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GEOG 317 - Africa
Description:
Regional interpretation; distribution and activities of peoples in relation to physical and cultural patterns and various stages and problems of development. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 517 .
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: GA, SS
3 cr.
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GEOG 320 - Urban Geography
Description:
Physical characteristics, spatial patterns, functions, populations, land use, livelihood structures of cities. Possible field trip(s). Available for graduate credit as GEOG 520 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 120 or Instructor Consent
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: SS
3 cr.
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GEOG 330 - Urban and Regional Planning Analysis
Description:
Research methods for urban and regional planning. Design and implementation of citizen surveys. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 530 .
Prerequisites:
Geography students: GEOG 230 or Instructor Consent; CNR students: NRES 200 (or concurrent registration) or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 331 - Planning Theory and Ethics
Description:
Review of historical development of planning theories as they relate to planning practice in select cities in the US and the world. Emphasis on the origin and evolution of planning, and key issues that have confronted planning interventionists in developing solutions to fundamental problems of urban areas. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 531 .
Prerequisites:
Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 333 - Foundations of Geodesign
Description:
Introduction to Geodesign ideas and methods. Explore a Geodesign body of knowledge, consider the use of geospatial technologies in the design and planning professions, contemplate GIS for engaging and empowering the public in decision-making, and apply GIS for spatial data exploration, analysis, resource allocation, impact evaluation, and monitoring. 2 hrs lect, 2 hrs lab. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 533 .
Prerequisites:
Existing GIS experience or refresher course
3 cr.
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GEOG 341 - Geographic Information Systems I
Description:
Develop, use and maintain a geographic-based spatial information system (GIS) for resource management. Acquire and assess spatial data. Compare raster and vector data models. Computer-based geographic data handling, analysis, interpretation, and display. Cartographic and spatial modeling. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 541 .
Prerequisites:
Any geography, CNR, or environmental science course
3 cr.
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GEOG 342 - GIS Database Design and Data Modeling
Description:
Effectively construct, integrate, design and implement geodatabases. Examine storage, cataloging, maintenance and use of geospatial data within practical applications. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 542 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 341 and GEOG 343 , or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 343 - Geographic Information Systems II
Description:
Intermediate and advanced GIS techniques; integrate medium and large scale digital databases, use rectified aerial and satellite geographic base data. Principles and development of complex environmental and cultural spatial modeling, GIS programming concepts and applications. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 543 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 341 ; Recommended: GEOG 477
3 cr.
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GEOG 346 - Geospatial Field Techniques
Description:
Field investigations in the collection, handling, and assessment of geographic data using geospatial techniques. Application of experimental design, sampling strategies, surveying, GPS/GNSS, and UAS remote sensing in the constructions of GIS databases.
Prerequisites:
GEOG 260 , GEOG 341 , and GEOG 377 ; or Instructor Consent. Recommended: MATH 255
3 cr.
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GEOG 348 - Location Analytics
Description:
Geospatial technologies are routinely used for economic, business, and marketing applications. Linking geospatial locations to data analytics allows us to extract knowledge that is otherwise hidden. This course explains and demonstrates examples of consumer lifestyles, competitor interactions, transportation logistics, and location-allocation to solve location-based problems. Learn how to acquire, create, and utilize data related to business analytics. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 548 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 360 - Statistical and Multimedia Cartography
Description:
Statistical manipulation and symbolization of spatial data for map presentation. Acquire and handle quantitative data within a multimedia mapping environment. 2 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab per wk.
Prerequisites:
GEOG 260 or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 361 - Dynamic Cartography
Description:
Theory and practical applications of interactive mapping and hypermedia presentation. Survey of animated mapping, Web-based cartography, dynamic map displays and associated authoring tools within a multimedia environment. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 561 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 260 or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 362 - Map Design and Production
Description:
How the graphic elements of a map affect its physical and perceived structure. Graphic communication, design principles, and map production skills. 2 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab per wk.
