Instruction offered by members of the Department of Geography in the Faculty of Social Sciences.
Department Head – B. Moorman
All students interested in taking Geography courses, Geography Majors and Graduate Students, should read the pertinent Undergraduate and Graduate program sections of the Calendar.
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Geography
205
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Gateway to Geography
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An overview of human and physical environments, their inter-relationships and their relevance to environmental issues and world affairs. Major topics are drawn from current global issues where location matters. Specific examples are discussed in a global context and vary by term.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Antirequisite(s):
Note: Not open to students with credit in Geography 201, 203, 211, 251 or 253 (Urban Studies 253).
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Geography
211
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The Physical Environment
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Introduction to the physical elements of the environment such as weather, climate, hydrology, landforms, soils, vegetation, and the processes producing variations of these elements on the surface of the earth. The social implications of environmental change, disasters, and hazards are emphasized.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 205 or admission to the Major or Minor in Geography, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Latin American Studies, Transportation Studies, or Urban Studies or the Honours BA or BSc in Archaeology; and Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics II (offered by Continuing Education).
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 201)
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Geography
213
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Geography of World Affairs
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Focuses on the major culture regions of the world and also individual countries. Emphasis on the characteristics, distribution, inter-relationships and comparisons of the major culture and physical phenomena of these areas, i.e. population, political situation, economy, language, religion and environment. Some historical developments in each of the areas are presented for perspective, but the major emphasis is on the background for understanding contemporary world affairs.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
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Geography
231
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Introduction to Geospatial Methods
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An introduction to cartography, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and descriptive spatial statistics.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 205 or admission to the Major or Minor in Geography, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Latin American Studies, Transportation Studies or Urban Studies; and Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics II (offered by Continuing Education).
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Geography
251
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The Human Environment
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The study of people, their origins, culture, technology, economy and impact on the environment. The manner in which people attempt to impose order upon the surface of the earth. Concepts of relative location are introduced with particular regard to both the external orientation and the internal organization of urban areas.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 205 or admission to the Major or Minor in Geography, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Latin American Studies, Transportation Studies, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Urban Studies, or the Major in East Asia.
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 203)
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Geography
253
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Introduction to Cities
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A broad introductory survey, from diverse perspectives, of the processes that shape cities and urban life.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Also known as:
(Urban Studies 253)
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Geography
305
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Weather and Climate
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Physical principles of meteorology and climatology. Weather development in relation to different scales of atmospheric circulation. Elements of synoptic and dynamic climatology as determinants of characteristics and the distribution of climates. Laboratory work emphasizes North American examples.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 211.
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Geography
307
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Landform Processes and Morphology
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A systematic study of the origin, nature and distribution of landforms. Laboratory work will include several field trips and geomorphic interpretation of maps and air photographs.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 211.
Antirequisite(s):
Note: Credit for both Geography 307 and Geology 373 will not be allowed.
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Geography
313
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Soils and Vegetation
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Soil: physical, chemical and biological properties, and the environmental and spatial relationships of vegetation patterns.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 211.
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Geography
321
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Environmental Geography
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Environmental and resource issues, with emphasis on topics such as sustainability, ethics; planning; policy and decision making; and management strategies. Case examples highlight issues in resource sectors such as freshwater, oceans, parks and wildlife, tourism and recreation, forests and energy.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 251, 253, Urban Studies 253.
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Geography
333
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Remote Sensing I
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Basic instruction in the use and interpretation of remote sensing imagery. Identification, interpretation and mapping of both physical and cultural landscape features will be covered.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 231 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
339
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Analytical Methods in Geography I
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Introduction to qualitative and quantitative research methodology, sampling and survey design in geography. Covers the background analytical techniques for an understanding of geographic literature. Examples will involve the use of statistical computer packages.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 231 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
341
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Introduction to Economic Geography
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Theories, concepts and techniques of economic geography with emphasis on policy issues relating to Canadian examples at the urban, regional, and national levels.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 251, 253, Urban Studies 253.
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Geography
357
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Geographic Information Systems I
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The technical and theoretical foundations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Explorations of data types and structures (raster, vector, object based), data input and manipulation, analytical basics, and visualization techniques will be carried out in lecture and laboratory. Case studies of GIS analysis form the basis of assignments.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 231 or both 333 and 339.
