Every Year, Fall and Spring 3(3-0-3)
An introduction to the earth's major planetary components, including climate, river systems, glaciers, landforms, soils, and biogeography. The origins of these features and the processes that influence them are discussed with emphasis on applications in Canada, Alberta and Edmonton. Participation in weekly field-based labs and in a two-day, overnight field trip, usually in the latter part of September, are required.
Every Year, Fall 3(3-2-0)
This course is a discussion of humankind's place in nature and of its responsibility for other organisms, the environment and resources. Environmental issues such as population, climate change, air and water pollution, energy and biodiversity are discussed with global and Canadian applications.
Same as ENVS 300.
Prerequisites: Three credits of natural science
Every Year, Winter 3(3-0-3)
Human geography explores how human cultures and societies adapt to and shape natural landscapes and built environments. It considers spatial patterns within areas such as demographics, economics, politics, agriculture, and urban environments, focusing on both Canadian and international contexts. Skills in reading paper and digital maps and aerial photographs are also developed.
This course is considered a Canadian Studies course for purposes of King's B.Ed. (AD).
Prerequisites: 3 credits of ENVS200, GEOG201, ECON2xx, POLI2xx, SOCI2xx, PSYC2xx
2022-23, Fall 3(3-0-0)
This course will examine the role of community in human social life in an age of globalization. Topics will include community development, diversity, social exclusion/inclusion, community resilience, and rural and urban communities. The course will also examine different types of communities including: radical Christian communities, cooperatives, intentional communities, and current initiatives in support of developing sustainable communities.
Same as SOCI 321.
Prerequisites: Three credits in introductory sociology or GEOG 310
Every Year, Winter 3(3-0-3)
An introduction to the principles and applications of GIS. Hands-on lab assignments focus on data input and manipulation, spatial problem solving, and map presentation using GIS software on micro-computers. Students complete a GIS-based project.
Pre- or Corequisite: One of STAT 300, BUSI 320 (Business students), PSYC 301 and 302 (Psychology students), MATH 200 (Chemistry and Computing Science students).
Non-Recurring, 3(varies)
A course on a topic or figure of special interest to a member of the geography faculty and offered on a non-recurring basis.
Prerequisites: Some topics may have specific prerequisites
Every Year, Winter 3(3-3-0)
This course provides an advanced investigation into the principles and applications of geographic information systems. Hands-on lab assignments focus on geo-databases, metadata, data input, relational databases, advanced map design, and advanced techniques using GIS software. Students mentor introductory students, complete a paper and complete an advanced project.
Prerequisites: GEOG 350
Subject to demand 3(0-3-0)
An opportunity to do in-depth geographical study on a topic of particular interest to the student. Students work closely with a member of the geography faculty. A student must apply in advance to the faculty member.
Prerequisites: Six credits in geography at the 300-level, and consent of instructor