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Undergraduate Geography courses<\/h2>\n
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\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span> - General Education Course <\/p>\n

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GEO\u00a0100\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Intro to Human Geography (CT)<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This critical thinking course provides a systematic examination of contemporary concepts and processes of human geography in global perspective, including economics, geopolitics, culture, nationalism, urbanization, governance, agriculture, population, and migration.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Critical Thinking, International, Core II Social Sciences<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0101\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Physical Geography (CT)<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Study of Earth's natural systems, including the atmosphere, landforms\/soils, ecosystems\/biomes, hazards, and the hydrosphere, and the interactions between them and human activities using hands-on labs, geospatial technologies, and fieldwork.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Critical Thinking, Natural Sciences, Core II Natural Sciences<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0101L\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Physical Geography Lab<\/strong><\/span>1 Credit hour <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Lab to accompany Physical Geography lecture exploring earth-sun\nrelationships, maps, atmosphere, climate, weather, hydrologic cycle,\nthe biosphere, soils, landforms, erosion, vulcanism, and rivers.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0100<\/span> (may be taken concurrently).<\/p>

Concurrent PR:<\/strong> GEO\u00a0100<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>
Attributes: <\/strong> Natural Sciences, Core II Natural Sciences<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0110\u00a0Basic GIS<\/strong><\/span>1 Credit hour <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Introduction to GIS concepts including GIS components, spatial and tabular data, database\nelements, data formats, and map design; hands-on experience with a GIS.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Digital Humanities<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0111\u00a0Air Photos & Satellite Imagery<\/strong><\/span>1 Credit hour <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Introduction to photogrammetry and remote sensing through the hands-on investigation of aerial photographs and satellite imagery using the latest technology.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Digital Humanities<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0112\u00a0Smartphone GPS<\/strong><\/span>1 Credit hour <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Principles of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS); using your smartphone for Global Positioning Systems (GPS)\/GNSS orientation, and data collection.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Digital Humanities<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0113\u00a0Web GIS<\/strong><\/span>1 Credit hour <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Students learn to build web maps, share GIS data on the internet, and create web GIS applications.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Digital Humanities<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0203\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Economic Geography (CT)<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A systematic examination of world economic geography with a focus on population, agriculture, transportation, land use, urbanization, industry, energy, and the environment.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Critical Thinking, International, Core II Social Sciences<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0206\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Geography West Virginia<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A survey of the geography of West Virginia including landforms, climate, settlement patterns, population, economics, resources, politics, and environmental changes.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> American Institutions, Core II Social Sciences<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0207\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Biblical Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Students explore the physical and human geography of ancient Palestine and assess how geography informs our understanding of people, events, and places described by Jewish and Christian scriptures.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Core II Humanities<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0222\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Global Environment Issues (CT)<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Environmental issues have great emotional, political, and economic significance. The dynamics of global environmental problems, their complex interactions, and effects on potential stakeholders will be examined at the international scale.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Critical Thinking, International, Core II Social Sciences<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0223\u00a0Mapping Our World<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Students use GIS, GPS, Remote Sensing, and Drones for map data collection, map creation, map analysis, and to investigate how these tools function for studying human and physical Earth systems.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0230\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Intro to Meteorology (CT)<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Introduction to the composition of the atmosphere and weather phenomena, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Critical Thinking, Core II Natural Sciences<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0256\u00a0Remote Pilot Ground School<\/strong><\/span>1 Credit hour <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This course provides the fundamental knowledge to take the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot exam and how to safely operate as a remote pilot-in-command (RPIC).<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0280\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0281\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0282\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0283\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0300\u00a0Methods in Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Provides an introduction to research methods in geography. Topics addressed include: data sources; sampling; data collection, storage, and management; descriptive measures and data visualization techniques; qualitative and quantitative analysis.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>STA\u00a0225<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or STA\u00a0150<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or STA\u00a0150B<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or MGT\u00a0218<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or PSY\u00a0223<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or SOC\u00a0345<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0440<\/span> with a minimum grade of D.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0305\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Geog of USA & Canada<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Survey of physical, historical, population, economic, political, cultural, and regional geographies of Canada and the United States, including an analysis of the multi-cultural nature of the societies.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> American Institutions, Multicultural<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0317\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0World Regional Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

