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This course introduces students to geography, including the use of maps and geospatial technology in geography. Major topics include geographic literacy, theories and methods of geography, population and migration, cultural patterns and processes, economic geography, globalization, natural resources, geopolitics, human impact on the environment, and urbanization. (3 contact hours) (OT36) [Catalog Entry]

This course provides an introduction to the field of physical geography, including the spatial study of the Earth systems in relation to weather, climate, landforms, vegetation and plant distribution, soils, and human interaction with these systems. (4 contact hours: 2 lecture, 2 lab) (OT36, TAG) [Catalog Entry]
ADDITIONAL FEES: $35.00

This course examines world regions and their environmental, cultural, social, geopolitical, and economic processes. It views regions and places within the broader context of world change and the interface between globalization and local places. The course is organized around regional themes and students will study all major regions of the world. (3 contact hours) (OT36, TAG) [Catalog Entry]

This course provides an introduction to map interpretation and analysis, including earth coordinate systems, map projections, scale, topographic mapping, thematic mapping, spatial analysis methods, and mapping accuracy and error assessment. Students will learn and apply fundamental geographic information systems functions to the interpretation and analysis of maps. (4 contact hours: 2 lecture, 2 lab) (TAG) [Catalog Entry]
ADDITIONAL FEES: $35.00

This course provides an introduction to the principles, regulations, and application of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) as it relates to FAA guidelines. Topics include drone types, applications, weather, safety risk management, crew resource management, and FAA regulations. (4 contact hours: 2 lecture, 2 lab) [Catalog Entry]
ADDITIONAL FEES: $90.00