Course focuses on the relationship of map patterns to tectonic, geomorphic, hydrogeologic and climatic processes that shape and influence landform development. The location and development of primary, secondary and tertiary economic activities. Transportation principles, agriculture, industrial location, natural resources and location theory are studied. Offered in alternate years. The nature and history of map-making, map projections, data manipulation, generalization, map design and map editing.
Students construct maps by hand and with the aid of a computer.
Offered in alternate years. Intensive study of advanced topics in geography. Advanced readings and problems in geography. Original research in geography including a written thesis and an oral defense. An introduction to the theory and practice of x-ray diffraction and fluorescence spectrometry.