World regions examined using a synthesis of physical and human geographical themes including environment, culture, landscape, climate, landforms, globalization, population patterns, urbanization, economies, and political geography.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> International<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0326\u00a0Geographic Information Systems<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) principles, techniques, and applications for the social and natural sciences, emphasizing core geographic concepts through an integrated lecture and lab format.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0355\u00a0Aviation Weather<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of atmospheric conditions on aeronautical operations. Topics include atmospheric properties, aviation hazards including thunderstorms, wind shear, turbulence, and icing, and weather flight resources.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0230<\/span> with a minimum grade of D.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0402\u00a0Geography of Appalachia<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of the geography of Appalachia, including landforms, climate, settlement patterns, population, economics, resources, politics, and environmental changes.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> American Institutions<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0404\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Geography of Europe<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An examination of the geography of Europe focusing on contemporary issues, including climate, culture, economics, environmental change, everyday life, international relations landforms, language, politics, population, religion, and urbanization.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> International<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0405\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Political Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A systematic and regional survey of world political problems and\ninternational relations stressing current geopolitical conflicts.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> International<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0406\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Population Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An examination of contemporary patterns, processes, and problems of population geography in global perspective, including fertility, mortality, demographic change, migration, malnutrition, urbanization, natural resource sustainability, and future projections.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> International<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0408\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Geog of South & Middle America<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of settlement, transportation, manufacturing, agriculture,\ngeopolitics, and natural resources of South and Middle American countries.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> International<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0410\u00a0Urban Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Study of the evolution, morphology and land use, functions, and problems of urban areas, with emphasis on governance, planning, and the social and environmental impacts of urbanization.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> American Institutions<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0411\u00a0Medical Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An examination of contemporary issues and problems in health and medical geography, including the spatial aspects of global health, health care policy, and disease origins, diffusion, and ecology.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0414\u00a0Principles Methods of Planning<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An examination of contemporary planning focusing on principles, methods, techniques, and tools; and the political, legal, and ethical contexts of planning.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> American Institutions<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0418\u00a0Geography For Educators<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of geographic concepts, methods, and technologies essential for effective teaching of geographic content for K-12 social studies teachers and college educators.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0422\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Environmental Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Attributes: <\/strong> International<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0423\u00a0Cartography & GIS<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This course is an introduction to cartography and is the cornerstone of Geographic Information Science. In this class you will learn basic map design, map interpretation and appreciation. We will explore the nature of spatial data, and learn what maps can and cannot represent. We will study maps as a data source for Geographic Information Systems, and as a graphic tool for scientific visualizations.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0424\u00a0Transportation Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A geographic analysis of transportation and its spatial organization. Concepts, models, and analytical methods related to traffic demand, network configuration, and allocation of transport facilities are covered.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0425\u00a0Climatology<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of elements of weather and climate, methods of climatic classification, and the distribution and characteristics of world climate regions.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0426\u00a0Principles of GIS<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) principles, techniques, and applications for the social and natural sciences with emphasis on foundational geographic principles in a lecture\/lab format.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Digital Humanities<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0427\u00a0Programming GIS<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Students automate GIS analyses and workflows by building repeatable models, programming with Python, and using other concepts and techniques within both desktop and web GIS applications.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0423<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0426<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0429<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0430<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or NRRM 423 with a minimum grade of D or NRRM\u00a0433<\/span> with a minimum grade of D.