30 courses with the subject GEOG, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee A geographic analysis of the processes and distributions of the elements that shape Earth’s dynamic natural environments. An Earth systems approach is used to highlight the interconnections between the atmosphere, lithosphere, biosphere, and hydrosphere. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $14.50 Fee Lab to accompany GEOG 1000 . Lab assignments apply geographic principles, technology, and techniques to study Earth’s natural environments. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
GEOG 1000 Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
GEOG 1300Globalization in the 21st Century: World Regional Geography3
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee A systematic study of the World’s major cultural regions, emphasizing physical, biological, cultural, demographic, economic, and political considerations. Issues such as natural hazards, environmental concerns, and human problems are discussed within the context of globalization. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee An introduction to contemporary geographic perspectives on the distribution and networks of people, their activities, and cultural characteristics, including language, population, politics, settlements, economic development, and environmental concerns. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $58 Fee This course provides an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the fundamentals of cartographic design. This course serves as an introduction course for all other geospatial courses and gives the foundation for geospatial theory, skills for using GIS software for map making, basic spatial analysis, and integration with online web services. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major, minor, certificate, or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee This course introduces students to the fundamentals of QGIS, an open-source Geographic Information System (GIS) software. Students will learn how to use QGIS for spatial data visualization, analysis, and map creation. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major, minor, certificate, or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
GEOG 2900Geospatial Field Methods: GPS and Drones3
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee A hands-on experience with geospatial field methods. Topics will include Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS), Remote Sensing and Aerial photo interpretation, Crowd Sourcing, Map Reading and Navigation. Experience with Mobile Devices for collecting field location and associated attributes. Learn tools and methods for Collection, Processing, Error Evaluation, Map and Database Integration, Sharing, and Proper Standards for Documentation. Components of Geographic Information System, GPS, related skills and methods will be covered for successful field collection. Theories of Projections, Coordinate Systems, and several land referencing systems will be covered in relationship to map reading and map creation. Class, group, and individual projects are required throughout this course. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major, minor, certificate, or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $14.50 per credit Fee Instructor approval is required. Preapproval of the Dean, Chair, and Registrar is required before signing up for this course if a letter grade is needed. Specifically, GEOG 2920 is used as a GIS programming course (GIS Programming with Python 3-credit workshop). This course is also used for various workshops related to GIS, GPS, and remote sensing. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee This course focuses on utilizing web-based tools and technologies for spatial data analysis, visualization, and sharing spatial data. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major, minor, certificate, or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to harness the power of Python programming in the context of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using ArcGIS Pro. This course is intended for individuals who have a basic understanding of GIS concepts and are interested in automating geospatial tasks and workflows using Python. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major, minor, certificate, or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
GEOG 3110The Earth from Space: Intro to Remote Sensing4
Credit(s) | $58 Fee Principles of remote sensing with emphasis on application of photographic, infrared, radar, and other imagery from aircraft and satellites. An interdisciplinary approach. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee An introduction to the principles, technology, and elements of Earth’s weather and climate. This course emphasizes atmospheric patterns and processes, how the key elements (e.g., temperature, air pressure, winds, and moisture) work together to form weather systems, and how humans are impacted by weather disasters. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $14.50 Fee Lab class designed to accompany GEOG 3220 . Lab assignments apply meteorology principles, technology, and techniques to weather and climate data. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee Biogeography is the study of spatial distributions of plants and animals and how they change over time. This course examines the foundations and trends in biogeography, including conservation of biodiversity and the future of species distributions resulting from environmental and human-induced changes. Saturday field trip included. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee An introduction to the landforms and landscapes of earth’s dynamic surface. Examines the physical and chemical processes of landscape formation with an emphasis on glaciers, rivers, deserts, and coasts. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded Letter]
ENVS 1000 or GEO 1010 or GEO 1030 or GEO 1040 or GEO 1050 or GEO 1090 or GEO 1110 or GEO 2210 or GEOG 1000 -
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GEOG 3355
GEOG 3355Geomorphology Lab1
Credit(s) | $14.50 Fee Lab class to accompany GEOG 3350 . A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee A study of human interactions with physical phenomena. Environmental principles, problems, and solutions; water, soil, air, mineral, biotic, energy, and scenic resources; preservation and conservation of earth’s resources; roles of modem technology and human populations. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee Principles and techniques of cartography, including perception, direction, scale, grids, projections, spatial data analysis, data manipulation, color theory and application, and principles of cartographic design. Introduction into computer-aided cartography. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $14.50 Fee Lab to accompany GEOG 3500 . Concentrates on map design and production of maps by computer. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $58 Fee In this spatial analysis course, students will become proficient in fundamental data examination, decision-making, and advanced analytical techniques. The course includes exploration of simulation, modeling, and spatial statistics for addressing spatial and non-spatial data challenges, with a curriculum encompassing both vector and raster analysis. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major, minor, certificate, or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall [As Needed], Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee A geographic perspective on the role of interacting physical and cultural patterns and processes in shaping Utah’s unique and varied landscapes. A regional geography approach is used to investigate the spatial distribution of people, places, and environments, while a cultural geography approach is used explore differences in our sense of place within the regional context of Utah. Intended for social science composite majors, geography and geography teaching minors, and others considering upper-division credit. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
GEOG 3990Undergraduate Research in Geography/GIS2-8
Credit(s) | $14.50 per credit Fee Lab and/or field course centered on helping the student conduct meaningful and novel research. Directed research and techniques used will be discussed. This course may be repeated for variable credit. Dean/Chair and Registrar approval for grade is needed. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]
GEOG 4150Advanced Geographic Information Systems Methods4
Credit(s) | $58 Fee Advanced GIS course. Conceptual and technical problems associated with developing and working with relational databases, cartographic modeling techniques using vector and raster GIS software tools. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major, minor, certificate, or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $14.50 Fee Student will be guided through the process of completing a geospatial capstone project proposal including conducting a literature review and feasibility analysis. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major, minor, certificate, or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
GEOG 4500Geospatial Research Project (Capstone Project)3
Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee Student capstone project is required for all students that complete the GIS certificate program. Students will enroll the semester they are ready to present and defend their research project. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Lette]
Credit(s) | $14.50 per credit Fee Individual study of topics arranged by contract with a faculty supervisor. Variable times. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $14.50 per credit Fee Students applying for the GIS certificate are encouraged to complete an internship. The internship can be on-campus or off-campus. Students are required to submit a request in writing to participate in this course. The proposal should contain a job description and a letter from their immediate supervisor showing approval. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $29 Fee Designed for the prospective teacher of geography in the elementary and secondary school systems. Students will be instructed in a variety of effective procedures for teaching geography to adolescents. There will be opportunities for students to put into practice what they have learned in other geography courses and the lecture discussions of teaching methods within this course. The new National Geography Standards are stressed. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $14.50 per credit Fee Various workshops from remote sensing to advance 3D modeling as well as guest lecturers have been used in the past for workshops. This course can be taken up to three (3) times. Dean/Chair and Registrar approval is required if a letter grade is required. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]
