GEOGRAPHY (GEG)
Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences Division, Room T302, (847) 543-2044
GEG 120 Principles of Physical Geography
(3-2) 4 Hours
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. (1.1)
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness Course fee
IAI: P1 909L
GEG 121 Physical Geography
(3-0) 3 Hours
This introductory physical science course examines the processes and agents that help to shape and change the environment in which humans live. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships that exist between the earth’s heat and energy systems and the weather, climate, soils, vegetation, streams, oceans, landforms, and human activities. (1.1) Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness
IAI: P1 909
GEG 122 Cultural Geography
(3-0) 3 Hours
This introductory social science survey course is designed to help students acquire geographic knowledge about human cultural trends and activities. A wide range of current and urgent world concerns such as population control, cultural differences, urbanization, economic livelihoods, and state and nation systems, are placed in a human-geographic context. The course will also assist students gain better geographic perceptions on current world affairs. (1.1)
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness
IAI: S4 900N
GEG 123 World Regional Geography
(3-0) 3 Hours
This introductory social science course emphasizes the human and physical geography of the world’s major regions. Each region is surveyed as to its location and component countries and peoples, world importance, distinctive physical and cultural characteristics, relations to other areas of the world, and the major problems and potentialities associated with each. Students will gain a better geographic perspective on current affairs and an enhanced appreciation of travel. (1.1) Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness
IAI: S4 900N
GEG 223 Geography of Latin America
(3-0) 3 Hours
This introductory social science course is a survey of Latin America’s cultural, economic, physical, political, and social geographies. It emphasizes problems and potentials of regional development and land use. GEG 223 is offered for elective credits. (1.1)
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness
GEG 240 Geographic Information Systems I
(3-0) 3 Hours
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of GIS and basic geographic concepts necessary for analyzing and utilizing spatial data. These concepts include map scale, projections, coordinate systems, methods of symbolizing map data, vector versus raster spatial analysis, air photos and satellite imagery in mapping. Uses of GIS discussed will include its applications in mapping, environmental studies, planning, management and business. (1.1)
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness
GEG 299 Special Topics: Geography
(Variable) 1-3 Hours
This course addresses the in-depth study of special topics in geography, which do not have specific courses in the catalogue. Course content will vary depending on the topic being studied, but could include regional courses, field courses, study abroad programs, field work, directed readings or internships. This course is repeatable up to three times, any topic only once, for a maximum of 6 hours towards degree completion. (1.1)
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness May be taken four times for credit toward degree