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0429\u00a0GIS Location Analytics<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This course explores how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are used in business for market analysis, site selection, logistics, and data-driven decision-making.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0430\u00a0Environmental Raster GIS<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Environmental Applications of GIS raster analysis, including local, neighborhood, and zonal operations, terrain analysis, distance modeling, and surface interpolation, data collection and input, and advanced spatial analysis using GIS.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0426<\/span> or GEO\u00a0429<\/span> or IST 423.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0431\u00a0Remote Sensing & Photogram<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Scientific study of the earth using images and data captured using satellite- or aircraft-borne sensors, with emphasis on issues of acquisition, photogrammetric interpretation, spatial analysis and application.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0426<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0429<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0430<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or IST 423 with a minimum grade of D.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0434\u00a0Floods Hazards and GIS<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Application of principles of flood hazards preparation, disaster management, and mitigation using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0440\u00a0Spatial Statistics using GIS<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This course equips students with the skills to understand, apply, and critically evaluate geostatistical methods in GIS, emphasizing spatial data analysis, model development, visualization, and real-world problem-solving.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0426<\/span> with a minimum grade of C or GEO\u00a0423<\/span> with a minimum grade of C or NRE\u00a0423<\/span> with a minimum grade of C.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0450\u00a0Extreme Weather<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Basics of extreme weather phenomena including hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, droughts, blizzards, and how to mitigate the impacts.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0454\u00a0Drones: Remote Sensing & GIS<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Learn FAA rules and safety procedures; prepare for Remote Pilot licensing exam; operate drones to collect remote sensing data; process imagery for analysis; integrate sUAS imagery with existing GIS data.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0460\u00a0Weather Analysis<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Introduction to reading weather maps and meteorological analysis techniques including satellite and radar image interpretation and numerical weather prediction.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0480\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0481\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0482\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0483\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0485\u00a0Independent Study<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Attributes: <\/strong> No Textbook Required<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0486\u00a0Independent Study<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Attributes: <\/strong> No Textbook Required<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0487\u00a0Independent Study<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0488\u00a0Independent Study<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0490\u00a0Internship<\/strong><\/span>1-6 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Cooperative learning experience with regional employer\/government agency.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> No Textbook Required, Onsite Learning Experience<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Credit\/No Credit Grade Only<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0498\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Senior Capstone<\/strong><\/span>2 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This senior capstone course combines research methods, data collection, and analysis to produce original research on questions and problems in geography.\nPar I: Pilot Project.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0300<\/span> with a minimum grade of D and (GEO\u00a0423<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0426<\/span> with a minimum grade of D).<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> Capstone Course<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0499\u00a0\"Bison\n<\/span><\/fo:external-graphic>\n<\/span>\u00a0Senior Capstone II<\/strong><\/span>1-3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This senior capstone course combines research methods, data collection, and analysis to produce original research on questions and problems in geography. Part II.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0426<\/span> with a minimum grade of D and (MTH 225 with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0440<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or MGT\u00a0218<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or PSY\u00a0223<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or SOC\u00a0345<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or ANT\u00a0301<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or EDF\u00a0417<\/span> with a minimum grade of D).<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> American Institutions, Capstone Course<\/div>\n<\/div>
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GEO\u00a0502\u00a0Geography of Appalachia<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of the geography of Appalachia, including landforms, climate, settlement patterns, population, economics, resources, politics, and environmental changes.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0504\u00a0Geography of Europe<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An examination of the geography of Europe focusing on contemporary issues, including climate, culture, economics, environmental change, everyday life, international relations, landforms, language, politics, population, religion, and urbanization.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0505\u00a0Political Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An examination of contemporary patterns, processes, and problems of political geography in global perspective, including globalization, colonialism, imperialism, geopolitics, nationalism, diplomacy, international borders, governance, political representation, and future projections.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0506\u00a0Population Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An examination of contemporary patterns, processes, and problems of population geography in global perspective, including fertility, mortality, demographic change, migration, malnutrition, urbanization, natural resource sustainability, and future projections.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0508\u00a0Geog of South & Middle America<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of settlement, transportation, manufacturing agriculture, geopolitics and natural resources of South and Middle American countries.