Prerequisites:
GEOG 260 or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 377 - Remote Sensing I
Description:
Characteristics of aerial photographs and digital imagery. Use remote sensing materials to conduct resource inventories, land use evaluation, and landform analysis. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. May not earn credit in both GEOG 377 and NRES 377 . Available for graduate credit as GEOG 577 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 385 - Special Topics
Description:
Subtitle will designate topic of geographical interest. Possible field trip(s). May repeat for credit with different subtitle. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 585 .
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 390 - Applied Statistics in Geography
Description:
Survey geographic problems and quantitative problem solving methods; create or extract relevant data sets from published geographic resources; apply, interpret, and present appropriate spatial and nonspatial statistics.
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 260 and GEOG 241 ; Recommended: MATH 255
3 cr.
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GEOG 391 - Special Topics
Description:
Subtitile will designate topic of geographical interest. Possible field trip(s). May be repeated for credit with different subtitles. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 591 .
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 393 - Field Trip in Geography
Description:
Observe physical and cultural phenomena; required readings, field notebook and/or report. May be repeated for credit with change in locale or topic. May not earn credit in GEOG 393 and GEOL 393 under same locale or topic. Possible field trip fee. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 593 .
Prerequisites:
Intro level geography course
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: XL
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 395 - Directed Study
Description:
You may, with consent of the instructor, arrange for directed study of a geographical topic. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 595 .
Prerequisites:
One geography course, and Department Consent
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 399 - Research
Description:
You may arrange for a special research problem with consent of the instructor. Results will be publicly presented. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 599 .
Prerequisites:
Department Consent
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 430 - Advanced Urban and Regional Planning Analysis
Description:
Advanced techniques/methods of urban/regional planning. Social and economic analysis. Includes population analysis, income measures, linkages and flow studies, economy composition analysis, economic base analysis, input-output, project evaluation, and GIS applications. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 630 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 241 and either GEOG 330 or NRES 389 ; or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 433 - GIS and Geodesign for Sustainability and Resiliency
Description:
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Geodesign concepts and applications to support regional and community level sustainability and resiliency initiatives. Examination of spatial analysis topics and practices including sustainability/resiliency indicators, resource management, public participation, decision making and effective presentation. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 633 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 241 and GEOG 341
3 cr.
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GEOG 441 - GIS Programming and Customization
Description:
Customize GIS software for extended functionality and utility of the import, query, and display of geospatial information. Use and survey GIS programming languages to develop spatial applications and geographic models. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 641 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 341 and GEOG 343 , or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 443 - Mobile GIS Techniques
Description:
Principles and practical applications of mobile GIS. Mobile project design, development, synchronization, maintenance, and deployment. Field trips may be required. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 643 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 341 or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 445 - GIS Environmental Modeling and Management Techniques
Description:
GIS modeling techniques for natural resource managers and environmental scientists. GIS algorithms for recreational management, conservation, habitat suitability, watershed delineation, environmental pollution, land use planning, and natural disasters. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 645 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 341 and GEOG 343 , or Instructor Consent. Recommended: GEOG 377 and GEOG 477
3 cr.
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GEOG 447 - GIS Web Server Applications and Administration
Description:
Formulation and construction of web-based maps, spatial data and geoprocessing models. Examination of relevant properties, functionality, interoperability and geodata services. Basics of GIS web server systems, installation and operations. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Available for graduate credit as GEOG 647 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 341 and GEOG 343 , or Instructor Consent. Recommended: GEOG 342 and GEOG 441 , and working knowledge of computing and programming
3 cr.
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GEOG 477 - Remote Sensing II
Description:
Learn principles of remote sensor technology and apply them to inventory earth resources, detect and monitor pollution, and measure other environmental phenomena. Use visual analysis and computer-assisted digital imaging processing techniques to interpret various types of remote sensor imagery. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Possible field trip(s). Available for graduate credit as GEOG 677 .
Prerequisites:
Either GEOG 377 or NRES 377
3 cr.
