3 cr A spatial perspective on major global environmental problems. Topics studied range from subsistence agriculture to commercial manufacturing, with particu-lar emphasis placed upon societal diversity and the physical environment. An analysis of the environmental, historical, cultural, and economic factors that create the spatial patterns, development processes and distinctiveness of Canada and the United States. An analysis of the environmental, historical, social and economic factors that create the diversity of countries and their unique spatial characteristics on the subcontinent of Europe. The Geography of Latin America 3 cr A systematic survey of Latin American landscapes.
Attention is directed to natural resources, human activities, and regional differentiation.
3 cr Spatial study of physical and human features in Alabama. Includes geomorphology, climate, vegetation, agriculture, development, population, and environmental issues within the state. U.S. national parks are emphasized. 4 cr A review of the application of computers to quantitative thematic cartography. GEO 332 Introduction to Remote Sensing 4 cr Introduction to the theory and use of remotely sensed data for analysis of earth surface phenomena.