GEOG 107 Introduction to Geography (3 hrs)
A survey of the major concepts and subfields in modern geography. Physical, cultural, economic, political, and social geography are among the major areas explored.
GEOG 110 World Regions (3 hrs)
Geographic evaluation of the human imprint on the world, focusing on how peoples of various societies have approached the problems of living in their natural environments and with each other. A requirement for both the major and minor in geography.
GEOG 111 Regions and Resources (3 hrs)
A comparative analysis of the economic resources of major regions of the world. The relationships among countries, corporations, and multiple levels of technology are examined.
Prereq: GEOG 110.
GEOG 112 Introduction to Travel and Tourism (3 hrs)
An introduction to the travel and tourism industry, including traditional and emerging careers; the ethical, behavioral, and logistical aspects of the travel experience; traveler needs and motivations; futuristic travel directions; and travel-related organizations.
GEOG 113 Foundations of Guest Service (3 hrs)
Analysis of guest-host service concepts and interactions in the travel and tourism industry, emphasizing the requisite attitudes and role of the professional host. The course will improve student motivation and skills toward providing positive guest experiences.
Prereq: GEOG 112 or department permission.
GEOG 115 Observing the Human Landscape (2 hrs)
A geography course for students of any curriculum designed to enlighten travel experiences by developing observational awareness and perceptual appreciation of human landscapes and by enhancing sensitivity to the personality of places.
GEOG 177/178/179 Special Topics (1/2/3 hrs)
An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once provided different topics are studied.
Prereq: Department permission.
GEOG 212 Geography of Travel and Tourism (3 hrs)
A review of the philosophy, historical development, and geographical distribution of travel and tourism. The economic, social, and environmental impacts of these activities; case studies illustrating their significance from all regions of the world.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GEOG 112 or department permission. (May be taken concurrently.)
GEOG 215 Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning (3 hrs)
A general introduction to concepts and techniques of urban and regional planning. An overview of land use planning and ordinances, site analysis and planning, and preparation of general development plans. Discussion of urban and regional planning as a career, in both public agencies and private firms.
Prereq: Not open to freshmen.
GEOG 235 Economic Geography (3 hrs)
Systematic treatment of economic activities in selected world locations. Areal factors included in the evaluation, production, and distribution of goods and services.
GEOG 240 Geographic Perspectives on Third World Development (3 hrs)
A course designed to study the geographic nature of critical development issues. Explores both positive and negative consequences of world interdependence and the global economy.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or department permission.
GEOG 277/278/279 Special Topics (1/2/3 hrs)
An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once provided different topics are studied.
Prereq: Department permission.
GEOG 300 Location and Site Analysis (3 hrs)
Practical and theoretical application of models that explain the location of human activities on earth.
Prereq: GEOG 235 recommended.
GEOG 306 Comprehensive Planning and Zoning (3 hrs)
A course studying issues of comprehensive planning, zoning, and land use regulation. Topics include preparation of a General Development Plan, current and recent zoning issues, land use legislation, and the drafting and use of state and local zoning ordinances. A base course for Urban and Regional Planning students as well as a valuable perspective to anyone interested in rural, urban, or regional development issues.
Prereq: GEOG 215.
GEOG 310 Energy Awareness (3 hrs)
A study of production, transportation, and consumption of energy, including analysis of historic, modern, and future energy sources and the environmental effects of their development. GEOG 110 or GESC 108 recommended.
GEOG 312 Travel Business Applications (3 hrs)
A survey of the operational procedures common to travel business ventures. Students will learn information-gathering techniques, the use of reference materials, the design of itineraries, reservations, and ticketing procedures, sales techniques, presentation and proposal preparation, and the emerging technologies available to travel planners.
Prereq: GEOG 110 and GEOG 112.
GEOG 313 Geography of Michigan (2 hrs)
Detailed analysis of the natural setting, population and settlement characteristics, industry, recreation, and agriculture in the state.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 314 Geography of Russia and Neighboring States (3 hrs)
A systematic and regional study of physical, cultural, and economic factors in Russia and other states of the former Soviet Union. Distribution of natural resources, population and ethnic questions, environmental problems, and political evolution will be emphasized.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 315 Travel and Tourism: The European Scene (3 hrs)
Consideration of Europe as the most significant continent for modern tourism. Emphasis is on the natural, cultural, and historical factors which form the foundation of this industry; and on the major economic, social, and environmental impacts which can be attributed to tourism.
Prereq: GEOG 112 and GEOG 212.
GEOG 316 History and Geography of Modern Europe (3 hrs)
An interdisciplinary geographical-historical study of modern Europe with the geographical component emphasizing information of an urban, demographic, occupational, and environmental nature and the historical component stressing major political, social, and cultural developments. Must be taken concurrently with HIST 316.
Prereq: GEOG 110 and one of HIST 101/HIST 102/HIST 103.
GEOG 317 History and Geography of Spanish America (3 hrs)
An interdisciplinary presentation of the history and geography of Spanish America with emphasis on political, cultural, and socioeconomic forces from the conquest to the present. Similarities and differences within and between nations are stressed as are the special relationships that exist between the nations and the United States. Must be taken concurrently with HIST 317.