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GEOG 480 - Internship in Geography
Description:
Supervised training program in geography in cooperation with public or private agencies. One credit is at least 60 hrs work. Credits and-or additional requirements set by instructor before registration. May be repeated once for up to 12 credits.
Prerequisites:
Junior or senior standing, 9 credits of 300/400 geography courses, and Internship Director Consent
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: XL
1-12 cr.
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GEOG 485 - Practicum in Geography
Description:
Practical experience in geography under faculty supervision. Proposed practicum requires consent of the chair. May be repeated for up to 6 credits.
Prerequisites:
Junior standing and Instructor Consent
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 490 - Senior Research
Description:
Capstone experience for geography majors. Define, devise, and pursue a plan to address an approved group problem. Communicate contribution for resolution of problem. Written and oral reports; may require field trips. Experience in team field work and projects.
Prerequisites:
Senior standing
3 cr.
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GEOG 491 - Senior Thesis
Description:
Individual capstone experience for geography majors seeking graduate or professional study. Define geographical problem, devise and pursue solution. Communicate findings in written paper and oral presentation.
Prerequisites:
Consent of 2 faculty. May extend over two consecutive semesters. Dept GPA 3.50 and senior standing.
3 cr.
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GEOG 496 - Community Development Practices
Description:
Processes and interactions between citizens, community officials, and planners in designing, planning, and implementing community development projects. Social and economic development projects and programs. May require fieldtrip(s). Available for graduate credit as GEOG 696 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 320 , and either GEOG 230 or NRES 388 , or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 497 - Geographic Information Science Capstone
Description:
Capstone experience for geographic information science majors. Describe, develop, and execute an approved group project. Communicate results or resolution of project through a written report and oral presentation.
Prerequisites:
Senior standing or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 503 - Processes of Environmental Degradation
Description:
Study why and how humans harm the physical environment; includes geographic, cultural, political, economic causes and consequences. Case studies from around the world. Possible field trip(s). Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 303 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 508 - Climate: Past, Present, and Future
Description:
Explore the physical mechanisms of how Earth’s climate changes over various timescales. Paleoclimatic techniques, modern weather data, and computer model simulations are used to investigate the geological and biological evidence of past, present, and future climate including global warming and its impacts. May not earn credit in both GEOG 508 and GEOL 508 . Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 308 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 512 - Geomorphology
Description:
Characteristics, origin, and development of landforms. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Possible field trip(s). Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 312 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 517 - Africa
Description:
Regional interpretation; distribution and activities of peoples in relation to physical and cultural patterns and various stages and problems of development. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 317 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 520 - Urban Geography
Description:
Physical characteristics, spatial patterns, functions, populations, land use, livelihood structures of cities. Possible field trip(s). Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 320 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 530 - Urban and Regional Planning Analysis
Description:
Research methods for urban and regional planning. Design and implementation of citizen surveys. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 330 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 531 - Planning Theory and Ethics
Description:
Review of historical development of planning theories as they relate to planning practice in select cities in the US and the world. Emphasis on the origin and evolution of planning, and key issues that have confronted planning interventionists in developing solutions to fundamental problems of urban areas. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 331 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 533 - Foundations of Geodesign
Description:
Introduction to Geodesign ideas and methods. Explore a Geodesign body of knowledge, consider the use of geospatial technologies in the design and planning professions, contemplate GIS for engaging and empowering the public in decision-making, and apply GIS for spatial data exploration, analysis, resource allocation, impact evaluation, and monitoring. 2 hrs lect, 2 hrs lab. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 333 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 541 - Geographic Information Systems I
Description:
Develop, use and maintain a geographic-based spatial information system (GIS) for resource management. Acquire and assess spatial data. Compare raster and vector data models. Computer-based geographic data handling, analysis, interpretation, and display. Cartographic and spatial modeling. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 341 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 542 - GIS Database Design and Modeling
Description:
Effectively construct, integrate, design and implement geodatabases. Examine storage, cataloging, maintenance and use of geospatial data within practical applications. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 342 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 541 and GEOG 543 , or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 543 - Geographic Information Systems II
Description:
Intermediate and advanced GIS techniques; integrate medium and large scale digital databases, use rectified aerial and satellite geographic base data. Principles and development of complex environmental and cultural spatial modeling, GIS programming concepts and applications. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 343 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 541 ; Recommended: GEOG 677
3 cr.
