Undergraduate Program

World geography; physical elements. Use of maps and globes for a systematic analysis of world climates, vegetation, soils and landforms and their distribution, interrelation and significance to humans.

World geography; human elements. A systematic analysis of world population, demographic factors, ethnic groups, predominant economies and political units and their distribution, interrelation and interaction with the physical earth.

Exercises designed to complement 101. Applied problems in the spatial processes of the physical environment. Map construction and reading, weather and climatic analysis, classification of vegetative and soil associations, landform distribution analysis. Two hours lab.

Pre- or corequisite: 101.

The regional geography of the world. Both physical and human aspects are studied along with current economic and political problems.

Survey of environmental issues related to the degradation of land, air and water resources.

(Also offered as EPS 251)

Description of weather phenomena, principles of atmospheric motion, weather map analysis and weather prediction.

Maps are tools for communication. Will explore scale; projections; symbolization; generalization; alternative or non-tradition map representations provided by GIS, remote sensing, multimedia and animated maps.

This course examines the biophysical processes that produce distinctive landscapes in polar, temperate, tropical, and alpine environments, by analyzing interactions between climate, vegetation, soils, landforms, geology, and human activities.

Prerequisite: 101 and 105L.

(Also offered as EPS 352)

Comparison of natural and anthropogenic causes of large-scale climate change. Factors influencing development of mitigation of adaptation policies.

Exercise of legal and political power over land and other resources. Resolution of conflicts between competing land users.

A systematic analysis of spatial economic patterns. Introduction to models of economic space and theories of spatial economic interaction. Analysis of effects of resource attributes and distributions upon economic activities. Examination of cultural-economic regions.

This class examines the relationships between law and geography, interrogating how law shapes the human experience of place, and the ways that a variety of spatial categories inform the law.

This course explores the human dimensions of geographical challenges through the traditions, actions and social organization of contemporary western and global/international human systems.

The study of spatial data, spatial processes and an introduction to the computer tools necessary to analyze spatial representations of the real world. Exercises in data acquisition, preprocessing, map analysis and map output. Fees required. Three hours lecture, 2 hours lab.

This course introduces the geography of the Southwest, focusing on New Mexico. Students will conduct independent research in conjunction with a multi-day field trip.

Examination of critical issues of environmental degradation in global and local system related to: air and water pollution, soil erosion, deforestation, strip mining, over dependence on fossil fuels and improper management of toxic and other wastes. Appraisal of the conservation methods and policies applied to these issues and the outlook for the future.

An examination of the problems and trends in the use of water resources in the United States, with emphasis on the physical and social aspects related to its management.

Defining public and private rights associated with managing natural resources is the key to many of the current controversies concerning the environment. This course looks at public land policy and policy related to other common property resources such as water, the oceans, and the coastal zone.

Students gain an advanced introduction to the social and environmental effects of individual food choices, through the analysis of the sociocultural and biophysical relationships embedded in various agricultural and food production systems.

This class examines the vectors of difference - cultural, economic, political, legal and environmental - that animate urban form and life. Class involves fieldwork.

The role of global and regional governmental and non-governmental organizations in environmental politics, and the process of their formation and change in response to environmental problems.

Students examine how geographic knowledge may be applied beyond academia, through discussion of key ideas in geography, personal values, and career goals.  Students gain practical experience preparing for professional careers.

Restriction: senior standing.

Introduces fundamental statistical and quantitative modeling techniques widely used in geography. Emphasizes geographic examples and spatial problems. Includes a lab component that covers the use of statistical software in geographic analysis. Fee required.

Thematic mapping of qualitative and quantitative data, including graphic design theory and appropriate statistical and representational treatment of geospatial data.  Fees required.  Two hours lecture, four hours lab.

Prerequisite: 281.

Introduces a range of positioning techniques, including surveying, Global Positioning Systems and others and their real-world utilization in a range of applications. Includes a lab component that covers the use of various types of equipment, software and applications. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L.

Introduces the concepts of remote sensing of the Earth, sensors and photographic systems used, and the basic processing and analysis required to bring the imagery into GIS. Includes a lab component. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L.

Explores the utilization of remote sensing imagery through advanced processing and analysis. Covers the integration of imagery into specific research areas, including biological, geological, urban and hydrological analysis. Includes a lab component. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 483L.

Current and emerging approaches to internet mapping, including geospatial interoperability standards, technologies, and capabilities. Includes a lab component that covers the use of various types of software and applications. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L.

Selected applications of Geographic Information Systems, including anthropology, business, crime, ecology, engineering, health, planning, water resources and others. Covers analytical techniques specific to selected applications. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L.

