Course Description
This course is a spatial study of the Earth's dynamic physical systems and processes. Students have the opportunity to explore topics such as Earth-sun geometry, weather, climate, water, landforms, soil, and the biosphere. Emphasis is on the interrelationships among environmental and the diverse human systems and processes that result in various patterns and distributions. Students also have the opportunity to explore the various tools of geographic inquiry, including maps, remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
Units: 3
Credit - Degree Applicable Transferable to both UC and CSU
Course Details
- Grade Options: Letter Grade, Pass/No Pass
- In-Class Lecture Hours: 48 鈥� 54
- In-Class Lab Hours: 0
Requisites and Advisories
- Prerequisites: None
- Co-Requisites: None
- Advisory: None
Transfer Details
- CSU/UC:
Transferable to both UC and CSU - WVC GE: Area A-5: Natural Sciences
- CSU GE: Area B1 - Physical Sciences
- UC/IGETC GE: Area 5A - Physical Sciences
- C-ID: GEOG 110 - Introduction to Physical Geography