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GEOG 548 - Location Analytics
Description:
Geospatial technologies are routinely used for economic, business, and marketing applications. Linking geospatial locations to data analytics allows us to extract knowledge that is otherwise hidden. This course explains and demonstrates examples of consumer lifestyles, competitor interactions, transportation logistics, and location-allocation to solve location-based problems. Learn how to acquire, create, and utilize data related to business analytics. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 348 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 561 - Dynamic Cartography
Description:
Theory and practical applications of interactive mapping and hypermedia presentation. Survey of animated mapping, Web-based cartography, dynamic map displays and associated authoring tools within a multimedia environment. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 361 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 577 - Remote Sensing I
Description:
Characteristics of aerial photographs and digital imagery. Use remote sensing materials to conduct resource inventories, land use evaluation, and landform analysis. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. May not earn credit in both GEOG 577 and NRES 577 . Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 377 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 585 - Special Topics
Description:
Subtitle will designate topic of geographical interest. Possible field trip(s). May repeat for credit with different subtitle. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 385 .
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 591 - Special Topics
Description:
Subtitle will designate topic of geographical interest. Possible field trip(s). May be repeated for credit with different subtitles. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 391 .
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 593 - Field Trip in Geography
Description:
Observe physical and cultural phenomena; required readings, field notebook and/or report. May be repeated for credit with change in locale or topic. Possible field trip fee. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 393 .
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 595 - Directed Study
Description:
You may, with consent of the instructor, arrange for directed study of a geographical topic. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 395 .
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 599 - Research
Description:
You may arrange for a special research problem with consent of the instructor. Results will be publicly presented. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 399 .
Prerequisites:
Department Consent
1-3 cr.
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GEOG 630 - Advanced Urban and Regional Planning Analysis
Description:
Advanced techniques/methods of urban/regional planning. Social and economic analysis. Includes population analysis, income measures, linkages and flow studies, economy composition analysis, economic base analysis, input-output, project evaluation, and GIS applications. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 430 .
3 cr.
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GEOG 633 - GIS and Geodesign for Sustainability and Resiliency
Description:
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Geodesign concepts and applications to support regional and community level sustainability and resiliency initiatives. Examination of spatial analysis topics and practices including sustainability/resiliency indicators, resource management, public participation, decision making and effective presentation. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 433 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 541 or Instructor Consent; Geodesign Certificate students: GEOG 533 , GEOG 731
3 cr.
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GEOG 641 - GIS Programming and Customization
Description:
Customize GIS software for extended functionality and utility of the import, query, and display of geospatial information. Use and survey GIS programming languages to develop spatial applications and geographic models. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 441 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 541 and GEOG 543 , or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 643 - Mobile GIS Techniques
Description:
Principles and practical applications of mobile GIS. Mobile project design, development, synchronization, maintenance, and deployment. Field trips may be required. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 443 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 541
3 cr.
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GEOG 645 - GIS Environmental Modeling and Management Techniques
Description:
GIS modeling techniques for natural resource managers and environmental scientists. GIS algorithms for recreational management, conservation, habitat suitability, watershed delineation, environmental pollution, land use planning, and natural disasters. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 445 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 541 and GEOG 543 , or Instructor Consent. Recommended: GEOG 577 and GEOG 677
3 cr.
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GEOG 647 - GIS Web Server Applications and Administration
Description:
Formulation and construction of web-based maps, spatial data and geoprocessing models. Examination of relevant properties, functionality, interoperability and geodata services. Basics of GIS web server systems, installation and operations. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 447 .
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 541 and GEOG 543 , or Instructor Consent. Recommended: GEOG 542 , GEOG 641 and working knowledge of computing and programming
3 cr.