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 447)
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Geography
361
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Imagining the World: The Cultural Approach in Geography
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An exploration of geography as a product and producer of social relationships and cultural meanings. How landscapes encode meanings and how places and spatial processes shape identities.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 251, 253, Urban Studies 253.
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Geography
365
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Political Geography
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Spatial study of political systems, structures and processes, and their relationship to geographic factors.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 251, 253, Urban Studies 253.
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Geography
367
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Population Geography
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Spatial distribution of population, including density composition and characteristics; patterns of migration and settlement in selected areas.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 251 or 253 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
371
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Introduction to Latin America
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A survey of the physical, cultural and historical geography of Latin America.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Any course in Geography or consent of the Department.
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Geography
377
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Sub-Saharan Africa
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Dimensions and underlying causes of issues facing African peoples: the colonial legacy, fragile environment, cultural and political diversity, population growth, resource development, urbanization, and economic challenges.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Any course in Geography or consent of the Department.
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The regional geography of Canada. The physical framework of Canada and its significance in Canada's historical development. The concept of the geographic region, the patterns and characteristics of these regions, with selected detailed studies.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Any course in Geography or consent of the Department.
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Geography
391
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Geographic Field Studies
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An introduction to field research techniques and topics in physical and human geography. Lectures and projects will provide an introduction to a range of geographic disciplines. Field exercises will normally be conducted away from Calgary for about ten days before Labour Day.
Course Hours:
H(80 hours)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 211, 251, 253, Geology 201, 209 or consent of the Department.
Notes:
Enrolment in Geography 391 may be limited. Preference for registration is given to Majors in Geography, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Transportation Science and Minors in Transportation Studies. Registration information can be found on the Enrolment Services website http://www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/.
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Geography
392
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Overseas Field Studies in Physical and Environmental Geography - Part I
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Field research and reconnaissance survey of techniques applied to regions outside North America. Group travel-study combined with formal instruction and seminars.
Course Hours:
H(3-7)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
393
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Overseas Field Studies in Physical and Environmental Geography - Part II
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Field research and reconnaissance survey techniques applied to regions outside North America. Group travel-study combined with formal instruction and seminars.
Course Hours:
H(3-7)
Corequisite(s):
Co-requisite: Geography 392 or consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
394
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Overseas Field Studies in Social and Economic Geography - Part I
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Field research and reconnaissance survey techniques applied to regions outside North America. Group travel-study combined with formal instruction and seminars.
Course Hours:
H(3-7)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
395
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Overseas Field Studies in Social and Economic Geography - Part II
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Field research and reconnaissance survey techniques applied to regions outside North America. Group travel-study combined with formal instruction and seminars.
Course Hours:
H(3-7)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 394.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
397
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Regional Geography of Selected World Areas
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Selected regional geographies. A survey of the physical, cultural and historical geography of a world region.
397.01. The United States of America
397.02. Former Soviet Union
397.03. Australia, New Zealand, Oceania
397.04. Europe
397.05. The Arctic
397.06. Southeast Asia
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
A previous course in geography is strongly recommended.
Antirequisite(s):
Note: Geography 397.01 is not open to students with credit in 379; 397.02 is not open to students with credit in 387; 397.03 is not open to students with credit in 389.
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Geography
401
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Transportation Geographic Information Systems
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An exploration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from its theoretical basics through to advanced applied analysis, with emphasis on transportation systems. Topics include representing reality in a digital realm, data models, analytical approaches and linkages to traditional modelling. Applications include infrastructure development analysis, suitability analysis, least cost path analysis, location allocation modelling, routing and scheduling analysis.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 339 or Statistics 213, and Transportation Studies 303.
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Geography
403
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Physical Oceanography and Climatic Variability
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Oceanic circulation and atmosphere-ocean interactions as controls of climate. Focus on the role the marine cryosphere in radiation and energy exchange at regional, hemispheric and global scales. Climatic variability in historic time and during the instrument period.
