Geography (GEO)

Introduction to Physical Geography - GEO 200

https://courses.vccs.edu/courses/GEO200-IntroductiontoPhysicalGeography

Effective: 2023-05-01

Course Description

Examines the global patterns and processes of the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere, and hydrosphere. Explores Earth?s physical systems and the interrelationships among them through studying Earth-Sun geometry, climate and weather phenomena, landforms, biomes, and environmental change.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

This course emphasizes scientific inquiry and the scientific method in the study of Earth?s natural systems. The course presents a survey of foundational knowledge essential for understanding Earth systems and human-environment relations.

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People and the Land: Intro to Cultural Geography - GEO 210

https://courses.vccs.edu/courses/GEO210-PeopleandtheLandIntrotoCulturalGeography

Effective: 2023-05-01

Course Description

Provides an introduction to themes in human geography and the ways in which human geographers study spatial relationships in the world. Emphasizes geospatial tools and concepts to examine global patterns of human demographics, culture, geopolitics, and economic and environmental interdependence through introduction to a broad range of subject matter. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

This course emphasizes geographic literacy, awareness of and engagement with global issues, and cultural diversity. The course uses a thematic approach and requires students to think critically about and apply geographic concepts to contemporary topics, appreciating the impacts of individual and collective actions.

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World Regional Geography - GEO 220

https://courses.vccs.edu/courses/GEO220-WorldRegionalGeography

Effective: 2023-05-01

Course Description

Examines similarities and differences among the world?s major regions. Evaluates ways in which people and places interact across space and time to produce particular spatial and environmental patterns. Introduces the student to geographic tools such as maps. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

This course applies geographical concepts to analyze events and issues in contemporary or historical contexts. It is designed to enhance the knowledge and understanding of various themes in each major region of the world with a focus on the geographical context of events. It also demonstrates the increasing role globalization plays in forming interconnections between places and regions.

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Economic Geography - GEO 225

https://courses.vccs.edu/courses/GEO225-EconomicGeography

Effective: 2022-05-01

Course Description

Introduces the subfield of human geography by focusing on the key interactions of people, space, and economics. Familiarizes students with economic, geographic, political and demographic factors that impact international target markets and trade activity. Focuses on levels of development, urban areas, globalization, and international trade
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

GEO 225 explores and recognizes the role of economics within the context of society and throughout history. This course enhances the knowledge and understanding of various economic institutions with a focus on the geographical context of events. This course identifies major economic policies and decisions while understanding their international implications.

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Political Geography - GEO 230

https://courses.vccs.edu/courses/GEO230-PoliticalGeography

Effective: 2022-05-01

Course Description

Examines the influence of geography on political systems and nation states. Discusses historic and current events including campaigns, wars, trade, and treaties as functions of land, resources and energy requirements. Introduces students to types and uses of maps
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

GEO 230 provides understanding and recognition of the role of geopolitics within the context of society and throughout history. The course enhances the knowledge and understanding of various political institutions with a focus on the geographical context of events. Students will identify major geopolitical policies and decisions while developing a deeper understanding of the international implications.

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