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GEOG 677 - Remote Sensing II
Description:
Learn principles of remote sensor technology and apply them to inventory earth resources, detect and monitor pollution, and measure other environmental phenomena. Use visual analysis and computer-assisted digital imaging processing techniques to interpret various types of remote sensor imagery. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Possible field trip(s). Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 477 .
Prerequisites:
Either GEOG 577 or NRES 577
3 cr.
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GEOG 696 - Community Development Practices
Description:
Processes and interactions between citizens, community officials, and planners in designing, planning, and implementing community development projects. Social and economic development projects and programs. May require fieldtrip(s). Available for undergraduate credit as GEOG 496 .
Prerequisites:
GEOG 520 or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOG 731 - Geodesign Methods
Description:
Geodesign process methods and techniques for the planning and design fields. Data collection, analysis, visualization, communication. resource allocation, impact evaluation, and monitoring using geospatial technologies.
3 cr.
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GEOG 733 - Geospatial Approaches to Conservation Design and Adaptation
Description:
Discussion and lab course designed specifically for students in the Capstone Certificate in Geodesign. Explore and use applications of GIS particularly related to landscape ecology, environmental analysis and conservation design.
Prerequisites:
Both GEOG 630 and GEOG 731
3 cr.
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GEOG 734 - Geodesign Capstone
Description:
Culmination of the Geodesign Capstone Certificate Program. Demonstrate skills, knowledge, and application of the Geodesign knowledge domains by addressing Geodesign problems in society and/or the workforce.
Prerequisites:
All of the following: GEOG 630 , GEOG 633 , GEOG 731 , GEOG 733
3 cr.
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GEOG 779 - Geographic Techniques for Educators and Professionals
Description:
Teachers/professionals examine, develop, and apply one or more spatial technique(s). Acquisition/assessment of spatial data, computer-based geographic data handling, aggregation, translation, analysis, interpretation and mapping of geographic information. Possible fieldtrip(s). Subtitle will designate topic.
1-3 cr.
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GEOL 100 - Geology and Science
Description:
Introduction to scientific inquiry as it applies to understanding human interactions with the physical environment. Possible field trip(s). 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Group work required.
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: NSC; AAS: NW
3 cr.
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GEOL 104 - Physical Geology
Description:
Introduction to study of minerals and rocks and processes that act upon and within the earth. Possible field trip(s). 3 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk.
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: NSC; AAS: LS, NW
4 cr.
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GEOL 106 - Earth History
Description:
Development of the earth through time.
Prerequisites:
GEOL 104 (or concurrent registration)
General Education Designation(s):
AAS: LS, NW
1 cr.
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GEOL 150 - Planetary Geology
Description:
Introduction to the geology of planets, moons, and other smaller planetary bodies in our solar system, focusing on the formation, evolution, and present nature of these planetary bodies using a geologic and astrophysical approach. May not earn credit in both GEOL 150 and ASTR 150 .
Prerequisites:
High School Algebra
General Education Designation(s):
AAS: NW
3 cr.
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GEOL 170 - Disasters - Living on the Edge
Description:
Study of various environmental hazards, their causes, impacts on humans, and mitigations. Core topics include: earthquakes, volcanoes, flooding, landslides, tornadoes, hurricanes, climate change/global warming, nuclear hazards, and overpopulation. Additional topics may include: coastal hazards, environmental pollution, extreme weather, impacts from space, extinctions, biohazards, chemical hazards, and terrorism. May not earn credit in both GEOL 170 and GEOG 170 .
General Education Designation(s):
AAS: LS, NW
4 cr.
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GEOL 198 - Reading in the Discipline
Description:
Does not apply to geology minor.
Prerequisites:
Concurrent registration in another designated geology course
1 cr. pass/fail
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GEOL 308 - Climate: Past, Present, and Future
Description:
Explore the physical mechanisms of how Earth’s climate changes over various timescales. Paleoclimatic techniques, modern weather data, and computer model simulations are used to investigate the geological and biological evidence of past, present, and future climate including global warming and its impacts. May not earn credit in both GEOL 308 and GEOG 308 . Available for graduate credit as GEOL 508 .