Course Hours:
H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 305 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
405
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Applied Climatology
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Role played by weather and climate in determining environmental quality. Storms, floods, droughts and human adjustment to severe weather. Urban and rural climates, air pollution. Climate in agriculture and forestry. Implications of Canada's climate(s) for the nation's water resources, agriculture and forests.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 305 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
411
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Fluvial Geomorphology
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Contemporary theory in fluvial geomorphology. Topics include channel flow, sediment transport, stream morphology, channel pattern, channel networks, sedimentation and channel response to human and natural environmental change.
Course Hours:
H(3-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 307 or consent of the Department.
Notes:
Offered in even-odd dated academic years.
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Geography
413
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Soil Characteristics and Formation
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Characteristics of soils and the processes and factors of soil formation. Soil development related to geomorphic materials, geomorphic events, anthropogenic sources, and erosional and depositional landscapes.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 313 or consent of the Department.
Also known as:
(Archaeology 413)
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The physical basis of water utilization and management. Elements of the hydrologic cycle - precipitation, ground water and stream flow. Techniques for estimating water yield and renewal potential in drainage basins.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 305 or 307, and 339 (or a course in Statistics by consent of the Department).
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Geography
417
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Biogeography and Natural Ecosystems
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Environmental and spatial relationships of plant communities. Interpretation of soil-plant inter-relationships applied to the classification and geographic distribution of natural ecosystems.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 313 or consent of the Department.
Notes:
Normally offered in even-dated years during the Spring or Summer Term.
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Geography
421
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Renewable Resources and Natural Environments
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Geographical resources analysis and management approaches applied to resource sectors such as urban natural areas, wilderness parks and reserves, freshwater resources and fisheries.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 321 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
425
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Critical Approaches to Development: Theory and Applications
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A critical approach to meanings of economic and social development and the theories of development from a spatial perspective. Other areas of study include: population and health dynamics, gender and development, rural development, industrialization, formal and informal economies, foreign aid, trade and debt, community development. Case studies from Latin America, Asia and Africa.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 351 or 365.
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Geography
429
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Tourism, Recreation and Environmental Management
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Dimensions of, approaches to, and issues in recreation and environmental management; planning for sustainable tourism; cultural and heritage tourism; adventure and eco-tourism; and other representative tourism and recreational activities and environments. Case studies emphasize assessment and monitoring, policy initiatives and decision-making, and other practical orientations.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 321, 327, or 329.
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Geography
433
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Remote Sensing II
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Principles of earth resource analysis using digital images collected from instruments on airborne and spaceborne platforms. The full range of the electromagnetic spectrum currently used in remote sensing. Emphasis will be given to complementing conventional data and methods with automated techniques.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 333 and 339.
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Geography
437
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Applied Mapping Techniques
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Beginning to end map production including rapid and high precision surveying techniques, digital data compilation and manipulation and advanced map design and production in paper and digital formats. This is a project-oriented course with field surveying exercises early in the term and computer-based projects later in the term.
Course Hours:
H(2-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 231; plus either Geography 333 or 357 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
439
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Analytical Methods in Geography II
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Methods for the analysis of temporal, spatial and multivariate data sets. Emphasis is placed on data sets relating to geographic phenomena, resource utilization and environmental problems, with examples from the geographic literature. Examples will involve the use of computer packages.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 339 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
451
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Urban Systems Development
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A critical review of the principles of urban growth and development in the context of systems of cities. Topics include: single factor explanations, such as central place, long distance trade models, industrial and service growth; cumulative development models; society explanations.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 341 or 351 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
457
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Geographic Information Systems II
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The role of Geographic Information Systems in environmental (physical-human interactions) research and management is explored both theoretically and practically. Topics will relate to major issues within the environmental/earth sciences field. Advanced analytical approaches will be critically examined within lecture and laboratories. A major GIS package will be used for laboratories and student projects.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 339 and one of 357 or 447 or consent of the Department.