Prereq: GEOG 110 and one of HIST 101/HIST 102/HIST 103.
GEOG 318 Geography of Asia (3 hrs)
A regional treatment of natural setting, distribution of the people, important occupations, and problems of future development in each of several regions.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 319 Geography of Europe (3 hrs)
Systematic treatment of the natural setting, cultural patterns, economic activities, and developmental problems of the continent; selected significant regions analyzed in detail.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 320 Geography of the United States and Canada (3 hrs)
A regional treatment of natural setting, distribution of the people, important occupations, and problems of future development in each of several regions.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 321 Geography of Latin America (3 hrs)
A regional treatment of natural setting, distribution of the people, important occupations, and problems of future development in each of several regions.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 322 Geography of Africa (3 hrs)
A human ecological treatment of the African continent, involving resource identification and use as well as the varied nature of evolving human landscapes.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 323 Geography of Australia and Pacific Islands (3 hrs)
The natural setting, distribution of the people, important occupations, and problems of future development in each of several regions.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 326 History and Geography of Modern Asia (3 hrs)
An interdisciplinary geographical-historical study of modern Asia. The geography component emphasizes urban, demographic, occupational, and environmental trends and developments; the history component stresses major political and social developments and international relations. A requirement for majors in the Japanese program in language and international trade. Must be taken concurrently with HIST 326.
Prereq: GEOG 110 and either HIST 103 or HIST 106.
GEOG 328 Geography of Canada (2 hrs)
A detailed regional treatment of natural setting, distribution of the people, important occupations, and problems of future development in each part of Canada.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108.
GEOG 332 Urban Geography (3 hrs)
A study of geographic principles related to distribution, function, structure, and regional setting of urban centers.
Prereq: GEOG 110.
GEOG 333 Settlement Geography (3 hrs)
Cultural, functional, and ecological factors underlying human settlement patterns.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or GESC 108 or GEOG 115.
GEOG 340 Medical Geography (3 hrs)
An inquiry into ecosystemic relationships between human health and conditions of the environment, both natural and cultural. The application of geographic concepts and techniques to interregional and intercultural health and health care problems.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or department permission.
GEOG 343 Geography of Sport (3 hrs)
A study of the geographic dimensions of sport, emphasizing such topics as origin, diffusion, and distribution of American sports and athletes, sports regions, and regional recruiting patterns.
GEOG 344 Recreation Geography (3 hrs)
A study of the relationship between human recreation activities and the environment. The environment as a recreation resource; recreation travel patterns; types of recreational facilities; impact of leisure activities upon the environment; recreational surveys and planning.
Recommended: GESC 114 or GEOG 215 or GEOG 115 or GEOG 360 or BIOL 224.
GEOG 345 Geography of Resorts (2 hrs)
Historical and systematic study of resorting and the resort as a functionally specialized settlement type; major resort areas of the world.
Prereq: GEOG 110 and GEOG 212 or department permission.
GEOG 348 Teaching Social Studies in Elementary Schools (3 hrs)
Survey of the social studies and evaluation of methods commonly used in the teaching of social studies in the elementary grades, with special emphasis on inquiry. Types of activities most effective in the presentation of materials and the use of visual aids are featured. A study of maps and globes, controversial issues, social values, environmental education, consumer education, global education, and ethnic groups is included. Not open to students on academic probation.
Prereq: One course in geography.
GEOG 360 Cultural Geography (3 hrs)
Human landscape patterns; emphasis upon the processes concerned with their origins, locations, and persistence.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or department permission.
GEOG 361 Geography of Population (3 hrs)
An analytical study of population characteristics and growth, world patterns of fertility, mortality, and migration. Major attention is given to human population problems, including ecology, resources depletion, and impacts of urbanization.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or department permission.
GEOG 377/378/379 Special Topics (1/2/3 hrs)
An exploration and study of topics not covered in other departmental offerings. Students may elect more than once provided different topics are studied.
Prereq: Department permission.
GEOG 387 Cooperative Education (3 hrs)
Four to six months of full-time employment at a firm or agency, chosen for imparting a practical educational experience in geography. The program consists of two work experiences GEOG 387/GEOG 487) alternated with full-time University attendance. A written report is required at the end of each employment period. Graded on a credit/no credit basis.
Prereq: Completion of sophomore year, geography major. Admittance by application only.
GEOG 407 Housing and Residential Development (3 hrs)
A course for students interested in planning, administrative, and sociological aspects of housing, emphasizing the important role of housing in American society. Issues covered include housing programs, neighborhood development activities, construction and rehabilitation of residential units, and planning techniques and regulations for residential areas. Information is presented through lectures and readings; students will also work on a preliminary site layout of a housing development.
Prereq: GEOG 215.