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0510\u00a0Urban Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Study of the evolution, morphology and land use, functions, and problems of urban areas, with emphasis on governance, planning, and the social and environmental impacts of urbanization.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0511\u00a0Health and Medical Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An examination of contemporary issues and problems in health and medical geography, including the spatial aspects of global health, health care policy, and disease origins, diffusion, and ecology.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0518\u00a0Geography for Educators<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of the geographic concepts, methods, and technologies essential for effective teaching of geographic content for K-12 social studies teachers and college educators.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0522\u00a0Environmental Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Geographical survey of enviromental changes caused by human activities. Focus on resource availability and use; pollution of air, water, and biosphere; energy problems, and human interaction with natural movement.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0523\u00a0Cartography & GIS<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

An introduction to cartography as the cornerstone of geographic information systems\/science. Students will learn GIS-based map making, interpretation, and design. The course explores cartographic techniques to represent and visualize data.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0524\u00a0Transportation Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A geographic analysis of transportation and its spatial organization. Concepts, models, and analytical methods related to traffic demand, network configuration, and allocation of transport facilities are covered.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0525\u00a0Climatology<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

A study of elements of weather and climate, methods of climatic classification, and distribution and characteristics of world climatic regions.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0526\u00a0Geographic Information Systems<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) principles, techniques, and applications for the social and natural sciences, emphasizing core geographic concepts through an integrated lecture and lab format.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0527\u00a0Principles of GIS II<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Students apply GIS principles and techniques to geoprocess and manipulate geographic data, including topics such as geodatabase management, python scripting, model building, web mapping and data services, and spatial analysis.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0523<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0526<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0529<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or GEO\u00a0530<\/span> with a minimum grade of D or NRRM 523 with a minimum grade of D or NRRM 533 with a minimum grade of D.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0529\u00a0GIS Location Analytics<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This course explores how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are used in business for market analysis, site selection, logistics, and data-driven decision-making.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0530\u00a0Environmental Raster Analysis<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Environmental Applications of GIS raster analysis, including local, neighborhood, and zonal operations, terrain analysis, distance modeling, and surface interpolation, data collection and input, and advanced spatial analysis using GIS.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0526<\/span> or GEO\u00a0529<\/span>.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0531\u00a0Remote Sensing & Photogram<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Scientific study of the earth using images and data captured using satellite-or aircraft-borne\nsensors, with emphasis on issues of acquisition, photogrammetric interpretation, spatial\nanalysis, and application.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0534\u00a0Flood Hazards and GIS<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Application of principles of flood hazards preparation, disaster management, and mitigation using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0550\u00a0Extreme Weather<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Basics of extreme weather phenomena including hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, droughts, blizzards, and how to mitigate the impacts.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0554\u00a0Drones:Remote Sensing & GIS<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Learn FAA rules and safety procedures; prepare for Remote Pilot licensing exam; operate drones to collect remote sensing data; process imagery for analysis; integrate sUAS imagery with existing GIS data.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0580\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Selected geography subjects to cover unusual geography topics not in the regular course offerings of the department.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0581\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Selected geography subjects to cover unusual geography topics not in the regular course offerings of the department.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0582\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Selected geography subjects to cover unusual geography topics not in the regular course offerings of the department.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0583\u00a0Special Topics<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Selected geography subjects to cover unusual geography topics not in the regular course offerings of the department.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0585\u00a0Independent Study<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0586\u00a0Independent Study<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Attributes: <\/strong> No Textbook Required<\/div>\n<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0587\u00a0Independent Study<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0588\u00a0Independent Study<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0601\u00a0Colloquium in Geography<\/strong><\/span>1-3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Speaker series introducing and sharing knowledge and experiences with geographic focus. Students are to learn from the knowledge and experience of faculty members, graduate students, alumni, and scholars.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Credit\/No Credit Grade Only<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0607\u00a0Economic Geography<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Topics in economic geography including industrial location, transportation systems, economic development, international trade relationships and globalism.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0615\u00a0Geographic Thought<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Survey of the history, literature, prominent individuals, and major paradigms in geography. Review of the major concepts in geography and an introduction to various methods of geographic inquiry.