Geography (GEO)

GEO 1510     Physical Geography     3 Credit Hours

English/ESL Placement: Placement into ENG 1510 or ESL 2520.

The course will explain the spatial dimensions of Earth's dynamic system, its energy, air, water, weather, climate, tectonics, landforms, rocks, plants, ecosystems, and biomes. The course examines human-Earth relationships using maps to create a holistic view of the planet and its inhabitants. BILLABLE CONTACT HOURS: 3

GE Outcomes: Social Responsibility

GEO 1520     World Geography     3 Credit Hours

English/ESL Placement: Placement into ENG 1510 or ESL 2520.

The course will explain the modern geographic realms and their physical and human contents through a spatial approach. Contents of the course will include study of human societies and natural environments from environmental determinism to expansion and diffusion from decolonization to devolution. BILLABLE CONTACT HOURS: 3

GE Outcomes: Global Understanding and Responsibility

GEO 1700     Michigan Geography     3 Credit Hours

English/ESL Placement: Placement into ENG 1510 or ESL 2520.

The course will examine the spatial distribution of human and environmental landscapes of Michigan, focusing on the historical geography of settlement and the human use of the natural environment. BILLABLE CONTACT HOURS: 3

GE Outcomes: Global Understanding and Responsibility