GEOG272 - Physical Geography
General
Prefix
GEOG
Course Number
272
Course Level
Undergraduate
Instruction Mode
Lec/Lab
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
School of Public Affairs
Description
Geographical description of spatial characteristics associated with the Earth's hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and lithosphere.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
Yes
MN Goal Designation(s)
03
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Students will describe concepts, principles, and theories of physical geography.
Outcome
Students will test hypotheses, analyze and interpret data, draw inferences and conclusions, and identify further questions for investigation in this class.
Outcome
Students will recognize the human nature of the scientific enterprise and will evaluate societal issues from a science perspective, question the evidence presented, and make informed judgements about these issues (e.g., climate change of water pollution issues).
Outcome
Students will use the scientific method to carry out experiments.