Spatial analysis and modeling techniques using Geographic Information Systems. Includes a lab component that covers the use of GIS and other software to carry out analysis projects. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L.

Selected advanced concepts and techniques in Geographic Information Systems. Includes a lab component that provides students with the opportunity to apply concepts and techniques in a hands-on manner. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L.

Supervised individual study and field work. Must be taken for 6 credit hours in the Honors program.

Written field analysis of a project coordinated between student, faculty and public or private manager. Credits to be determined by supervising faculty.

Specific topics in geography which relate contemporary issues to the discipline. Topics will be noted in the appropriate schedule of classes. Credit can be applied by majors to the appropriate department group requirements for the degree.

Examines, evaluates, and criticizes the methods geographers have used to analyze the reciprocal relationship between humankind and the environment.

This seminar examines recent scholarship on human-environment interaction, focusing on both theory and method. Students are required to complete a literature review and thesis proposal.

This course explores the interdisciplinary nature of natural resource challenges. Topics will vary each semester. Field trips will be included to investigate issues relevant to the class.

This seminar examines case studies and recent geographical scholarship in cultural and political ecology, focusing on its relevance for resource managers and institutions.

This seminar examines the political, cultural, and economic facets of globalization, focusing on contemporary theories of neoliberalism and post-colonialism.

This class provides an overview of the legal system, the ways law is spatially manifested, and the spatial vectors that animate the law.

Examination of current trends in Geographic Information Science, including technical, social, institutional and legal issues.

Restriction: permission of instructor.

Examination of critical issues of environmental degradation in global and local system related to: air and water pollution, soil erosion, deforestation, strip mining, over dependence on fossil fuels and improper management of toxic and other wastes. Appraisal of the conservation methods and policies applied to these issues and the outlook for the future.

An examination of the problems and trends in the use of water resources in the United States, with emphasis on the physical and social aspects related to its management.

Defining public and private rights associated with managing natural resources is the key to many of the current controversies concerning the environment. This course looks at public land policy and policy related to other common property resources such as water, the oceans, and the coastal zone.

Students gain an advanced introduction to the social and environmental effects of individual food choices, through the analysis of the sociocultural and biophysical relationships embedded in various agricultural and food production systems.

This class examines the vectors of difference - cultural, economic, political, legal and environmental - that animate urban form and life. Class involves fieldwork.

The role of global and regional governmental and non-governmental organizations in environmental politics, and the process of their formation and change in response to environmental problems.

Introduces fundamental statistical and quantitative modeling techniques widely used in geography. Emphasizes geographic examples and spatial problems. Includes a lab component that covers the use of statistical software in geographic analysis. Fee required.

Introduces the concepts underlying Geographic Information Systems and its utilization for the input, storage, manipulation, query, display, and analysis of geographical data. Includes a lab component that covers the range of analytical techniques available in current software. Fee required.

Introduces a range of positioning techniques, including surveying, Global Positioning Systems and others and their real-world utilization in a range of applications. Includes a lab component that covers the use of various types of equipment, software and applications. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L or 581L.

Introduces the concepts of remote sensing of the Earth, sensors and photographic systems used, and the basic processing and analysis required to bring the imagery into GIS. Includes a lab component. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L or 581L.

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Explores the utilization of remote sensing imagery through advanced processing and analysis. Covers the integration of imagery into specific research areas, including biological, geological, urban and hydrological analysis. Includes a lab component. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 483L or 583L.

Current and emerging approaches to internet mapping, including geospatial interoperability standards, technologies, and capabilities. Includes a lab component that covers the use of various types of software and applications. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L or 581L.

Selected applications of Geographic Information Systems, including anthropology, business, crime, ecology, engineering, health, planning, water resources and others. Covers analytical techniques specific to selected applications. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L or 581L.

Spatial analysis and modeling techniques using Geographic Information Systems. Includes a lab component that covers the use of GIS and other software to carry out analysis projects. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L or 581L.

Selected advanced concepts and techniques in Geographic Information Systems. Includes a lab component that provides students with the opportunity to apply concepts and techniques in a hands-on manner. Fee required.

Prerequisite: 381L or 581L.

Supervised individual study and field work.

Written field analysis of a project coordinated between student, faculty and public or private manager. Credits to be determined by supervising faculty.

Development of an advanced project in geographical research under the supervision of a graduate committee. A grade of CR is earned if the project is approved by faculty committee.

Offered on a CR/NC basis only. 

Prerequisite: 501 and 502.

Restriction: permission of instructor.

Offered on a CR/NC basis only.