The course examines the dynamics of population change, population theories, models and forecasting, and population and resource issues with special reference to Canada and the less developed countries. The geography of soil at local, regional, and global scales. Relationship of soil to geomorphology, climate, water, vegetation, and environmental change. The effects of political action on present-day geography, and of geography on political problems. The geographical characteristics of recreation in North America, including outdoor recreation and tourism.
Emphasis is placed on the functions of rural areas.
Introduction to rural planning. Theoretical and methodological approaches to the spatio-temporal expression of culture and to the historical development of present geographical conditions. Emphasis on sources for reconstruction of past environments and analyzing geographical change over time. Courses designed for individual students. Operational training in GIS is included.