Second Year Geography Courses

GEOG 204-3 (L) Forest and Environmental Climatology (3,0,2)
GEOG 205 (L) Introduction to Hydrology (3,0,2)
GEOG 210-3: Human Interaction with the Natural Environment (2,1,0)
GEOG 211-3 Economic Geography (2,1,0)
GEOG 212-3 Geography in an Urban World (2,1,0)
GEOG 222-3 The Regional Geography of Canada (2,1,0)
GEOG 223-3 The Regional Geography of British Columbia and Yukon (2,1,0)
GEOG 270-3 Introduction to Geographical Analysis (3,0,2)(L)
GEOG 274-3 Understanding the World through Images and Measures (2,1,2)(L)
GEOG 275-4 Geographic Information Systems (2,3,3) (L)

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GEOG 2050

Introduction to Hydrology (3,0,2)(L) 3 credits

This physical geography course introduces the student to hydrologic systems and processes with an emphasis on the global hydrologic cycle, hydrologic processes in river basins, as well as measurement techniques and elementary hydrologic modelling. The course also examines the potential impact that land use (e.g. irrigation and urbanization), climate change and politics may have on water resources.

Prerequisite: GEOG 1220 and one of GEOG 1120 or GEOL 1110

GEOG 2100

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

GEOG 2110

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

GEOG 2120

Geography in an Urban World (2,1,0) 3 credits

An introduction to the themes and problems encountered in the field of Urban Geography, recognizing the increasing interdisciplinary nature of studies. The course will study urbanization as an historic and rapidly continuing process; the growth of functional regions and patterns of urban settlement; the dynamics of urban structure and land use; critical problems that face cities of both the developed and developing countries.

Prerequisite: None

GEOG 2220

The Regional Geography of Canada (2,1,0) 3 credits

An examination of the physical environment and cultural setting of Canada, with particular emphasis placed upon human use of the land as determined by its physical nature, will be the basis for study of the regional geography of Canada. Emphasis is placed on our study of Canada east of the Rocky Mountains since GEOG 2230 deals exclusively with British Columbia.

Prerequisite: None

GEOG 2230

The Regional Geography of British Columbia and Yukon (2,1,0) 3 credits

An introduction to the physical and human geography of British Columbia; an examination of settlement, resource development and transportation in the Western Cordillera; to include topics involving the changing perception of rural British Columbia’s landscape and environment.

Prerequisite: None

GEOG 2700

Introduction to Geographical Analysis (3,0,2) 3 credits

Introduction to geographic data and its collection, interpretation, presentation, and documentation.

Prerequisite: GEOG 1120 and one of GEOG 1190 or 1200. GEOG 1220 is also recommended.

GEOG 2740

Understanding the World Through Images and Measures (2,1,2)(L) 3 credits

This course introduces students in physical, social and environmental sciences to problem-solving through map projections, cartography, computerised mapping, spatial data analysis, satellite and digital image analysis, and digital elevation models.

Prerequisite: Basic PC skills required

GEOG 2750

Geographic Information Systems (2,3,3)(L) 4 credits

Introduction to basic concepts and applications of geographic information systems. Spatial analysis systems; applications of G.I.S. technology, using micro and mini computers, to natural resource systems.

Prerequisite: PC computer skills.

Note: Same as NRSC 2230