101 The Physical Environment-Landforms
4 crs (2-4). F, Sp.
GE-IIC
Credit may be earned in only one of the following: GEOG 101,
GEOG 104, GEOG 106, GEOG 110, or GEOL 106
No credit toward geography major or minor. Field trip.
Discusses the nature of landforms, the processes which shape
them, and their aesthetic and economic importance.
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104 The Physical Environment
4 crs (3-2). F, Sp, Su.
GE-IIC
Credit may be earned in only one of the following: GEOG 101,
GEOG 102, GEOG 104, GEOG 106, GEOG 110, or GEOL 106
Special course fee required.
Human interrelationships with elements of weather, climate,
landforms, soils, and vegetation.
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108 Maps
2 crs (1-2). F, Sp.
GE-IIIC
An introduction to the basic types of maps, air photographs,
and diagrams. Primary emphasis on interpretation of these
forms of visual communication and understanding their uses
and limitations.
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111 Human Geography
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su.
GE-IIIC; FC; CD1
The basic elements, processes, distributions, and problems
associated with cultural groups: their principal ways of
life, interrelationships with the natural environment, and
sociocultural diversity. Topics include: population, race,
language, religion, political ideologies, and economic
systems.
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150 Regions of the Developed World
3 crs (3-0). F.
GE-IIIC; FC
A timely survey of selected cultural, economic, political,
and environmental issues affecting regions of the developed
world. Provides a global understanding of the nature,
causes, and consequences of contemporary problems in North
America, Europe, Russia, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand.
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151 Regions of the Third World
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
GE-IIIC; FC
A timely survey of selected cultural, economic, political,
and environmental issues affecting regions of the Third
World. Provides a global understanding of the nature,
causes, and consequences of contemporary problems in such
countries.
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155 Economic Geography
3 crs (3-0). F, even-numbered years.
GE-IIIC
Classical location models of production, exchange,
consumption, and development with special emphasis on the
space economy of the United States.
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178 Conservation of the Environment
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp, Su.
GE-IIC
No credit if taken after BIOL 180
Field trip(s) required. Satisfies requirement for Wisconsin
teaching licensure in science and social science.
The use and abuse of environmental resources and the
problems involved in their management and conservation.
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185 Weather and Climate of North America
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
GE-IIC
Not for geography majors or minors.
Analysis and description of the variations of temperature,
precipitation, pressure, wind, air masses, and storms over
North America; classification and description of climatic
regions based on the distinct combinations of weather
elements.
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186 Natural Landscapes of North America
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
GE-IIC
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
Explores the physiographic provinces of North America, with
attention to principles of origin and development and to
factors which have contributed to the distinctive surface
characteristics of each region.
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188 Cultural Landscapes of North America
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIC; CD2
Not for geography majors or minors.
Explores the cultural landscapes of North America, with
attention to rural-urban differences, cross-national
comparisons, and landscapes of the past, present, and
future.
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199 Computer Techniques in Geography
2 crs (1-2). F, Sp.
Not for GE
An introduction to the primary computer techniques used in
geography, including computer mapping and spatial analysis.
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270 Land Use Issues and Problems
3 crs (3-0). F.
Not for GE
Field trip(s) required
Basic concepts and philosophies of land use, including
techniques and methodology of land use analysis.
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280 Introduction to Cartography
3 crs (2-2). F, Sp.
P: GEOG 199 recommended
Not for GE
The elements of cartography. Emphasis on the graphic
expression of geographical and statistical data for
reproduction on maps.
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301 Western Europe
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIC; FC
Europe west of the Iron Curtain, with emphasis on physical,
biotic, and cultural themes which unify the region. Includes
the national level of regionalization. Utilizes aspects of
history, politics, literature, and physical geography.
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308 Russia and Eastern Europe
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIC; FC
Examination of natural and human resources, economic and
political organization of Eastern Europe and the former
Soviet Union. Special attention to ideological and
institutional problems of population growth, nationalities,
and regional development.
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311 Middle America
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIC; FC
See also AIS 311
Credit may not be earned in both GEOG 311 and AIS 311
Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean Islands, with
special attention to the pre-Columbian roots of the mainland
in relation to the modern nations, and an analysis of
current problems in the island nations.
