GEOG 201. Physical Geography. Contemporary physical geography, including concepts needed to understand our physical environment. Laboratory must be taken concurrently with lecture section. (4) Spring
GEOG 202. Human Geography. An introduction to the ways in which geographers approach their studies through a focus on the world’s regions. Basic geographic concepts, problem solving, and analytical techniques are emphasized. (3) Fall
GEOG 300. Older Women’s Issues. An interdisciplinary examination of the social, economic, and health issues facing older women in the United States. (3)
GEOG 301. Cartography. Map use and interpretation; compilation, composition, and drafting of maps. (3)
GEOG 323. Social Statistics. An introduction to the application of statistical techniques for social sciences; use of computers to aid in statistical problem-solving. Prerequisites: GEOG 202, PSY 102 or SOC 101, and MATH 111. (3)
GEOG 340. Geography of Latin America. An examination of Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America from a geographic point of view; special focus on issues of population growth and economic development. (3)
GEOG 382. Urban Geography. Examination of urban systems and the internal structure of cities with emphasis on the North American city. (3)
GEOG 400. Population Analysis. Study of population size, composition, and distribution as well as basic concepts and techniques used to analyze populations; involves data manipulation, analysis, and case studies from around the world. Prerequisite: GEOG 202 or SOC 101. Offered Alternate Springs. (3)
GEOG 401. Human-Environmental Interactions. Interactions between human beings and the planet on which we live from a variety of perspectives with a focus on current environmental problems. Prerequisite: GEOG 201 or permission of instructor. (3)
GEOG 403. Economic Geography.A study of the spatial distribution of economic systems. Prerequisite: GEOG 202 or permission of instructor. Offered Alternate Springs. (3)
GEOG 485. Directed Study in Geography.(1-6)
GEOL 101, 102 General Geology I, II. Physical and historical geology; study of earth materials and processes and their effects on mankind; historical development of the earth and its life forms; laboratory periods frequently used for field trips; three lectures and one laboratory per week. GEOL 101 recommended before 102. (4)
GEOL 201. Environment Science. Application of physical and biological principles to understanding the environment and environmental issues. Three lectures and one laboratory per week. (4)
GEOL 301. Rocks and Minerals. Origin, occurrence, and physical properties of common minerals and rocks; introduction to crystallography and mineralogy; identification of common rocks and minerals in the laboratory and field; two lectures and two laboratory periods per week. Prerequisite: GEOL 101 or equivalent. (4)
GEOL 311. Natural Resources. The characteristics and origins of mineral and energy resources. Techniques of exploration, extraction and reclamation. Three lectures and one laboratory per week. Prerequisite: GEOL 101 or equivalent. (4)
GEOL 315. Geology of New Mexico. The rock types, structures, and tectonic history of New Mexico; one three-hour lecture per week. (3)
GEOL 331. Sedimentology. Sediments and sedimentary rocks; their properties, classification, and origin. Three lectures and one laboratory per week. Prerequisite: GEOL 102 or equivalent. (4)
GEOL 401. Hydrogeology. The hydrologic cycle. Principles of surface and ground water flow. Water quality and resource management. Three lectures and one laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MATH 123 and GEOL 101 or CHEM 151. (4)
GEOL 481/581. Geology Workshop for Teachers. A workshop designed to increase understanding of and familiarity with geological materials, phenomena, theories and techniques of interpretation through a combination of lectures, slides, hands-on exercises, and field trips. (3-4)