GEOG 121 Physical Geography
Provides liberal arts and non-science majors an introduction to the major physical subsystems of the planet earth. Topics studied include: weather, climate, climate change, climate classifications, plate tectonics, volcanism, earthquakes, erosion/deposition, glaciers, coastal processes, oceans, marine ecology. Maps and map use is introduced as an embeded skill.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: College level reading and writing skills (
WR 121) are strongly recommended for success in this course.
Offered
Offered Fall only
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AAOT Science/Math Non Lab, AGS Social Science, AAOT Science/Math Lab Course, AS Physical Science,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Recognize interplay between natural forces and humans.