Principles of Physical Geography
Course Information
Subject
GEG
Course Number
120
Division
Status
Active
Course Title
Principles of Physical Geography
Course Description
This introductory physical science course examines the processes and agents that help to shape and change the environment in which humans live, as well as the spatial interrelationships that exist between the earth's heat and energy systems and weather, climate, biogeography (soils, vegetation), landforms, forces of erosion and human activities. The lab component requires students to apply the scientific method to a variety of problems/exercises related to physical geography. Some exercises may involve field work and local field trips. The lab exercises integrate map reading and interpretation skills.
Minimum Credit Hours
4
Maximum Credit Hours
4
Total Completions Allowed for Credit
1
Lecture - Lab Hours
(3-2)
Requirements
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness. Course fee
IAI Code
P1909
PCS Code
1.1