312 313 Geogr 2923. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) (Offered as needed) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Geogr 2950. Elementary Regional Field Studies (1-3) Su The study of specific geographic regions, utilizing field observations, lectures, and individual student research. Geogr 3050. Weather and Climate (3) S The advanced study of the processes that produce global climate patterns; analysis of the prospects and possible repercussions of global climate change; and an examination of climatic anomalies such as El Nino, hurricanes, tornadoes and other unusual phenomena. Geogr 3060. World Environmental Issues (3) S A study of global and local environmental issues such as changing air and water quality, food production, waste management, and other topics. The course identifies strategies for creating healthier and more sustainable ways of living within our natural and built environments. Prerequisite: Geogr PS/SI1010, or Botany LS1403, or the equivalent. Geogr 3070. Wetland Environments (3) F Analysis of physical properties, values, economic, and legal issues associated with wetland environments. Since wetlands in different places have many different attributes, a detailed examination is made of wetland environments in different parts of the United States. Geogr 3210. Urban Geography (3) F The study of cities as elements of the landscape, their distribution, location, and structure, as related to their physical setting, economic function, and cultural inheritance. Geogr 3300. Historical Geography of the United States (3) S A geographic analysis of America's past featuring an examination of cultural development in different parts of the United States and how this has produced many distinct regional landscapes throughout the country. Geogr 3360. Economic Geography (3) S The spatial structure of the world's resources, production, commerce, and economic problems. Geogr 3390. Aerial Photo Interpretation (3) (Offered as needed) The use of aerial photos to interpret geographic phenomena. One lecture and two 3-hour labs a week. Geogr 3450. Cartography (3) F An introduction to map making, to include the history of cartography, the development of map components with emphasis on map projections, grid systems, scale, direction, and symbol design. Particular attention will be paid to the creation of maps using both manual and digital (computer and computer-assisted) techniques. The course also will deal with map reading skills for spatial analysis, orientation, and land navigation. One lecture and two 3-hour labs per week. Geogr 3460. Advanced Cartography (3) S The advanced study of maps and their role in portraying geographic data. Emphasis will be placed on various digital (computer and computer-aided) mapping techniques that categorize geographic data and illustrate this information in map form. The course will also examine cartographic visualization, databases, and production. Prerequisite: Geogr 3450 or permission of instructor. One lecture and two 3-hour labs per week. Geogr 3500. Geography of Utah (3) F A study of the physical environment and activities of man in Utah. Geogr DV3540. Geography of Latin America (3) F Addresses topics relating to Latin America's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, social structure, spatial organization, and economic activities. Current issues relating to culture and society in Latin America are analyzed within the context of its colonial inheritance and its future prospects. Geogr DV3590. Geography of Europe (3) F Addresses topics relating to Europe's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, social structure, wealth, spatial organization, and economic activities. Current issues and social conditions within Europe and its major subdivisions are discussed and analyzed. Geogr DV3620. Geography of Russia and the Former USSR (3) (alternate years) Addresses topics relating to Russia's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender and age structure, class structure, spatial organization, and economic activities. Current social and economic conditions in Russia and its Near Abroad are analyzed within the context of the breakup of the former Soviet Union. Geogr DV3640. Geography of Asia (3) Addresses topics relating to Asia's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, social structure, spatial organization, and economic activities. Current societies in Asia are analyzed with special attention given to their colonial inheritance and future prospects. Geogr DV3660. Geography of China and Japan (3) 5 Covers subjects dealing with the area's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, social structure, spatial organization, and economic activities. Current topics relating to social conditions within China and Japan are analyzed and compared. Geogr DV3740. Geography of Africa (3) S The study of Africa's natural environment, ethnic diversity, and regional differences in culture, gender, age, class, societal structure, wealth, spatial organization, and economic activities. Current socioeconomic conditions in Africa are analyzed within the context of its colonial inheritance and its future outlook. Geogr 3780. Geographic Area Studies (1-3) Surveys different geographic areas and regions of the world. When this number is used it will be accompanied by a descriptive title and the credit authorized, which will appear on the student's transcript. May be repeated for credit when a different title is used. Geogr 3810. History of Geographic Thought (3) (alternate years) A study of the development of the science of geography, giving attention to its changes in emphasis and philosophy. Prerequisite: Junior standing. Geogr SI4050. Quantitative Methods in Geography (3) F The gathering and analysis of spatial data. Hypothesis testing and the use of selected computer statistical packages. Prerequisite: Quantitative Literacy. Two lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Geogr 4410. Land Use Planning Techniques and Practices (3) F A study of the status and tools of planning, planning office organization, the federal and state role in planning, and problems in planning. Geogr 4420. Advanced Planning Techniques (3) S A study of the enabling legislation for planning, zoning laws and ordinances, rezoning and review processes, zoning problems, and the ramifications of urban growth. The preparation, financing, citizen participation and evaluation of land use pertaining to general plans. Class groups will prepare, critique, and present a draft urban general plan. Geogr 4800. Individual Research (1-3) Su, F, S A personalized course designed to foster individual research and scientific writing. Geogr 4890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Su, F, S Open to all students in Geography who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. A maximum of six credit hours will be accepted toward a major in geography. Geogr 4923. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-3) (Offered as needed) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student's transcript. Geogr 4950. Advanced Regional Field Studies (1-3) S A directed study of specific geographic regions utilizing field observations, lectures, and individual student research. Prerequisite: A general course in Geography or consent of the instructor. Geogr SI4990. Research Seminar (3) S A course in which hypothetico-deductive research methods and other quantitative techniques are applied to geographic problems. Prerequisites: Geogr SI4050 and upper division standing. Geogr 5030. Geography for Teachers (3) (Offered as needed) Science content course for teachers in the M.Ed. Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Course may be repeated. Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program. Department History Chair: Dr. Lee Sather Location: Social Science Building, Room 234 Telephone Contact: Natalie McBride 801-626-6706 Professors: James A. Dolph, Richard Sadler, Lee Sather, Gene A. Sessions, Richard Ulibarri; Associate Professors: LaRae Larkin, Kathryn L. MacKay; Assistant Professors: William Allison, Sara E. D. Ewert, Oliver Griffin, J. Henry Ibarguen, Gregory S. Lewis, Susan J. Matt; Instructor: Stephen Francis History is a record of political, social and cultural events and achievements of humankind. Historians analyze and evaluate this record in an attempt to understand and interpret the present. The history offerings are designed to: provide adequate programs to prepare teachers; prepare students who plan to do graduate work; and provide courses which contribute to the general education of all students. history major History Teaching Major » Program Prerequisite: Not required for History major. History Teaching majors must meet the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department in this catalog). » Minor: Required. The Public History Emphasis may be substituted for a minor. » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses applied toward this major (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation on page 36. History Teaching majors must achieve an overall GPA of 3.00 or the last 30 semester hours with a GPA of 3.25 for admission to the Teacher Education program. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation - a minimum of 36 of these is required within the major. A total of 40 upper division credit hours is required (courses numbered 3000 and above) ~ 21 of these are required within the major. Advisement History majors are required to meet with their faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. They must also meet with their advisor and the department chair before registration for Hist 4990. Call 801-626-6706 for additional information or to schedule an appointment. Teaching majors are also encouraged to consult with advisors in the Jerry and Vickie Moyes College of Education (call 801-626-6269). Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (see page 18). There are no special admission or application requirements for the History major. Teaching majors must meet the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department). General Education Refer to pages 36-41 for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. Any of the following general education courses required for the History major may also be applied toward the Social Science general education requirement: Hist SS1010 and SS/DV1020. Course Requirements for B.A. or B.S. Degree History Courses Required (18 credit hours) Hist SS1010 World History to 1500 c.e. (3) Hist SS/DV1020 World History from 1500 c.e. to the Present (3) Hist 2000 The Nature of History (3) Hist 2700 History of the U.S. to 1877 (3) Hist 2710 History of the U.S. since 1877 (3) All the above should be taken before upper-division course work (courses numbered 3000 and above). LibSci TD2201 and Engl EN2010 are prerequisites for Hist 2000. Hist 4990* Seminar 3 * Should be taken during senior year. Upper Division Elective Courses (18 credit hours) Select at least one course in each area. Teaching majors must select either Hist DV4110 or 4130 as part of their program. PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GEN ED FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science A Teehnotogy CEET CS MFET/MET CMT CDGT ENGR AUT0SV/AUT0TC IDT SST TBE COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG ECON/QUANT IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC Weber State Universit 2002-2003 Catalog cls DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY ■■■■■ BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social & Behavioral MCJ/CJ ECON GEOGR HIST" POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO AEROSP MILSCI NAVSCI 11 W E B E R State 2002-2003 Universit Catalog