Fourth Year Geography Courses

Pre-Calculus 1 (6,0,0) 4 credits

ABE – Provincial: This course is designed to give students the necessary background to study Calculus. Topics include a review of intermediate algebra, introduction to functions, a study of linear, quadratic, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Together with MATH 0610 fulfills ABE – Provincial Level (Grade 12 equivalency) requirements.

Prerequisite: Minimum C standing in MATH 0510 or Principles of Math 11

Note: This course is taught by the University Preparation Department

Note: See transfer guide for transferability to other institutions

Pre-Calculus (5,0,0) 3 credits

This course is designed to prepare students for calculus. Topics include functional notation, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, and an introduction to the derivative.

Prerequisite: Principles of Math 12, or MATH 0610, or B or better in MATH 0600

Introduction to Algebra (6,0,0) 4 credits

ABE – Advanced: An introduction to algebra which begins with a review of basic math skills and includes the topics of integers and rational numbers, solving and graphing linear equations and systems of linear equations, polynomials, factoring, radical expressions and an introduction to trigonometry. Other topics may also be covered.

Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0400, or Math 10 or equivalent, with a C+ or better or EM 11 with a B or better; or placement on the TRU entry assessment tests at an 0500 level in Math

Basic Math Skills (6,0,0) 4 credits

ABE – Intermediate: A course of basic math skills which include a review of whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentage. Additional topics include the metric system, geometry and introductory Algebra.

Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0300, or Math 9 or equivalent with a B or better; or placement on the TRU entry assessment tests at an 0400 level in Math.

Fundamental Math (8,0,0) 4 credits

ABE – Fundamental: Math 0300 is an entry-level math course which focuses on operations which involve whole numbers, fractions, decimal, percent and measurement. Problem solving is practiced in all topic areas.

Note: This course is taught by the University Preparation Department

Note: This course is taught by the University Preparation Department

Note: This course is taught by the University Preparation Department

Introduction to Physical Geology (3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A Science Laboratory course directed towards anyone who has an interest in geology. The course involves a survey of all major topics of physical geology, including Mineralogy, Petrology, Crystal Chemistry, Time, Surface Processes, Volcanic Activity, Rock Deformation and Mountain Building, and Plate Tectonics. Field excursions supplement the lecture and laboratory material.

Prerequisite: None

Earth's Lands and Waters (Geomorphology)(3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A Science Laboratory course dealing systematically with the origin and evolution of the earth's waters and topographic features. Water and landforms will be examined via maps, photographs and field observations.

Prerequisite: None

Geomorphology (3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

Geomorphic processes, interrelationship of processes, landforms, materials and time. Practical problems in science and applied science that relate to geomorphic processes are discussed in lectures and methods of investigation and analysis are introduced in laboratory sessions.

Prerequisite: GEOL 1110

Note: Same as GEOG 3190

Climatology and Biogeography (3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A science laboratory course providing an introduction to basic principles and processes of climatology including global climatic patterns, heat energy and plant water balance relationships, vertical and horizontal air movements, weather systems, and weather mapping. Extensive field observations provide an understanding for local climatic conditions. Biogeography includes plant and animal distributions as related to physical and human phenomena.

Prerequisite: None

Human Interaction with the Natural Environment (2,1,0) 3 credits

An introduction to the environment, emphasizing a geographical approach. Topics of study include environmental worldviews, history of the environment movement, ecosystems, energy principles, human population dynamics, patterns of resource use, environmental issues and environmental ethics.

Prerequisite: None

Climatology and Biogeography (3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A science laboratory course providing an introduction to basic principles and processes of climatology including global climatic patterns, heat energy and plant water balance relationships, vertical and horizontal air movements, weather systems, and weather mapping. Extensive field observations provide an understanding for local climatic conditions. Biogeography includes plant and animal distributions as related to physical and human phenomena.

Prerequisite: None

Earth's Lands and Waters (Geomorphology)(3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A Science Laboratory course dealing systematically with the origin and evolution of the earth's waters and topographic features. Water and landforms will be examined via maps, photographs and field observations.

Prerequisite: None

Introduction to Human Geography: Themes in Geographical Change (3,0,0) 3 credits

A series of themes are reviewed to better understand geographical change in the modernizing world. These may include ethnicity, indigenous peoples, patterns of development, urbanization, environmental issues, evolving cultural landscapes, and the influence of multinational corporations. Case studies will be used from different regions of the world, and the research methodologies of human geography will be introduced.

