exposure to professional planning approaches and techniques and a critical analysis of plans and planners are stressed. Field trips are normally taken.
APPLIED ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE GIS
GEOGRPY 670
This course will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to utilize GIS for solving applied environmental analysis problems. Specifically, the course is designed to 1) identify and resolve environmental and natural resource problems in terms of spatial analysis, 2) explore a conceptual understanding of GIS, 3) provide students with technical instruction in current GIS software.
WORKSHOP
GEOGRPY 690
Variable topics. Group activity oriented presentations emphasizing `hands on` and participatory instructional techniques.
TRAVEL STUDY
GEOGRPY 691
Variable topics. Faculty-led field courses.
SEMINAR
GEOGRPY 694
Variable topics. Group activity. An advanced course of study in a defined subject matter area emphasizing a small group in intense study with a faculty member.
SPECIAL STUDIES
GEOGRPY 696
Variable topics. Group activity. Not offered regularly in the curriculum but offered on topics selected on the basis of timeliness, need, and interest, and generally in the format of regularly scheduled Catalog offerings. Repeatable once for a maximum of 6 credits.
WORKSHOP
GEOGRPY 790
Variable topics. Group activity oriented presentations emphasizing `hands on` and participatory instructional techniques.
SEMINAR
GEOGRPY 794
Variable topics. Group activity. An advanced course of study in a defined subject matter area emphasizing a small group in intense study with a faculty member.
INDIVIDUAL STUDIES
GEOGRPY 798
Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member.
THESIS RESEARCH
GEOGRPY 799
Students must complete a Thesis Proposal Form in the Graduate Studies Office before registering for this course.
GEOGRAPHY ELECTIVES - EXAM CREDIT
GEOGRPY 999AEX