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0616\u00a0Geographical Research Methods<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Students examine\/practice four research methods in geography--qualitative, quantitative, GIScience, and field\/lab methods--and learn to choose among them and use them for their own research and analysis.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0617\u00a0Seminars in Geography<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Selected geography subjects\/topics not included in the regular course offerings of the\ndepartment are considered, using a seminar approach to learning.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0618\u00a0Seminars in Geography<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Selected geography subjects\/topics not included in the regular course offerings of the\ndepartment are considered, using a seminar approach to learning.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0619\u00a0Seminars in Geography<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Selected geography subjects\/topics not included in the regular course offerings of the\ndepartment are considered, using a seminar approach to learning.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0620\u00a0Problems in Environ Geog<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Geographic aspects of world environmental problems including such topics as global warming, acid rain, energy supplies, population growth and soil depletion.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0623\u00a0Regions of North America<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This seminar course examines regional geographies of North America\nwith an emphasis on the research and methods for delineation of regions.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0631\u00a0Applied GIS Projects<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Use of advanced GIS techniques to solve community-service research problems.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0530<\/span>.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0634\u00a0GIS Databases & Programming<\/strong><\/span>3 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Configuration and management of geospatial databases. Python scripting for analysis, geoprocessing, and workflow automation within a GIS environment.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0640\u00a0Spatial Statistics using GIS<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

This course equips students with the skills to understand, apply, and critically evaluate geostatistical methods in GIS, emphasizing spatial data analysis, model development, visualization, and real-world problem-solving.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0526<\/span> with a minimum grade of C or GEO\u00a0529<\/span> with a minimum grade of C or GEO\u00a0530<\/span> with a minimum grade of C.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0660\u00a0Weather Analysis<\/strong><\/span>4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Introduction to reading weather maps and meteorological analysis techniques including satellite and radar image interpretation and numerical weather prediction.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0679\u00a0Portfolio and Career Profile<\/strong><\/span>1-4 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Students compile a Portfolio of work completed during the degree program, complete a written exam project, and create\/enhance their Career Profile.<\/p>

Pre-req: <\/strong>GEO\u00a0615<\/span> with a minimum grade of C and GEO\u00a0616<\/span> with a minimum grade of C.<\/p>

Grade Mode:<\/strong> Normal Grading Mode<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
GEO\u00a0681\u00a0Thesis<\/strong><\/span>1-6 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>
Attributes: <\/strong> Thesis<\/div>\n<\/div>
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GEO\u00a0690\u00a0Internship in Geography<\/strong><\/span>1-6 Credit hours <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>

Student will be employed a minimum of 300 hours with an agency approved by geography department. Faculty advisor and agency will consult periodically on student progress.<\/p>

Attributes: <\/strong> No Textbook Required, Onsite Learning Experience<\/div>\n<\/div>
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100 Level Courses<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n
100
\nHuman Geography. (CT)
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		This critical thinking course provides a systematic survey of contemporary concepts and processes of human geography in global perspective, including economics, geopolitics, culture, nationalism, urbanization, governance, agriculture, population, and migration.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
101
\nPhysical Geography. (CT)
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Systematic survey of earth-sun relationships, land-surface form, climate, soils, water, natural vegetation, and other natural content as a background for human geography. Lab included.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
110
\nBasic GIS
\n1 hr.<\/td>\n		Introduction to Geographic Information Systems concepts including GIS components, spatial and tabular data, database elements, data formats, and map design; hands-on experience with a GIS.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
111
\nAir Photos and Satellite Imagery
\n1 hr.<\/td>\n		Introduction to photogrammetry and remote sensing through the hands-on investigation of aerial photographs and satellite imagery using the latest technology.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
112
\nSmartphone GPS
\n1 hr.<\/td>\n		Principles of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS); using your smartphone for Global Positioning Systems (GPS)\/GNSS orientation, navigation, and data collection.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
113 Web GIS
\n1 hr.<\/td>\n		Students learn to build web maps, share GIS data on the Internet, and create web GIS applications.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
200 Level Courses<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
203
\nEconomic Geography. (CT)
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A Systematic examination of world economic geography with a focus on population, agriculture, transportation, land use, urbanization, industry, energy, and the environment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
206
\nGeography of West Virginia.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Transportation, population, mining, industry, and agriculture as related to climate, soils, land forms, and other natural environmental items.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
222
\nGlobal Environmental Issues (CT)
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Environmental issues have great emotional, political, and economic significance. The dynamics of global environmental problems, their complex interactions, and effects on potential stakeholders will be examined at the international scale.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
230
\nIntro Meteorology (CT)
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Introduction to the composition of the atmosphere and weather phenomena, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes. This course fulfills the university Core II natural science requirement.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
280-283
\nSpecial Topics.
