Course Descriptions
GEOG-1 Physical Geography
3 units lecture) CR/NC option CSU and UC A study of the
fundamentals of physical geography and their integrated
patterns of world distribution. The emphasis of this course is
on weather, climate, landforms, map interpretation, soils, and
natural vegetation. (CAN GEOG2)
GEOG-2 Cultural Geography
(3 units lecture) Grade Only CSU and UC This course deals
with aspects of culture including social, political and
economic factors that are related to a human’s perception,
organization and use of the environment. Evolution of
the global economy is covered along with the problems of
and prospects for development of selected regions from a
geographic perspective. Pacific Rim cultures are emphasized.
(CAN GEOG4)
GEOG-3F Field Geography of Northern California
(2 units lecture/lab) CR/NC option CSU Repeatable to a maximum of
two enrollments A field class designed to introduce students to
the many facets of geography through field trips to interesting
and important sites in Northern California. Recommended:
GEOG-1 Note: Field trips are included, but the College does not
provide transportation.
GEOG-125 Earthquakes
(0.5 units lecture/lab) CR/NC option An introduction to the study
of earthquakes and plate tectonics utilizing the San Andreas
as a model. Subjects to be covered are how earthquakes are
caused, where they occur and how they affect mankind.
Particular attention is paid to recognizing faults on maps, air
photos and in the field and to be able to recognize and deal
with hazardous situations.
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