288 289 » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses required for this major. An overall GPA of 3.00 is required for admission to the Teacher Education program. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 183 credit hours is required for graduation — a minimum of 53 of these is required within the major. A total of 60 upper division credit hours is required (courses numbered 300 and above) — 27-39 of these are required within the major. Advisement Teaching majors are encouraged to consult with advisors in both the College of Science (call 626-6945) and the College of Education (call 626-6269). Admissions Requirements Geography Teaching majors must satisfy Teacher Education admission and certification requirements. (See Teacher Education Department in this catalog). Core and General Education Refer to pages 32-36 of this catalog for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. The following General Education courses required for the Geography Teaching major also will satisfy General Education requirements: Geogr PS101, Geogr SSI 10, and Geogr SS152. Course Requirements for B.S. or B.A. Degree Geography Courses Required (24 credit hours) Physical Geography 5 World Regional Geography 5 Geography of the U.S. and Canada 5 Quantitative Methods in Geogr 3 Geography of Utah 3 Seminar 3 Electives (6-10 credit hours) Select two of the following, including one non-western or third world region. Geogr 354 Geogr of Latin America Geogr 359 Geography of Europe Geogr 362 Geogr of Russia & Former USSR Geogr 364 Geogr of the Middle East Geogr 365 Geogr of India and SE Asia Geogr 366 Geogr of China and Japan Geogr 374 Geography of Africa Geogr 378 Geographic Area Studies 1 Technique Courses (6-8 credit hours) Select two of the following. Geogr 339 Geogr 345 Geogr 346 Geogr 421 Geogr 422 Additional Upper Division Courses (11-17 credit hours) Students must take 11-17 additional upper division hours. These may be physical, cultural, regional, or technique courses. Support courses in related majors are encouraged. Geography Teaching majors are also required to take Educ 450, Teaching Social Studies in Grades 5-12, (3) in addition to the courses required by the Teacher Education program. Geogr PS101 Geogr SS110 Geogr SS152 Geogr 205 Geogr 350 Geogr 499 Aerial Photo Interpretation Cartographic Drafting Cartographic Principles/Techniq Intro to GIS Technical Issues in GIS Geography '■ '.iBbBfcrttailBfc MINOR AND TEACHING MiNOlfl|H|| » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C-" or better in courses used toward the minor in addition to an overall GPA for these courses of 2.00 or higher. » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 25 credit hours in Geography courses. Students who select the Geography Teaching Minor must satisfy the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department in this catalog). Course Requirements for Minor Geography Courses Required (15 credit hours) Geogr PS101 Physical Geography 5 Geogr SSI 10 World Regional Geogr 5 Geogr SS152 Geography of the U.S. & Canada 5 Elective Geography Courses (10 credit hours) Select 10 additional credit hours of upper division Geography courses. Geography Teaching minors are also required to take Educ 450, Teaching Social Studies in Grades 5-12, (3) in addition to the courses required by the Teacher Education program. Suggested Course Sequence The following suggested course sequence is provided to assist students in planning their schedules. Use this only as a guideline and be sure to consult with an advisor. Geogr 101 Gen Ed/Elect Total Hrs. Geogr 205 Gen Ed/Elect Total Hrs. Geogr 339 Geogr 345 Gen Ed/Elect Total Hrs. Geogr 330 Electives Total Hrs. 5 11 16 3 11 16 3 3 9 15 12 15 Geogr 110 Gen Ed/Elect Total Hrs. Geogr113 Gen Ed/Elect Total Hrs. Geogr 305 Electives Total Hrs. Geogr 321 Geogr 499 Electives Total Hrs. 5 11 16 4 11 15 4 11 15 3 3 9 15 Geogr 152 Gen Ed/Elect Total Hrs. Geogr 295 Electives Total Hrs. :■■■:■** ■ " ■ AV/I\ l>J I Geogr 378 Electives Total Hrs. Geogr 336 Geogr 495 Electives Total Hrs. 5 10 15 2 13 15 3 12 15 3 2 10 15 Asian Studies MINOR The Geography area participates in the Asian Studies Minor Program. Students who wish to enroll should indicate their desire to do so with the program representative who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) Latin American Studies MINOR The Geography Program participates in the Latin American Studies Program. A student who wishes to enroll should meet with the Latin American Studies Coordinator who will help the student work out a proper combination of courses to fit her/his particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) Urban and Regional Planning ^5*B EMPHASIS This program provides a special emphasis in Urban and Regional Planning for majors in Botany, Economics, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Microbiology, Political Science, Sociology, Zoology, and related fields. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) GEOGRAPHY COURSES - GEOGR PS101. Physical Geography (5) Su, A, W, S A study of the physical elements of the environment, e.g., landforms, weather, climate, natural vegetation, hydrology and soils, and their integrated patterns of world distribution. SSI 10. World Regional Geography (5) Su, A, W, S A consideration of the different countries and regions as bound together by environment, culture, economic activities, and past migrations. PS 113. Introduction to Meteorology (4) A, W, S The study of the atmosphere and the weather elements of the atmosphere including solar energy, temperature, moisture, pressure, winds and the resulting weather conditions. Weather forecasting is also considered. Four lectures per week. PS135. Principles of Earth Science (5) A, W, S A preliminary study of the Earth's systems. Through the use of lecture, laboratory analysis, data collection, peer interaction groups, problem solving, field experiences, and individual out-of-class observations this course will develop an appreciation and understanding of the Earth's systems. It will also emphasize awareness of human roles in the proper use, management and preservation of the natural environment. Four lectures and one 3-hour lab per week; several of the labs are field trips requiring an additional field trip fee. (Same as Geosci PS135). Recommended for elementary education majors. SSI52. Geography of the United States and Canada (5) A, W, S A thematic study of physical and cultural patterns that form distinctive regions in the United States and Canada. 205. Quantitative Methods in Geography (3) A The gathering and analysis of spatial data. Hypothesis testing and the use of selected computer statistical packages. Prerequisite: Math competency. Two lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. 289. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) Su, A, W, 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. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) (Offered as needed) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 295. Elementary Regional Field Studies (1-5) 5 The study of specific geographic regions, utilizing field observations, lectures, and individual student research. 305. Geography of Climates (4) 5 A study of climate controls, climate classification, and the distribution of climatic types over the world. Four lectures a week. Prerequisite: Geogr PS 101 or Geogr PS 113. 315. Geomorphology (4) The study of land forms and processes associated with their origin. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Geosci 112 or consent of instructor. (Same as Geosci 315). 321. Urban Geography (3) W 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. 330. Political Geography (5) A A study of systematic and regional aspects of world political patterns. An analysis is made of international affairs as they are affected by national resources, geographic position and power structure. 336. Economic Geography (5) 5 The spatial structure of the world's resources, production, commerce, and economic problems. 339. Aerial Photo Interpretation (3) A The use of aerial photos to interpret geographic phenomena. One lecture and two 3-hour labs a week. (Same as Geosci 339). 341. Land Use Planning Techniques and Practices (3) A A study of the status and tools of planning, planning office organization, the federal and state role in planning, and problems in planning. 342. Planning as a Legal Entity (3) W A study of the enabling legislation for planning, zoning laws and ordinances, rezoning and review processes, zoning problems, and the ramifications of urban growth. 343. Advanced Planning Techniques (3) S The preparation, financing, citizen participation and evaluation of land use pertaining to master plans. Class groups will prepare, critique, and present a draft urban master plan. 345. Cartographic Drafting (3) A The development of map-making skills utilizing inking techniques on mylar and vellum. One lecture and six hours of lab time a week. 346. Cartographic Principles and Techniques (3) W The development of map-making skills utilizing scribing techniques and peel coat. One lecture and two 3-hour labs a week. 350. Geography of Utah (3) S A study of the physical environment and activities of man in Utah. Prerequisite: Geogr PS 101. 354. Geography of Latin America (5) 359. Geography of Europe (5) W 362. Geography of Russia and the Former USSR (3) 364. Geography of the Middle East (3) 365. Geography of India and Southeast Asia (3) 366. Geography of China and Japan (3) S 374. Geography of Africa (5) 378. Geographic Area Studies (1-5) 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. 381. History of Geographic Thought (3) A A study of the development of the science of geography, giving attention to its changes in emphasis and philosophy. Prerequisite: Junior standing. 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