\n1-4 hrs.<\/td>\n		<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
300 Level Courses<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
300
\nMethods in Geography
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Provides an introduction to research methods in Geography. Topics addressed include: data sources; sampling; data collection, storage and management; descriptive measures and data visualization techniques; qualitative and quantitative analysis. PR: STA225 or equivalent.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
305
\nGeography of the United States and Canada.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Survey of physical, historical, population, economic, political, cultural, and regional geographies of Canada and the United States. International issues involving Mexico also considered.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
317
\nWorld Regional Geography. 3 hrs.<\/td>\n		World regions examined using a synthesis of physical and human geographical themes including environment, culture, landscape, climate, landforms, globalization, population patterns, urbanization, economies, and political geography.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
355
\nAviation Weather
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A study of the effect of atmospheric conditions on aeronautical operations. Topics include atmospheric properties, aviation hazards including thunderstorms, wind shear, turbulence, and icing, and weather flight resources.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
400 Level Courses<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
401
\nHistorical Geography
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of the spatial aspects of prominent historical patterns and processes, including demographic patterns, economic development, cultural diffusion, state formation, and urbanization.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
402
\nGeography of Appalachia.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A study of the geography of Appalachia, including landforms, climate, settlement patterns, population, economics, resources, politics, and environmental changes.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
404
\nGeography of Europe. 3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of the geography of Europe focusing on contemporary issues, including climate, culture, economics, environmental change, everyday life, international relations, landforms, language, politics, population, religion, and urbanization.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
405
\nPolitical Geography. 3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of contemporary patterns, processes, and problems of political geography in global perspective, including globalization, colonialism, imperialism, geopolitics, nationalism, diplomacy, international borders, governance, political representation, and future projections.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
406
\nPopulation Geography.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of contemporary patterns, processes, and problems of population geography in global perspective, including fertility, mortality, demographic change, migration, malnutrition, urbanization, natural resource sustainability, and future projections.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
408
\nGeography of Middle and South America.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A study of settlement, transportation, manufacturing, agriculture, geopolitics, and natural resources of South and Middle American countries.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
410
\nUrban Geography.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Study of the morphology, function, and development of cities and the urban fringe. An emphasis is place on social and environmental costs of urbanization, as well as urban and rural linkages.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
414
\nPrinciples and Methods of Planning.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of contemporary planning focusing on principles, methods, techniques, and tools; and the political, legal, and ethical contexts of
\nplanning.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
415
\nUrban Land Use Planning.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Application of principles, methods, and tools of planning; and overview of government policy, code of ethics, and the constitutional basis of contemporary urban land use planning. (PR: GEO 414 or permission of instructor)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
422
\nEnvironmental Geography
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Geographical survey of environmental changes caused by human activities. Focus on resource availability and use; pollution of air, water, and biosphere; energy problems, and human interaction with natural environment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
423
\nCartography and GIS
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An introduction to cartography through geographic information systems. Topics include spheroids and datums; geographic and grid coordinate
\nsystems; scale and projections; Relief portrayal; thematic maps; map design.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
424
\nTransportation Geography.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A geographic analysis of transportation and its spatial organization. Concepts, models, and analytical methods related to traffic demand, network configuration, and allocation of transport facilities are covered.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
425
\nClimatology.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A study of elements of weather and climate, methods of climatic classification, and distribution and characteristics of world climate regions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
426
\nPrinciples of GIS
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) principles, techniques, and applications for the social and natural sciences with emphasis on foundational geographic principles in a lecture\/lab format.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
427
\nProgramming GIS. 4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Students apply GIS principles and techniques to geoprocess and manipulate geographic data, including topics such as geodatabase management, python scripting, model building, web mapping and data services, and spatial analysis.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
429
\nLocation Analysis
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Concepts, models, and methods of geographic location analysis of natural resource extraction, manufacturing, services, retail and market area analytics, and logistics using GIS.
\n(PR: one of GEO423, GEO426, GEO427, GEO430, NRRM433, NRE423 or permission.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
430
\nEnvironmental Raster Analysis
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		GIS raster analysis, including local, neighborhood, and zonal operations, terrain analysis, building raster databases, distance modeling, and surface interpolation. (PR: GEO426 or GEO429 or GEO431 or IST423 or permission)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
431
\nPrinciples of Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry.
