GEOG 101.3
Introduction to Global Environmental Systems: Atmosphere, Hydrosphere and Biosphere
1/2(3L)

A study of important elements of the global environment, emphasizing interactions between the atmosphere, soils and vegetation. Examines the global radiation and energy balance, global variations in temperature and precipitation, atmospheric and oceanic circulation, the hydrologic cycle, soil formation and fertility, and the distribution and composition of plant communities. Case studies are introduced to illustrate human impact on the environment.

Note: Follows the same lectures as GEOG 111, but without a laboratory component. Recommended for students who wish to satisfy the natural science requirement of Programs Type A, B, and D. Students with credit for GEOG 110 or 111 may not take this course for credit.

GEOG 102.3
Introduction to Global Environmental Systems: Landscapes of the Earth
1/2(3L)

A study of important elements of the global environment, emphasizing interactions between the atmosphere, lakes and oceans, and the earth's surface. Examines the processes operating beneath and at the earth's surface that shape the continents and ocean basins. Topics include plate tectonics, earthquake and volcanic activity, the hydrologic cycle, and the landforms created by the action of rivers, wind, glaciers, ground ice, and waves. Case studies are introduced to illustrate the impact of natural hazards on human populations.

Note: Follows the same lectures as GEOG 112, but without a laboratory component. Recommended for students who wish to satisfy the natural science requirement of Programs Type A, B, and D. Students with credit for GEOG 110 or 112 may not take this course for credit.

GEOG 111.3
Introduction to Global Environmental Systems: Atmosphere, Hydrosphere and Biosphere
1/2(3L-2P)

Follows the same lectures as GEOG 101, but with a laboratory component.

Note: Recommended for students who wish to satisfy the natural science requirement of Program Type C. Students with credit for GEOG 101 or 110 may not take this course for credit.

GEOG 112.3
Introduction to Global Environmental Systems: Landscapes of the Earth
1/2(3L-2P)

Follows the same lectures as GEOG 102, but with a laboratory component.

Note: Recommended for students who wish to satisfy the natural science requirement of Program Type C. Students with credit for GEOG 102 or 110 may not take this course for credit.

GEOG 113.3
Introduction to Economic Geography
1/2(3L-1T)

An introduction to geography as a social science. A survey of the subfields of economic geography includes the location of social and economic activities in space, regional development, spatial diffusion, urban growth processes and spatial interaction, as applied to selected regional problems.

Note: Students with credit for GEOG 115 may not take this course for credit.

GEOG 114.3
Introduction to Cultural Geography
1/2(3L-1T)

Examines the distribution of human populations, the evolution of human societies, the behavioral norms or cultures of these societies, and the influence of culture in its various manifestations (language, religion, customs, politics, etc.) on the human landscape including settlement types, forms of agriculture and travel patterns.

Note: Students with credit for GEOG 115 may not take this course for credit.

GEOG 201.3 (Formerly 301)
Regional Geography of Russia
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 3 credit units of geography.

An appraisal of the physical environment, resource base, industrial development, agriculture, population and cultural characteristics of Russia using a regional approach. The regional breakdown will be based on the 20 official Economic Regions.

GEOG 202.3
Regional Geography of Canada
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 3 credit units in geography.

Presents an analysis of the evolution of Canada and describes the physical, historical, economic and cultural bases of the various regions of Canada.

GEOG 203.3
Regional Geography of the United States
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 3 credit units in geography.

The major geographic regions of the United States will be defined and the physical environment, the historical development, the economic activities and the settlement patterns will be analyzed.

GEOG 204.3
Geography of the Prairie Region
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 3 credit units in geography.

Presents an analysis of the physical, historical, economic and social geography of the three Prairie Provinces. The processes of settlement, resource development, and urban growth will be examined.