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geography

Geography and Environment Undergraduate Courses

MET GG 101 Natural Environments: Physical Geography (N)

An introduction to the factors that shape the natural environment. Topics include the controls of climate change, vegetation and soils, and the origin of the earth's landscapes. (4 cr.)

MET GG 210 Landform Development (N)

Systematic study of landforms and landform evolution. Discussion of factors and processes that shape the physical landscape. Lab includes interpretation of maps and aerial photographs. Two hours lecture, two hours lab session. (4 cr.)

MET GG 211 Principles of Biogeography (N)

Study of spatial patterns of plant and animal distributions. Discussion of natural processes that determine such distributions. Human impact on the natural environment, especially the ecosphere, is examined in detail. Also considers conservation and protective strategies. (4 cr.)