3 cr.
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GEOL 312 - Geomorphology
Description:
Characteristics, origin, and development of landforms. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. May not earn credit in both GEOL 312 and GEOG 312 . Possible field trip(s). Available for graduate credit as GEOL 512 .
Prerequisites:
Either GEOL 104 or GEOG 101 , or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOL 330 - Environmental Geology
Description:
Apply geological principles to understand and solve problems associated with human interaction with the physical environment, including soil and rock mechanics, slope stability, land subsidence, earthquakes, coastal erosion, and resource extraction. Field trip(s) required. 2 hrs lec and 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for graduate credit as GEOL 530 .
Prerequisites:
GEOL 104
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: ER; AAS: LS, SER
3 cr.
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GEOL 370 - Glacial Geology
Description:
Origin and development of glacial features and related phenomena over the last three million years. Possible field trip(s). Available for graduate credit as GEOL 570 .
Prerequisites:
Either GEOL 104 or GEOG 101
3 cr.
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GEOL 383 - Hydrogeology
Description:
Hydrologic budgets, occurrence and movement of groundwater, flow net analysis, well hydraulics and interpretation of aquifer pumping tests, well head protection. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. May not earn credit in both GEOL 383/WATR 383 . Available for graduate credit as GEOL 583 .
Prerequisites:
GEOL 104 or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOL 390 - Environmental Policy and Geology
Description:
This field-based course examines how geology shapes the options and effectiveness of environmental policies. Students will study the interaction of policy and geology while traveling to sites in select regions of the U.S. (regions may vary). May not earn credit in both GEOL 390 and POLI 390 .
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: IS
3 cr.
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GEOL 391 - Special Topics
Description:
Subtitle will designate geologic topic. May be repeated for credit with different subtitles.
Prerequisites:
GEOL 104 or equivalent
1-3 cr.
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GEOL 393 - Field Trip in Geology
Description:
Observe geological phenomena; readings, field notebook and/or report. May be repeated for credit with change in locale or topic. Possible field trip(s). May not earn credit in GEOL 393 and GEOG 393 under same locale or topic. Available for graduate credit as GEOL 593 .
Prerequisites:
Intro geology course
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: XL
1-3 cr.
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GEOL 395 - Directed Study
Description:
You may arrange for directed study of a geological topic with consent of the instructor. Available for graduate credit as GEOL 595 .
Prerequisites:
Instructor Consent and a 300 level geology course
1-3 cr.
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GEOL 399 - Research
Description:
You may arrange for a special research problem. Results will be publicly presented.
Prerequisites:
Department Consent or Supervising Instructor Consent
1-3 cr.
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GEOL 480 - Internship in Geology
Description:
Supervised training program in geology in cooperation with public or private agencies. One cr equals at least 60 hrs work. Credits and/or addl requirements set by instr before registration. May be repeated once for up to 12 credits.
Prerequisites:
Junior or senior standing, and 9 credits of 300/400 geology courses, and Internship Director Consent
General Education Designation(s):
GEP: XL
1-12 cr.
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GEOL 485 - Practicum in Geology
Description:
Practical experience in geology under faculty supervision. Proposed practicum requires consent of the chair. May be repeated for 6 cr max.
Prerequisites:
Junior standing and Instructor Consent
1-3 cr.
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GEOL 487 - Groundwater Geochemistry
Description:
Factors and processes controlling the chemistry of subsurface waters including mineral solubility, complexation, redox reactions, ion exchange, and absorption; hydrochemical behavior of contaminants. May not earn credit in both GEOL 487 and WATR 487 . Available for graduate credit as GEOL 687 .
Prerequisites:
GEOL 104 and either CHEM 106 or CHEM 117 , or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GEOL 490 - Senior Research
Description:
Capstone experience for geoscience majors. Define, devise, and pursue a plan to address an approved group problem. Communicate contribution for resolution of problem. Written and oral reports; may require field trips. Experience in team field work and projects.
