GEOG 2102

From volcanic and mountainous landscapes, through coasts and wetlands, to the subterranean realm of caves, the Earth’s natural environments are constantly changing. Building on foundational Earth science concepts, students will explore the dynamic processes shaping these diverse and wondrous landscapes. They will also investigate a variety of human interactions with these landscapes, with particular attention to environmental issues such as climate change and resource depletion. Students will learn through classroom lessons, hands-on labs, and field trips, and apply a variety of cartographic, qualitative, and quantitative techniques commonly used in physical geography. Special emphasis will be placed on collecting and analyzing environmental data from various local landscapes.