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314 Africa
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IIIC; FC
Topical analysis of human groups and environments, cultural
contact, and development problems.
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325 Geography of the United States and Canada
3 crs (3-0). F, even-numbered years.
GE-IIIC; CD1
The contemporary geography of the United States and Canada
with emphasis on the spatial dimensions of demography,
social structure, economic activities, and urbanization.
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326 Geography Seminar
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: GEOG 199 recommended
Not for GE
An examination of the major paradigms of geography presented
in a seminar setting. Emphasis on research methodology.
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328 Quantitative Methods in Geography
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: GEOG 199 recommended
Not for GE
Applications of quantitative techniques to problems of
measurement, classification, area association and sampling,
and comparative regional analysis.
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332 /532 Advanced Cartography
3 crs (2-2). Sp.
P: GEOG 280
Not for GE
Cartographic methods with emphasis on compilation and design
techniques for maps and modern methods of map reproduction.
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335 /535 Geographic Information Systems
3 crs (2-2). F.
P: GEOG 199 recommended
Not for GE
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of GIS technology
and the utilization of spatial data for solving geographic
problems. Raster and vector approaches to spatial processing
are examined. Special emphasis is given to raster based
systems.
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338 /538 Remote Sensing of the Environment
3 crs (2-2). Sp.
P: GEOG 199 recommended
Not for GE
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
Descriptive interpretation of remote-sensing images from
ground, aerial, and space platforms.
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339 Computer Mapping
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: GEOG 199 and 280
Not for GE
Introduction to the uses of computers in the design and
construction of maps. Topics include digitizing tasks, the
organization and utilization of mapping software, and the
production of computer-drawn maps.
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340 Climatology
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: GEOG 104
Not for GE
Field trip(s) required
Comprehensive study of climatic phenomena with emphasis on
global heat and water balances, daily weather analysis,
climate classification, and climate change.
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345 The Ice Ages
3 crs (3-0). Sp, even-numbered years.
GE-IIC
Field trip(s) required
Causes, history, and effects of the Ice Ages, including the
study of climatic changes, related oceanic and biological
disruptions, Ice Age landforms; also, the characteristics
and world distribution of modern glaciers.
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350 /550 Soils
3 crs (2-2). F.
P: GEOG 104 or GEOL 110 or GEOL 115
Not for GE
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
Study of basic soil characteristics, processes, and
classifications with focus on the practical application of
soil information to land use problems.
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352 Business Geographics
3 crs (3-0). Sp, even-numbered years.
P: GEOG 328 or MATH 245
SL-Optional/Half; Not for GE
Business applications of geographic analysis and Geographic
Information Systems techniques. Emphasis on threshold
analysis, target market research, market area analysis, and
retail site location. Approximately 25 hours of field work
will be conducted during the semester. Extensive use of GIS
software, large spatial databases, and database manipulation
required.
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360 Geomorphology
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: GEOG 104 or GEOL 110 or GEOL 115
Not for GE
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
A study of the major landform types and their
characteristics, distribution, and shaping processes; also
considered are the events and other factors, such as rock
types, that influence development of those landforms.
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363 Watershed Analysis
4 crs (3-2). F.
P: GEOG 104, or GEOL 110, or GEOL 115
Not for GE
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
Instructor approval required
Watershed-based study of surface-water hydrologic processes
and the factors (climate, soils, vegetation, land use) that
affect them. Particular emphasis placed on investigations of
watersheds in the Eau Claire area.
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364 Fluvial Processes and Landforms
4 crs (3-2). Sp.
P: GEOG 104, or GEOL 110, or GEOL 115
Not for GE
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
Instructor approval required
Study of river processes and the landforms that result from
them, including how processes and landforms respond to
natural and anthropogenic environmental change.
Investigations of streams in the Eau Claire area emphasized.
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365 Outdoor Recreation
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IIIC
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
Exploration of outdoor recreation resources in the U.S. with
emphasis on their diverse recreational amenities; societal
and personal leisure values; related user problems;
management solutions.
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367 Landscape Analysis: Cultural
1-3 crs.
GE-IIIC
Minimum sophomore standing
Field trip(s) required
Geographic analysis of cultural landscapes by means of field
experiences.
