GEOG 104 Principles of Physical Geography
5 credits. 6 hours. (Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.)
Survey of the characteristics and distribution of the components of the Earth’s natural environment, using basic geology, meteorology, climatology, vegetation, soil, map studies, geomorphology, surficial processes and the relationship to human activity. Optional field trips.

GEOG 105 World Geography
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
Introduction and application of geographic principles to the survey of the major world regions: Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East, North America, and the Pacific World.

GEOG 110 Meteorology
4 credits. 5 hours. (Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.)
Introduction to the structure, composition, and interaction of the atmosphere with emphasis on atmospheric processes and related phenomena, storm systems, weather informationresources, basic forecasting, equipment and techniques of meteorologists, and climate variability.

GEOG 111 Geography of the Western World
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
A regional survey of North and South America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Emphasis on each region’s unique attributes and on how it fits into a larger international context. Current events are highlighted in the development of a geographic perspective.

GEOG 112 Geography of the Eastern World
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
A regional survey of the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Emphasis on each region’s unique attributes and how it fits into a larger international context. Current events are highlighted in the development of a geographic perspective.

GEOG 113 Cultural/Human Geography
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
Addresses techniques of geographic interpretation, and cultural and political diversity, the relationship to physical environment, availability of water, food, and other natural resources, language, religion, industry, spatial relationships of cities and settlements, population, ethnic characteristics, migration, folk and popular cultures, and the effects of globalization.

GEOG 114 Introduction to Geography
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
Presents a dynamic view of the breadth of discipline of geography. Provides a geographic perspective of the interrelationship of earth and atmosphere and their relationship of the earth and atmosphere and their influence on population, culture, and lifestyle. Explores geographic methods of gathering and analyzing information and modern tools for these functions. Also focuses on applied geography in local and international settings in areas such as marketing, urban planning, political relationships, and natural resource assessment.

GEOG 120 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
Fundamental concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), elements of GIS, analysis of spatial information, real-world applications, map creation and analysis. Primary objective is to investigate interactive GIS application rather than develop expert users.

GEOG 207 Geography of the United States and Canada
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
A study of the unique physical and cultural aspects of regions within the United States and Canada. Includes map interpretation, land features, climate, settlement patterns, cities, industry, natural and recreational resources, comparison of economic and political systems.

GEOG 210 Economic Geography
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
Overview of economic geography covering topics such as demographics, population processes, economic development, growth of regional global economy, multinational corporations, economic alliances, transportation, urban economics, manufacturing, energy and agriculture.

GEOG 220 GIS Database and Design
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
Prerequisites: GEOG 120.
Concepts of Geo-database design and management in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), SQL statements, geographic data types and functions, data entry, techniques of geographic information structure and indexing, querying techniques, searches, and spatial analysis, creation and use of metadata real-world applications.

GEOG 224 Applications in Geographic Information Systems
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
Prerequisites: GEOG 120, and 220.
Applications in Geographic Information Systems. Data collection, incorporation of local and global data, and analysis of spatial information that can be used to investigate major application areas, national GIS policy.

GEOG 228 Administrative Issues in GIS
3 credits. 3 hours. (Lecture 3 hours.)
Prerequisites: GEOG 120.
Addresses issues unique to a GIS operation such as implementation issues, decision making procedures, strategies for success, legal issues, involvement of management, NCGIA Guidelines, marking within an organization, strategic planning, and industry outlook.

GEOG 230 Geographic Information Systems
1-3 credits. 225-675 hours. (Lecture 0.5 hour. Field Studies 225-675 hours.)
Prerequisites: GEOG 120 and 220.
Internship in a Geographic Information System facility. Experience real-workplace requirements, complete assigned tasks by hosting facility such as GIS data entry, data retrieval, GPS field work, documentation, or general GIS facility duties. Arranged meetings with instructor includes work ethics, expectations, challenges, evaluation.

GEOL 101 Physical Geology
5 credits. 6 hours. (Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.)
Study of plate tectonics, rocks, minerals, volcanoes, earthquakes, resources, geologic time, and the processes that affect the surface and the interior of the earth. Laboratory analysis of rocks and minerals. Interpretation of topographic and geologic maps as investigative tools. Optional field trips.

GEOL 102 Historical Geology
3 credits. 4 hours. (Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.)
Prerequisite: GEOL 101.
History of the earth from its origin as a planet to the present time. Succession of geologic formations and their contained fossils in revealing the evolution of the earth and forms of life throughout the four and a half billion years of geologic time. Laboratory analysis of geologic problems and identification of fossils. Optional field trip.

GEOL 103 Environmental Geology
5 credits. 6 hours. (Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.)
Introduces fundamental concepts and philosophy of environmental study; discusses natural hazards with underlying causes and human interaction with the environment; applies environmental concepts to problems of pollution, garbage, and hazardous waste; explores the source, types, availability, and evaluates intelligent use of geologic resources; suggests techniques for hazard prevention and remediation; addresses current media topics concerning the environment.

GEOL 110 Oceanography
4 credits. 5 hours. (Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.)
Ocean as part of Earth’s dynamic and ecologic systems. Influence of the ocean on atmosphere, climate, and land processes. Ocean stewardship, problems, and policy.

GEOL 180 Energy and the Environment
5 credits. 7 hours. (Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 4 hours.)
Introduces fundamental concepts of energy generation and environmental impact. Analysis of energy fundamentals, fossil fuel exploration and use, atmospheric pollution, global warming, nuclear energy, alternative energy sources and energy conservation.
Optional field trips.

GEOL 199 Special Topics
1-3 credits. 1-3 hours. (Lecture 1-3 hours.)
A focused study of a topic in geology. May take the form of individual research projects based on library, internet, and/or oral presentation information; field or laboratory project; and short courses such as, but not limited to, topics in environmental geology, national parks, earthquakes, rock and minerals.

GEOL 214 Geology Field Study in the Midwestern U.S.
1-3 credits. 1-3 hours. (Field Studies 1-3 hours.)
Prerequisite: GEOL 101.
Study of selected locations in the Midwest during a field trip. Location of field trip varies. Apply basic geologic principles and collect rock and mineral samples.

GEOL 215 Geology Field Study
3 credits. 3 hours. (Field Studies 3 hours.)
Prerequisite: GEOL 101.
Study of selected locations in the Western United States during a field trip. Location of field trip varies. Apply basic geologic principles and collect rock and mineral samples.