| Capstone Project |
GEOG 16 |
- Apply critical-thinking skills to solve problems by generating, evaluating, and implementing geospatial solutions.
- Demonstrates knowledge of professional code of ethics, such as the GISCI GISP or ASPRS.
- Demonstrate knowledge of standard professional practices and organizations (URISA, ASPRS, GITA, USGIF, resumes).
- Develop, manage, complete, and evaluate a comprehensive geospatial project.
- Present data and project results in a meaningful format (i.e., digital, written, verbal, graphical).
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Cartography |
GEOG 12 |
- Categorize and describe different types of maps (thematic, reference…) and be able to give examples of how they are used.
- Describe the components of a map (map elements).
- Employ an appropriate geographic referencing system (datum, projection, coordinate system) for a given purpose.
- Select and apply ethical and appropriate data model, map scale, map elements, symbolization and color to produce maps that effectively communicate quantitative and qualitative geographic data.
- Critique maps for appropriate use of cartographic design principles.
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Elements of Physical Geography |
GEOG 1 |
- Apply geographical methodology in the interpretation of spatial relationships involving distance, area, and direction on the earth's surface.
- Examine the physical forces and processes which operate within the natural environment.
- Students will evaluate the impact of science on their daily lives
- Recognize and identify how physical processes differ from place to place on the globe.
- Define geography as an integrative discipline using examples of the Earth’s four spheres.
- Describe common patterns of temperature and temperature inversions, high and low pressure, ocean and land winds, global winds, rain and desert patterns.
- Compare and correlate the Earth’s major climates and biomes.
- Locate major physical features of Earth on a series of world maps.
- Distinguish between internal, mountain-building processes and external, landform-shaping processes.
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Elements of Physical geography - Honors |
GEOG 1H |
- Examine the physical forces and processes which operate within the natural environment.
- Recognize and identify how human and physical processes differ from place to place.
- Apply geographical methodology in the interpretation of spatial relationships involving distance, area and direction on the Earth’s surface.
- Define geography as an integrative discipline using examples of the Earth’s four spheres.
- Describe common patterns of temperature and temperature inversions, high and low pressure, ocean and land winds, global winds, rain and desert patterns.
- Compare and correlate the Earth’s major climates and biomes.
- Locate major physical features of Earth on a series of world maps.
- Distinguish between internal, mountain-building processes and external, landform-shaping processes.
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Geography of California |
GEOG 30 |
- Analyze the relationship between humans and the environment of California.
- Recognize and evaluate how human and physical processes differ from place to place and analyze the distributional and locational relationship of things in the state of California.
- Describe the physical processes that shape the natural environments of California.
- Explain patterns of urban development in the state and distinguish current trends in urban development in California.
- Explain the origins and development of agriculture and industry in California.
- Analyze the influence of varying cultural and ethnic groups in the shaping of the cultural landscapes of California.
- Analyze the use of natural resources in the state, particularly the role of water in the development of both the economic and social landscape of California.
- Identify and evaluate how human and physical processes differ from place to place and be able to analyze the distributional and locational relationship of things in the state of California.
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Geospatial Concepts |
GEOG 9 |
- Outline the development of cartography and mapping techniques
- Describe the size, shape and other geophysical properties of Earth.
- Categorize map projections based on their ability to preserve map conformality and equivalence
- Compare and contrast commonly used locational systems and datums
- Measure distances and areas from maps based on indicated scale
- Utilize the tools and methodologies used in navigation
- Interpret topographic representations on maps to identify physical geographic features and land forms
- Differentiate map feature generalization operations and evaluate their potential consequences
- Justify the use of certain map types for particular geographic applications
- Identify and interpret spatial patterns and relationships
- critique a map on its ability to communicate qualitative and quantitative information through its use of
symbolization, color, layout, orientation, scale, texture, classification schemes, and other cartographic elements
- Assess how maps can be used to mislead, entice, restrict, control, and propagandize
- Outline the key components and uses of a geographic information system (GIS)
- Distinguish among characteristics of remotely sensed data, sensing platforms, and aerial image analysis
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Geospatial Data Management and Acquisition |
GEOG 13 |
- Describe the collection of field data, digital conversion of existing hardcopy maps, and the construction of spatial data from known locations.
- Demonstrate basic proficiency to collect, record, and utilize spatial data and databases.
- Describe and explain the similarities and differences between data models as well as how data is treated differently within each format, to include the conversion of data between different formats.
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Human Geography |
GEOG 2 |
- Describe the tools and theories used in geographic research.
- Evaluate the relationship of humans and the environment.
- Analyze the spatial variation of humans and their activities around the world.
- Describe the scope of the discipline of geography and the tools used by geographers to study human processes on the earth.
- Analyze the spatial expression and cultural impacts of contemporary globalization.
- Describe the distribution of humans globally and explain the tools used by geographers to evaluate human population change.
- Synthesize theories of human migration to explain historical and contemporary patterns of human mobility.
- Explain spatial variation of and describe patterns of cultural and social expression including language, religion, ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, political processes, urbanization, development, agriculture, manufacturing and service economies.
- Describe human impacts on the environment including impacts of the use of renewable and non-renewable energy resources.
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Human Geography - Honors |
GEOG 2H |
- Analyze the spatial variation of humans and their activities around the world.
- Evaluate the relationship between humans and the environment.
- Describe the tools and theories used in geographic research.
- Describe the scope of the discipline of geography and the tools used by geographers to study human processes on the earth.
- Analyze the spatial expression and cultural impacts of contemporary globalization.