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368 Landscape Analysis: Physical
1-3 crs.
GE-IIC
Minimum sophomore standing
Field trip(s) required
Geographic analysis of physical landscapes by means of field
experiences.
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375 Environmental Quality
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: GEOG 178 or BIOL 180 recommended
GE-IIIC
Special course fee required.
Society's impact on the quality of the environment. The role
of cultural attitudes, population, economic systems,
technology, and political institutions in creating
environmental problems.
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378 International Environmental Problems and Policy
3 crs (3-0). F.
GE-IIIC; FC
Examination of the threats to the global environment and the
response of the international community.
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379 Wisconsin
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
GE-IIIC
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
A geographic analysis of Wisconsin and its people, with
emphasis on cultural and environmental characteristics,
patterns of land use, and changing ways of life.
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395 Independent Projects
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
Not for GE
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
Directed study of a geographic problem approved by the
supervising instructor and the Department Chair.
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399 Independent Study - Juniors
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
Not for GE
Limited to geography majors or minors
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
An intensive study of a geographic topic resulting in a
quality paper or report suitable for publication.
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400 Senior Thesis
3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
P: Core courses required for all geography majors
Not for GE
Capstone experience for majors in this department
Instructor approval required
Independent research integrating theory and methodology,
quantitative, and cartographic techniques applied to a
specific area of geographic interest and leading to a
quality paper and oral presentation of findings.
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401 Capstone Seminar
3 crs. Sp.
P: Core courses required for all geography majors
Not for GE
Capstone experience for majors in this department
Course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits
Special course fee required.
One week of directed field work is required.
Designed to integrate theory and methodology, quantitative,
and cartographic techniques, and field work to serve as a
"capstone experience" for geography majors. Literature
review, research design, data collection, and presentation
skills are stressed.
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405 Geography Teaching Practicum
1-3 crs. F, Sp.
P: Consent of instructor; completion of GEOG core courses
3.3 gradepoint in GEOG; B+ or better in the connected
lower division course
Not for GE
Qualified advanced students work under close supervision of
faculty assisting in the teaching of a specific lower-
division geography course. Tutoring of lower-division
students, leading of small group discussion sections,
supervision of conventional and computer laboratories, and
other duties as assigned. Each student will research and
prepare a comprehensive lecture on a selected topic for the
lower-division course.
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445 Historical Geography
3 crs (3-0). Sp, odd-numbered years.
GE-IIIC; CD1
Examines the problems of reconstructing past geographies and
analyzing changes of geographic phenomena through time.
Emphasis on the historical geography of the United States.
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446 Political Geography
3 crs (3-0). Sp, even-numbered years.
GE-IIIC
A systematic analysis of the distribution of political
activity and the relationship of that pattern to other
spatial phenomena. Emphasis on national states and
international problems.
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470 Urban Geography
3 crs (3-0). F.
Not for GE
Special course fee required.
Field trip(s) required
Considers (1) cities as systems of service, trade, and
manufacturing centers; (2) the internal structure of cities
with emphasis on residential, commercial, and industrial
patterns. North American urban places and solutions are
stressed.
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480 Rural Planning Problems
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: GEOG 270
Not for GE
Field trip(s) required
Examination of land-related social problems in rural America
and consideration of alternative public policy solutions.
Topics include contemporary and historical land ownership
patterns, taxing land, family farms and agribusiness, small
town economies, migrant workers, the role of federal tax
laws and farm programs.
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491 Special Topics
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
Not for GE
Limited to geography majors or minors
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
No more than six credits may be applied to the geography
major or minor.
Instructor approval required
Special topics will vary, depending on interests of students
and faculty. Topics will include specific micro-regions and
systematic approaches in geography.
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498 Community Internship - Geography
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
SL-Full; Not for GE
Capstone experience for majors in this department
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
The practical application of geographic knowledge and skills
off-campus. Student will hold a part-time assignment in a
community organization and receive credit toward a major or
minor in geography.
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499 Independent Study - Seniors
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
Not for GE
Limited to geography majors or minors
Minimum senior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
Same as Geog 399, except for senior majors only.
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797 Independent Study/Graduate
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
An intensive study of a geographic topic resulting in a
paper suitable for publication.
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