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Scientific study of the earth using images and data captured using satellite- or aircraft-borne sensors, with emphasis on issues of acquisition, photogrammetric interpretation, spatial analysis, and application. (PR: GEO426 or GEO429 or GEO430 or IST423 or permission)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
432
\nEnterprise GIS.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Principles and techniques for planning, implementing, and managing Geographic Information Systems technologies in a firm or agency. (PR: GEO426 or GEO429 or GEO430 or GEO431 or IST423 or permission)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
434
\nFloods Hazards and GIS.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Application of principles of flood hazards preparation, disaster management, and mitigation using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
440
\nSpatial Statistics and GIS.
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Statistical methods applied to problem solving in geography and using GIS for display and analysis. Primary focus on descriptive and inferential spatial statistics, mapping, and spatial analysis of data. (PR: GEO426 or IST423 and College Math or permission)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
450
\nExtreme Weather.
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Basics of earth and atmospheric hazards including flooding, hurricanes, droughts, blizzards, tornadoes, and volcanic eruptions, and how to mitigate the impacts.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
454
\nDrones: Remote Sensing and GIS
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Learn FAA rules and safety procedures; prepare for Remote Pilot licensing exam; operate drones to collect remote sensing data; integrate sUAS imagery with existing GIS data.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
460
\nWeather Analysis
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Introduction to reading weather maps and meteorological analysis techniques including satellite and radar image interpretation and numerical weather prediction.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
480-483
\nSpecial Topics.
\n1-4; 1-4; 1-4; 1-4 hrs.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
485-488
\nIndependent Study. 1-4 hrs.<\/td>\n		<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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490
\nInternship.
\n1-6 hrs.<\/td>\n		Cooperative learning experience with regional employer\/government agency.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
498
\nSenior Capstone 1.
\n2 hrs.<\/td>\n		This class will develop individual research projects based on data collected in the field; producing an original piece of geographic research. This course fulfills the Capstone requirement for undergraduate geography majors.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
499
\nSenior Capstone 2.
\n1-3 hrs.<\/td>\n		This class will develop individual research projects based on data collected in the field; producing an original piece of geographic research. This course fulfills the Capstone requirement for undergraduate geography majors.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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500 Level Courses<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n
501
\nHistorical Geography
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of the spatial aspects of prominent historical patterns and processes, including demographic patterns, economic development, cultural diffusion, state formation, and urbanization.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
502
\nGeography of Appalachia.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A study of the geography of Appalachia, including landforms, climate, settlement patterns, population, economics, resources, politics, and environmental changes.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
504
\nGeography of Europe. 3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of the geography of Europe focusing on contemporary issues, including climate, culture, economics, environmental change, everyday life, international relations, landforms, language, politics, population, religion, and urbanization.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
505
\nPolitical Geography. 3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of contemporary patterns, processes, and problems of political geography in global perspective, including globalization, colonialism, imperialism, geopolitics, nationalism, diplomacy, international borders, governance, political representation, and future projections.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
506
\nPopulation Geography.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of contemporary patterns, processes, and problems of population geography in global perspective, including fertility, mortality, demographic change, migration, malnutrition, urbanization, natural resource sustainability, and future projections.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
508
\nGeography of Middle and South America.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A study of settlement, transportation, manufacturing, agriculture, geopolitics, and natural resources of South and Middle American countries<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
510
\nUrban Geography.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Study of the morphology, function, and development of cities and the urban fringe. An emphasis is place on social and environmental costs of urbanization, as well as urban and rural linkages.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
514
\nPrinciples and Methods of Planning.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An examination of contemporary planning focusing on principles, methods, techniques, and tools; and the political, legal, and ethical contexts of
\nplanning.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
515
\nUrban Land Use Planning.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Application of principles, methods, and tools of planning; and overview of government policy, code of ethics, and the constitutional basis of contemporary urban land use planning. (PR: GEO 414 or permission of instructor)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
522
\nEnvironmental Geography
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Geographical survey of environmental changes caused by human activities. Focus on resource availability and use; pollution of air, water, and biosphere; energy problems, and human interaction with natural environment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
523
\nCartography and GIS
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		An introduction to cartography through geographic information systems. Topics include spheroids and datums; geographic and grid coordinate
\nsystems; scale and projections; Relief portrayal; thematic maps; map design.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
524
\nTransportation Geography. 3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A geographic analysis of transportation and its spatial organization. Concepts, models, and analytical methods related to traffic demand, network configuration, and allocation of transport facilities are covered.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
525
\nClimatology.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		A study of elements of weather and climate, methods of climatic classification, and distribution and characteristics of world climate regions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
526
\nPrinciples of GIS
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) principles, techniques, and applications for the social and natural sciences with emphasis on foundational geographic principles in a lecture\/lab format.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
527
\nProgramming GIS
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Students apply GIS principles and techniques to geoprocess and manipulate geographic data, including topics such as geodatabase management, python scripting, model building, web mapping and data services, and spatial analysis.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
529
\nLocation Analysis
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Concepts, models, and methods of geographic location analysis of natural resource extraction, manufacturing, services, retail and market area analytics, and logistics using GIS.