Prerequisites:
Declared Geoscience major and senior standing
3 cr.
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GEOL 491 - Senior Thesis
Description:
Individual capstone experience for geoscience majors seeking graduate or professional study. Define geological problem, devise and pursue a solution. Communicate findings in written paper and oral presentation. May extend over two consecutive semesters.
Prerequisites:
Consent of two faculty, declared Geoscience major, Dept. GPA of 3.50 and senior standing
3 cr.
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GEOL 508 - Climate: Past, Present, and Future
Description:
Explore the physical mechanisms of how Earth’s climate changes over various timescales. Paleoclimatic techniques, modern weather data, and computer model simulations are used to investigate the geological and biological evidence of past, present, and future climate including global warming and its impacts. May not earn credit in both GEOL 508 and GEOG 508 . Available for undergraduate credit as GEOL 308 .
3 cr.
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GEOL 512 - Geomorphology
Description:
Characteristics, origin, and development of landforms. Possible field trip(s). 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOL 312 .
3 cr.
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GEOL 530 - Environmental Geology
Description:
Apply geological principles to understand and solve problems associated with human interaction with the physical environment, including soil and rock mechanics, slope stability, land subsidence, earthquakes, coastal erosion, and resource extraction. Field trip(s) required. 2 hrs lec and 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOL 330 .
3 cr.
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GEOL 570 - Glacial Geology
Description:
Origin and development of glacial features and related phenomena over the last three million years. Possible field trip(s). Available for undergraduate credit as GEOL 370 .
3 cr.
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GEOL 583 - Hydrogeology
Description:
Hydrologic budgets, occurrence and movement of groundwater, flow net analysis, well hydraulics and interpretation of aquifer pumping tests, well head protection. 2 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab per wk. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOL 383 .
3 cr.
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GEOL 593 - Field Trip in Geology
Description:
Observe geological phenomena; readings, field notebook and/or report. May be repeated for credit with change in locale or topic. Possible field trip(s). Available for undergraduate credit as GEOL 393 .
1-3 cr.
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GEOL 595 - Directed Study
Description:
You may arrange for directed study of a geological topic with consent of the instructor. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOL 395 .
Prerequisites:
Instructor Consent
1-3 cr.
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GEOL 687 - Groundwater Geochemistry
Description:
Factors and processes controlling the chemistry of subsurface waters including mineral solubility, complexation, redox reactions, ion exchange, and absorption; hydrochemical behavior of contaminants. Available for undergraduate credit as GEOL 487 .
3 cr.
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GEOL 730 - Environmental Geology for Educators
Description:
Examine effects that earth materials and geologic processes have on humans and society, emphasizing natural geologic hazards. Exposure to resources for teaching environmental geology including the Internet.
1 cr.
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GERM 101 - First Semester German
Description:
For students with no previous training in the language, or by placement exam.
General Education Designation(s):
AAS: IK
4 cr.
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GERM 102 - Second Semester German
Description:
Continuation of GERM 101 .
Prerequisites:
GERM 101 or by placement exam
General Education Designation(s):
AAS: IK
4 cr.
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GERM 211 - Third Semester German
Description:
Intensive grammar review.
Prerequisites:
GERM 102 or by placement exam
General Education Designation(s):
AAS: HC
4 cr.
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GERM 212 - Fourth Semester German
Description:
Continuation of GERM 211 .
Prerequisites:
GERM 211 or by placement exam
General Education Designation(s):
AAS: HC
4 cr.
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GERM 243 - German Literature in Translation
Description:
Selected readings; subtitle will indicate focus. Does not count toward German major/minor. May repeat for credit with different subtitles.
Prerequisites:
Sophomore standing or Instructor Consent
3 cr.
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GERM 313 - Developing Speaking Proficiency
Description:
Skill development of speaking in a second language.
Prerequisites:
GERM 212 or by placement exam
3 cr.
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