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 547)
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Geography
463
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Cities, Poverty and Development
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Analysis of the explosive growth and geographical character of Third World cities. Topics normally include: rural-urban migration, development theory and urbanization, housing, formal/informal labour market, service and food provision, social and political conflict. Case studies from Latin America, Asia and Africa.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 351 or 365 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
503
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Climate Change
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Overview of global climate dynamics and the interactions between ocean, atmosphere, biosphere, cryosphere, and biogeochemical cycles. Examination of climate change in Earth's past, present, and future, scrutinizing both natural and anthropogenic influences on the global climate system.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 305 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
507
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Glacial Geomorphic Systems
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Contemporary theories for the formation of glacial landforms and sediments are evaluated. Topics include glacial mechanics, erosion, deposition, and hydrology. Timing and dynamics of glaciation and deglaciation are addressed.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 307 or consent of the Department.
Notes:
Geography 411 is strongly recommended.
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Development, characteristics and significance of permafrost, including the thermal and hydrological processes and resulting periglacial geomorphology and geotechnical implications.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 305 and 307.
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 409)
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Geography
515
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Applied Hydrology
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Dam and reservoir water management, irrigation forms, stream routing and flood control, municipal water supply, well development and water conservation. Canadian water resources are emphasized.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 415 or an equivalent course in Engineering by consent of the Department.
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Geography
519
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Landscape Ecology
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Concepts and methods for examining the spatial pattern of natural and managed landscapes and their effects on ecological processes. Applications in land management and biological conservation will also be considered.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 313 or Biology 313 and one of Geography 339 or Biology 315 or consent of the Department. At least one of the following is also strongly recommended: Geography 417, 421, 517, or Ecology 419, 439, 501.
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Geography
521
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Environmental Sustainability and Management: Issues and Applications
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Advanced topics in environmental sustainability and management, and critical analysis of approaches to resolving sustainability issues in environmental management. Students are usually involved directly in a major case study/field research project.
Course Hours:
H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 421 or 429.
Notes:
Offered in odd-even dated academic years.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
523
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Human Ecological Systems
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The development of human ecology, its current directions and application of analytical techniques as they apply to anthropology, archaeology and geography.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Antirequisite(s):
Note: Not open to students with credit in Geography 609, Anthropology 609, and Archaeology 609.
Also known as:
(Anthropology 523) (Archaeology 523)(formerly Anthropology/Archaeology/Geography 609)
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Geography
525
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The Politics of Environment: Policy and Political Ecology
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Key issues in environmental policy, focusing on the power and interest mechanisms that determine environmental resource access and sustainable use. Case-specific applications explore the dynamic roles of the global and the local including international development paradigms, indigenous resource rights, common-pool resource management, powerful policy networks, and local communities struggling in between.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 321 plus one of 361, 521, 425; or consent of the Department.
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Geography
529
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Research and Planning for Tourism and Recreation Resources
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Research and techniques in analysis, planning and management of touristic and recreational resources. Usually involves a major case study field research project.
Course Hours:
H(2-2)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Geography 321, 421 or 429 or consent of the Department.
Notes:
Offered in even-odd dated academic years.
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Geography
531
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Remote Sensing and Forest Ecology
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Advanced digital image analysis used in forest ecological studies including mapping, monitoring and modelling. Includes field work and computer laboratories.
Course Hours:
H(2-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Notes:
Normally offered only in Summer Term.
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Geography
533
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Topics in Geospatial Analysis
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Advanced topics of current interest in one or more of remote sensing, geographic information science and spatial statistics. Chosen topics vary by term and focus on integrating raster and vector systems.
Course Hours:
H(2-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Any two of Geography 433, 439, 457, 547 and consent of the Department.
Notes:
Students should consult the Department before registering to learn what topics will be covered in a given year.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
537
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Geographic Information Systems in Forest Ecology
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Techniques of forestry landscape analysis and modelling using multiple digital data types within a GIS framework; fundamental operations, issues and applications. Field and computer work.
Course Hours:
H(2-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
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Geography
539
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Geographic Data Integration and Visualization
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Advanced topics in the communication, representation and display of digital geospatial data. Main themes include: cartography, spatial cognition, data mining and information visualization.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 339, and two of 433, 439, 457.
