Physical Geography

Catalog description

The course is an introductory study of physical elements of geography. Exploration of the natural systems that shape our physical environment, including anthropogenic influences, and the resultant spatial patterns discernible on Earth’s surface. Study includes earth-sun relationships, maps, atmospheric components and interactions, elements and controls of weather and climate, water resources and their distribution, vegetation associations, ecological relationships, soil types, landforms, and plate tectonics. The importance of spatial data literacy is highlighted. To fulfill laboratory science requirements, students should also enroll in related laboratory course.