Examines the physical factors controlling the global distribution of life on Earth. Major topics include Earth-Sun relationships, biomes, weather, physical landforms, hydrology, climate, and the oceans. Lab exercises involve making and analyzing various types of maps, performing measurements, recording observations, analyzing data using basic math, and writing reports. A field trip to a local geologic site may be required.

Prerequisite: None

Examines the geography of a specific region of Earth's surface.

Prerequisite: GEOG 105