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Geography
551
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Advanced Urban Geography
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Selected topics in the field, such as the processes of growth in urban systems or urban ecology.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 351 and 451 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
553
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Globalization and the City
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Introduction to the economic, political and cultural forces operating on a global scale that increasingly shape the growth and development of cities. Emphasis is placed on the dynamics of growth, competition, and polarization that structure urban hierarchies as well as cities' internal social and economic geographies.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
One of Anthropology 379, 387, Economics 361, Geography 253, 351, Sociology 353, Urban Studies 253 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
555
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Rapid Urbanization in a Megacity
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This intensive one-week course addresses the challenges of urban planning and development in one of the largest mega-cities in the Western hemisphere. The course tests students' theoretical knowledge of concepts of urban planning as they come into direct contact with the challenges faced by rapid urbanization in situ.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Notes:
Admission is limited and competitive. Consent is usually given to students with a strong background in Latin American Studies and/or Urban Geography.
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Geography
557
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Advanced Geographic Information Systems: Urban
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The role of GIS in the urban realm is explored both theoretically and practically. Topics will relate to urban management, design, planning, and research drawn from a broad spectrum of socio-economic issues facing urban areas. Advanced analytical approaches will be critically examined within lectures and laboratories. A widely used GIS package will be used for laboratories and student projects.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 231. Geography 351 and 357 or 457 are strongly recommended.
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Geography
561
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Critical Debates in Cultural Geography
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In-depth discussion of key topical issues and points of debate in the field, including methodological issues, points of theoretical conflict among the subfields of Geography, moral or ethical issues in Geography.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 361.
Notes:
Offered in even-odd dated academic years.
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Geography
565
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Urban Political Geography
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An examination of how urban spatial relations shape, and are shaped by, political institutions, organizations, and social movements.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 351 or 451.
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Geography
567
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Introduction to Programming in Geographic Information Systems
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Introduction to computer programming for customizing and automating a GIS. Topics include object-oriented programming techniques, advanced geoprocessing, scripting, and automation using a programming language such as Python or Visual Basic.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 357 or consent of the Department.
Notes:
Geography 457 is recommended.
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Geography
575
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The Geography of HIV/AIDS
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This course will explore the global geography of HIV/AIDS with a concentration on the African and Asian pandemics. Topics will include: epidemiology and epidemic roots, social and economic impacts, orphans and vulnerable children, food security and migration, gendered impacts, anti-retroviral therapy (ART) programs and global responses.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
One of: Geography 361, 377, 425, 463, or consent of the Department.
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Geography
590
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Overseas Field Studies in Physical and Environmental Geography
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Field research and reconnaissance survey techniques applied to regions outside North America. Individual and group travel-study combined with formal instruction and seminars.
Course Hours:
F(3-7)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
592
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Overseas Field Studies in Social and Economic Geography
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Field research and data collection techniques applied to geographical phenomena in regions outside North America. Periods of individual and group travel-study are interspersed with formal instruction and seminars.
Course Hours:
F(3-7)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
597
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Selected Topics in Geography
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Content will vary from year to year. Consult Department for details.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
599
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Selected Topics in Geography
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Content will vary from year to year. Consult Department for details.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
603
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Remote Sensing: Basics and Beyond
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Introduction to the theory and practice of remote sensing. Topics include physics of remote sensing, sensor systems, resolutions, geometric and radiometric correction, image analysis (enhancements, filtering, texture analysis, principal components, classification approaches and algorithms and accuracy). May include specific image acquisition systems and their methodological requirements. Emphasis is on fundamental concepts. Laboratory provides experience with fundamental image processing techniques.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 699.33)
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Geography
605
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Statistical Analysis: Basics and Beyond
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Introduction to applied statistics, particularly as they are used in geographical analysis. Topics include sampling design, summary statistics, probability theory, inferential statistics, and multivariate analysis. Laboratory exercises give students hands-on experience in computer-based statistical analysis.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 699.39)
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Geography
607
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Geographic Information Systems: Basics and Beyond
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Introduction to the world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Includes: representing reality in the digital realm, georeferencing, data structures, software history and comparison, and the full spectrum of analytical approaches associated with advanced GIS software. A major part of the work will be hands on. Software is used as a vehicle for taking the theory and concepts into a working reality.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 699.47)
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Geography
619
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Spatial Ecology
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Applies the principles of landscape ecology and conservation biology to the study of spatial effects on individual species and on the structure, dynamics, diversity and stability of multi-species communities. The use of GIS and remote sensing technologies is a central theme. Topics include habitat fragmentation, metapopulation analysis and viability, wildlife habitat modelling (static and dynamic), management of endangered species, and spatial decision support. Other aspects of this course include the importance and use of indicator, umbrella, keystone and flagship species in conservation.
