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Course Descriptions for Geography
| GEOG-1 | Physical Geography | | CSU and UC | (3 units lecture) | | | 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-125 | Earthquakes | | (0.5 units lecture/lab) | | | 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. | | | | |
| | GEOG-2 | Cultural Geography | | CSU and UC | (3 units lecture) | | | 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 | | CSU | (2 units lecture/lab) | 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. | | |
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