GEO* 101 Introduction to Geography

Credits: 3

This is an introductory course in geography. The course introduces some of the many topics geographers examine to understand and explain the relationship between people and place. Topics include the basic understanding of physical earth-how mountains and lakes form, cultural patterns such as how languages in neighboring countries are related, population analysis like human migration trends, and economic analysis including growth and globalization. Geographic factors that underlie current political, social, and economic problems will also be explored.