\n(PR: one of GEO423, GEO426, GEO427, GEO430, NRRM433, NRE423 or permission.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
530
\nGIS Raster Analysis
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		GIS raster analysis, including local, neighborhood, and zonal operations, terrain analysis, building raster databases, distance modeling, and surface interpolation. (PR: GEO526 or GEO529 or permission)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
531
\nPrinciples of Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Scientific study of the earth using images and data captured using satellite- or aircraft-borne sensors, with emphasis on issues of acquisition, photogrammetric interpretation, spatial analysis, and application. (PR: GEO526 or GEO529 or GEO530 or permission)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
532
\nEnterprise GIS.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Principles and techniques for planning, implementing, and managing Geographic Information Systems technologies in a firm or agency. (PR: GEO526 or GEO529 or GEO530 or GEO531)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
434
\nFloods Hazards and GIS.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Application of principles of flood hazards preparation, disaster management, and mitigation using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
540
\nSpatial Statistics and GIS.
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Statistical methods applied to problem solving in geography and using GIS for display and analysis. Primary focus on descriptive and inferential spatial statistics, mapping, and spatial analysis of data. (PR: GEO526 and College Math or permission)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
550
\nExtreme Weather.
\n4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Basics of earth and atmospheric hazards including flooding, hurricanes, droughts, blizzards, tornadoes, and volcanic eruptions, and how to mitigate the impacts.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
554
\nDrones: Remote Sensing and GIS
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Learn FAA rules and safety procedures; prepare for Remote Pilot licensing exam; operate drones to collect remote sensing data; integrate sUAS imagery with existing GIS data.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
560
\nWeather Analysis
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Introduction to reading weather maps and meteorological analysis techniques including satellite and radar image interpretation and numerical weather prediction.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
580-584
\nSpecial Topics.
\n1-4 hrs.<\/td>\n		Selected geography subjects to cover unusual geography topics not in the regular course offerings of the department<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
585-588
\nIndependent Study.
\n1-4 hrs.<\/td>\n		<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
600 Level Courses<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
615 Geographic Thought
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Survey of the history, literature, prominent individuals, major concepts and paradigms in geography. The course emphasizes the integration of methods of geographic inquiry with each student\u2019s research focus and writing.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
616
\nGeographical Research Methods
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Students examine\/practice four research methods in Geography–qualitative, quantitative, GIScience, and field\/lab methods–and learn to choose among them and use them for their own research and analysis.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
617-619
\nSeminars in Geography
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Selected geography subjects\/topics not included in the regular course offerings of the department are considered, using a seminar approach to learning.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
620
\nTopics in Environmental Geography
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Presents elements of conservation education in the specific areas of soil, water, and human conservation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
623
\nRegions of North America.
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		This seminar course examines regional geographies of North America with an emphasis on the research and methods for delineation of regions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
631
\nAdvanced GIS Projects
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Use of advanced GIS techniques to solve community-service research problems. (PR: GEO526 or GEO529 or GEO530 or GEO531)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
634
\nGIS Database and Programming
\n3 hrs.<\/td>\n		Configuration and management of geospatial databases. Python scripting for analysis, geoprocessing, and workflow automation within a GIS environment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
679
\nPortfolio and Career Profile 1-4 hrs.<\/td>\n		<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
681
\nThesis.
\n1-6 hrs.<\/td>\n		<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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690
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