Prerequisite: None

Introduction to Human Geography: Geographical Change in the Modernizing World (3,0,0) 3 credits

An introduction to human geography, including cultural, historical, economic, political, urban, social and regional geography. Basic geographic concepts and cartographic methods are introduced. The spatial behaviour of people, their cultural diversity, and the landscape manifestations of their activities are explored in a variety of settings. Case studies from developing and industrialized nations are used to illustrate the evolution from traditional to modern societies.

Prerequisite: None

Economic Geography (2,1,0) 3 credits

A geographic view of economic activity. Economic interrelationships, the character of various economic regions and general spatial organization will be examined on a local, regional and global scale.

Prerequisite: None

Introduction to Human Geography: Themes in Geographical Change (3,0,0) 3 credits

A series of themes are reviewed to better understand geographical change in the modernizing world. These may include ethnicity, indigenous peoples, patterns of development, urbanization, environmental issues, evolving cultural landscapes, and the influence of multinational corporations. Case studies will be used from different regions of the world, and the research methodologies of human geography will be introduced.

Prerequisite: None

Introduction to Human Geography: Geographical Change in the Modernizing World (3,0,0) 3 credits

An introduction to human geography, including cultural, historical, economic, political, urban, social and regional geography. Basic geographic concepts and cartographic methods are introduced. The spatial behaviour of people, their cultural diversity, and the landscape manifestations of their activities are explored in a variety of settings. Case studies from developing and industrialized nations are used to illustrate the evolution from traditional to modern societies.

Prerequisite: None

Human Interaction with the Natural Environment (2,1,0) 3 credits

An introduction to the environment, emphasizing a geographical approach. Topics of study include environmental worldviews, history of the environment movement, ecosystems, energy principles, human population dynamics, patterns of resource use, environmental issues and environmental ethics.

Prerequisite: None

Climatology and Biogeography (3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A science laboratory course providing an introduction to basic principles and processes of climatology including global climatic patterns, heat energy and plant water balance relationships, vertical and horizontal air movements, weather systems, and weather mapping. Extensive field observations provide an understanding for local climatic conditions. Biogeography includes plant and animal distributions as related to physical and human phenomena.

Prerequisite: None

Earth's Lands and Waters (Geomorphology)(3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A Science Laboratory course dealing systematically with the origin and evolution of the earth's waters and topographic features. Water and landforms will be examined via maps, photographs and field observations.

Prerequisite: None

Human Interaction with the Natural Environment (2,1,0) 3 credits

An introduction to the environment, emphasizing a geographical approach. Topics of study include environmental worldviews, history of the environment movement, ecosystems, energy principles, human population dynamics, patterns of resource use, environmental issues and environmental ethics.

Prerequisite: None

Climatology and Biogeography (3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A science laboratory course providing an introduction to basic principles and processes of climatology including global climatic patterns, heat energy and plant water balance relationships, vertical and horizontal air movements, weather systems, and weather mapping. Extensive field observations provide an understanding for local climatic conditions. Biogeography includes plant and animal distributions as related to physical and human phenomena.

Prerequisite: None

Earth's Lands and Waters (Geomorphology)(3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

A Science Laboratory course dealing systematically with the origin and evolution of the earth's waters and topographic features. Water and landforms will be examined via maps, photographs and field observations.

Prerequisite: None

Introduction to Human Geography: Themes in Geographical Change (3,0,0) 3 credits

A series of themes are reviewed to better understand geographical change in the modernizing world. These may include ethnicity, indigenous peoples, patterns of development, urbanization, environmental issues, evolving cultural landscapes, and the influence of multinational corporations. Case studies will be used from different regions of the world, and the research methodologies of human geography will be introduced.

Prerequisite: None

Introduction to Human Geography: Geographical Change in the Modernizing World (3,0,0) 3 credits

An introduction to human geography, including cultural, historical, economic, political, urban, social and regional geography. Basic geographic concepts and cartographic methods are introduced. The spatial behaviour of people, their cultural diversity, and the landscape manifestations of their activities are explored in a variety of settings. Case studies from developing and industrialized nations are used to illustrate the evolution from traditional to modern societies.

Prerequisite: None