- Describe the distribution of humans globally and explain the tools used by geographers to evaluate human population change.
- Synthesize theories of human migration to explain historical and contemporary patterns of human mobility.
- Explain spatial variation of and describe patterns of cultural and social expression including language, religion, ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, political processes, urbanization, development, agriculture, manufacturing and service economies.
- Describe human impacts on the environment including impacts of the use of renewable and non-renewable energy resources.
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Introduction to Geographic Information Systems |
GEOG 10 (VOC) |
- Perform simple spatial data analysis using appropriate software.
- Apply principles of geographic data display to GIS problems.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate the results of GIS analysis through appropriate maps, documents and web pages.
- Manipulate geographic data and the fundamentals of geographic data structures
- Describe the fundamentals of cartography and the importance of map projections in constructing effective maps.
- Construct simple spatial databases.
- Analyze case studies of geographic problems and the procedures used to solve them.
- Perform simple spatial data analysis using appropriate software.
- Assess procedures necessary for spatial problem solving through the implementation of a method or tool.
- Explore GIS career opportunities in a discipline specific field.
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Physical Geography Laboratory |
GEOG 1L |
- Interpret maps.
- Construct maps using cartographic principles.
- Evaluate the impact of science on their daily lives
- Construct and interpret maps using cartographic principles.
- Apply principles of earth-sun relationships to concepts of time, seasonal variations in solar energy receipt and overall climatic patterns on earth.
- Perform functions of temperature and pressure change using lapse rates.
- Relate the distribution of vegetation to biomes and soil types.
- Analyze landform features through an understanding of tectonic processes as well as exogenic processes such as erosion and deposition.
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Physical Geography Laboratory - Honors |
GEOG 1LH |
- Interpret maps.
- Construct maps using cartographic principles.
- Students will evaluate the impact of science on their daily lives
- Construct and interpret maps using cartographic principles.
- Apply principles of earth-sun relationships to concepts of time, seasonal variations in solar energy receipt and overall climatic patterns on earth.
- Perform functions of temperature and pressure change using lapse rates.
- Relate the distribution of vegetation to biomes and soil types.
- Analyze landform features through an understanding of tectonic processes as well as exogenic processes such as erosion and deposition.
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Principles of Cultural Anthropology |
ANTH 5 |
- Students will be able to recognize the immense scope of the multi-faceted discipline of anthropology and explain the relationships between its basic areas of inquiry: physical anthropology, cultural anthropology, linguistics and archaeology.
- Students will be able to assess the historical development of anthropology as a Western academic discipline, giving particular attention to the significant contributions and perspectives of women, minority and non-Western cultural anthropologists.
- Students will be able to examine the basic conceptual framework which structures the anthropological study of humanity, identifying the crucial distinctions between ethnocentrism and the practice of cultural relativism.
- Students will be able to analyze the key methodological practices of cultural anthropology, with its major focus on pursuing ethnographic research through fieldwork.
- Students will be able to relate how the processes in any cultural system operate by analyzing the integrated, synergistic nature of all such systems.
- Students will be able to recognize the diversity of human cultures by contrasting comparative ethnographic information from a significant variety of world societies.
- Students will be able to critically evaluate the dynamics of culture change (both voluntary and involuntary), and apply this knowledge to understanding the complexities of culturally heterogeneous societies.
- Students will be able to analyze how anthropological knowledge and insights can be applied to current societal issues, and then be extrapolated to an analytic evaluation of humanity's future.
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Raster Methods |
GEOG 15 |
- Define and describe remote sensing and explain its applications and history.
- Define and describe basics of electromagnetic spectrum and interactions with various types of media.
- Describe commonly used remote sensing sensors and image acquisition methods.
- Select appropriate data set for remote sensing application based on spectral, temporal, radiometric and spatial resolution.
- Analyze and explain remote sensing purposes, advantages, and limitations.
- Describe characteristics of passive and active remote sensing systems (such as multispectral, LiDAR and Radar).
- Perform basic remote sensing workflows to solve problems (such as acquiring data, feature extraction, change detection, pre- and post-processing, create composite images and image classification).
- Apply basic concepts, methods and uses of accuracy assessment and ground truthing to the results of remote sensing workflows.
- Interpret, analyze and summarize results of a remote sensing
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Spatial Analysis |
GEOG 14 |
- Demonstrate skill in the GIS application. Such as the development process of Geodatabases including the interplay among the various components to ensure validation.
- Plan appropriate automation procedures and a user interface based on needs and available resources.
- Describe a GIS application through written and oral communications.
- Relate spatially-related data, mathematical formulas and scientific applications to their field of study.
- Prepare spatially-related data in a final presentation as a series of maps.
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World Regional Geography |
GEOG 5 |
- Evaluate the geographic situation, problems and prospects for each world region.
- Explain the geographic tools used in regional analysis.
- Analyze the spatial variation of human activities and physical processes in distinctive world regions.
- Define the concept of region in geographic analysis.
- Identify the location of the world’s countries, major urban centers, bodies of water, and other landform features.
- Explain patterns of physical processes in distinctive world regions including climate and landform evolution.
- Explain patterns of human processes in distinctive world regions including demographics, migration, language, religion, ethnicity, political processes, development and economic activities.
- Describe the physical, social, economic, political and cultural relationships between distinctive world regions.
- Evaluate the primary causes of deforestation in Southeast Asia.
- Analyze the impacts of colonialism in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Analyze the relationship between social, political and/or economic institutions and human behavior.
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