GEOG 409 Professional Practice for Planners (3 hrs)
A senior-level course for urban and regional planning majors and minors, intended to be taken concurrently with GEOG 410. A seminar format is used to present a series of topics relating to professional practice in planning. Readings, case studies, simulations, and guest speakers are used to expose students to professional activities, including public hearings, dealing with community controversies, and professional-level communication techniques. Topics also deal with issues of professional ethics and certification.
Prereq: GEOG 215 and senior standing, or department permission.
GEOG 410 Site Planning Studio (3 hrs)
A studio course in urban planning, gives hands-on experience in developing a site plan. Using an actual site and client, a project will be taken through the various stages of plan development. Activities include program analysis, data collection, development of alternative solutions, and selection and presentation of a final site plan.
Prereq: GEOG 215 and GEOG 306.
GEOG 423 Principles of City and Regional Planning (3 hrs)
Theory and practice of planning in the urban and regional contexts, with emphasis on the United States. Planning process at local, state, and regional levels.
Prereq: GEOG 332 or department permission.
GEOG 431 Historical Geography of the United States (3 hrs)
The sequence of human occupancy of the United States from pre-European times to the present. Temporal and spatial evolution of cultural landscapes.
Prereq: GEOG 320 or department permission.
GEOG 432 Political Geography (3 hrs)
A study of the theory and concepts of political geography, using contemporary examples. Size, location, resources, boundaries, population, and level of technology within and outside the political framework.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or department permission.
GEOG 433 Political Geography of the United States (3 hrs)
A study of the variety and diversity of geographic forms of political behavior, organization, and structure in the United States.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or department permission.
GEOG 434 The Geopolitical World (3 hrs)
Views of political space by world and regional states; strategies and capabilities for employing national power to carry out geopolitical goals.
Prereq: GEOG 110 or department permission.
GEOG 435 History of Urban Form and Function (3 hrs)
Analysis of the history of urban planning in selected regions of the world and in North American cities. Discussions of the current urban situation, and various urban planning theories.
Prereq: GEOG 332 or department permission.
GEOG 436 Tourism and Socioeconomic Development (3 hrs)
For students majoring in travel and tourism. Socioeconomic impacts of tourism, national, and international development strategies.
Prereq: GEOG 110 and GEOG 112.
GEOG 438 Industrial Location and Development (3 hrs)
Basic principles of industrial development including industrial location theory, industrial site strategy, corporate facilities planning, and community industrial development programming. Strengths and weaknesses of Michigan for economic expansion. Case studies and practical applications.
Prereq: GEOG 300 or department permission.
GEOG 440 World Food Systems (3 hrs)
An analysis of world agricultural technologies and patterns. The interrelationships among ecosystems, economic development, and political decision making in a variety of world settings.
Prereq: GEOG 235 or department permission.
GEOG 441 Transportation Geography and Planning (3 hrs)
Historical evolution and worldwide distribution of major transportation systems. Technological and social implications will be considered, with particular attention to travel and tourism.
Prereq: GEOG 235 or department permission.
GEOG 444 Census Applications to Spatial Analysis (3 hrs)
Utilization of census materials as data resources and tools with application to spatial analysis and social service problems. Designed to prepare students to intelligently assemble, organize, analyze, and utilize US census data.
GEOG 445 Cultural Tourism Resources (3 hrs)
Survey of the relationships between cultural heritage resources and tourism. The tourism potentials of cultural centers and museums, archeological sites, folk crafts and foodways, regional cultural mannerisms, ethnic landscapes, architecturally significant buildings, historic cities and towns, and other types of historic landscapes will be covered.
Prereq: GEOG 115 or GEOG 212 or GEOG 360 or GHPR 335.
GEOG 446 Heritage Interpretation and Tourism (3 hrs)
Evolution of the private sector tour-guiding and the public sector heritage interpretation concepts. Practice in the application of interpretive technique to cultural and natural tourism resources. Strategies for the integrative use of interpretive methods, including tours, demonstrations, talks, person-to-person experiences, publications, exhibits, signage, and audiovisuals.
Prereq: GEOG 445 or department permission.
GEOG 477/478/479 Special Topics (1/2/3 hrs)
An experimental course for subject matter not provided in other department offerings. The content will change from semester to semester. Students may elect this course several times as long as different topics are studied.
Prereq: Department permission.
GEOG 487 Cooperative Education (3 hrs)
Four to six months of full-time employment at a firm or agency chosen for imparting a practical educational experience in geography. The program consists of two work experiences (GEOG 387/GEOG 487) alternated with full-time attendance at the University. A written report is required at the end of each employment period. Graded on a credit/no credit basis.
Prereq: GEOG 387. Completion of junior year, geography major. Admittance by application only.
GEOG 488/489/490 Internship (4/5/6 hrs)
Supervised internship in some aspect of geography that is of mutual interest to the qualified student and the place the student will work. Designed to integrate academic training with practical application. May be taken only once for credit.
Prereq: Department permission and placement.
GEOG 497/498/499 Independent Study (1/2/3 hrs)
Advanced study on individual basis in areas in which the department does not offer a formal course. Normally restricted to proficient students in the senior year under the general conditions prescribed for honors courses.
Prereq: Department permission.