Course Hours:
H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Antirequisite(s):
Note: Not open to students with credit in Geography 695.11.
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Geography
633
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Research and Applications in Remote Sensing
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Review of basic and advanced principles of image analysis; advanced laboratory techniques. Integration of remote sensing with GIS; current research in remote sensing. Project organization; data sources for remote sensing.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
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Geography
635
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Active Microwave Remote Sensing
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Theoretical and applied aspects of active microwave remote sensing for geophysical parameter estimation. Discussion of sensor configuration, dielectric mixture modelling, microwave-surface interactions, microwave scattering (surface and volume) modelling and polarimetry. Laboratory work includes field scatterometer use, computer modelling, and polarimetric analysis.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Also known as:
(formerly Geography 699.35)
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Geography
639
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Advanced Spatial Analysis and Modelling
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History of spatial modelling in geography; comprehensive coverages of techniques, spatial analysis and spatial modelling as currently used within GIS and remote sensing.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
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Geography
647
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Advanced Research and Applications in Geographic Information Systems
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Focus on advanced GIS applications in core areas; methodological developments in GIS, and current research directions in GIS.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
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Geography
649
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Enterprise GIS and Database Management Systems
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Advanced topics in GIS and database systems, including integration of enterprise database systems with a GIS, data modelling, database management, distributed GIS via the world wide web, and web-based GIS.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 647 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
667
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Advanced GIS Programming with ArcObjects
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Advanced programming techniques in ArcGIS using the ArcObjects framework. Topics include customizing the user interface, COM and interface-based programming techniques, and creating macros to perform advanced tasks in ArcGIS. A significant portion of evaluation will be based on an independent term project. Completion of a pre-study package is required.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
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Geography
681
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Geographic Information Systems Project: Theoretical Issues
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A critical and comprehensive review of information and literature on a GIS research topic This course provides the conceptual basis for Geography 683.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 633, 639 and 647; or consent of the Department.
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Geography
683
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Geographic Information Systems Project: Application
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Implementation of a project on a GIS topic which will involve demonstrating mastery of GIS project design and the implementation and presentation of results commensurate with graduate level work. This topic will relate to material covered by the student in Geography 681.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Geography 681 or consent of the Department.
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Geography
685
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Arctic System Science
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This course investigates the process linkages at various spatiotemporal scales between the atmosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere operating within high latitude environments of the Northern Hemisphere. Of particular interest is the response of the terrestrial and marine cryosphere to climate variability and change, including methods for its detection and quantification.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
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Geography
687
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Advanced Glacial Geomorphic Systems
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Contemporary topics in glacial geomorphology and sedimentology. Course consists of lecture, seminar and field trip components.
Course Hours:
H(3S-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Notes:
Co-scheduled with Geography 507.
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Geography
689
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Advanced Topics in Geocryology
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Contemporary topics in the science and engineering of seasonally and perennially frozen ground. Course consists of lectures and seminars.
Course Hours:
H(3S-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Notes:
Co-scheduled with Geography 509.
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Geography
691
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Advanced Fluvial Geomorphology
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Advanced theory and research issues in fluvial geomorphology. Topics may include flow hydraulics, sediment transport, river morphology, channel networks, sediment routing, drainage basin evolution, and channel response to environmental change.
Course Hours:
H(3S-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Notes:
Co-scheduled with Geography 411.
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Geography
695
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Seminar in Geographic Research Methods
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Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
697
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Seminar in the Philosophy and Nature of Human Geography
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Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
699
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Seminar in the Philosophy and Nature of Physical Geography
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Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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A list of specific subtitles for the 700-level courses listed below is available in the Department.
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Geography
795
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Selected Topics in Geographic Research Methods
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Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
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Geography
797
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Selected Topics in Human Geography
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Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Geography
799
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Selected Topics in Physical Geography
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Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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