Course Details
Course Code:
GEOG 101
Credits:
3
Calendar Description:
An introduction to the study of geography with emphasis on the interaction between society and the environment, particularly in a Canadian context. Fundamental concepts and approaches, in addition to methods and techniques of geography will be examined.
Hours:
Total Hours: 45
Total Weeks:
15
Pre-Requisites:
None
Course Content:
WEEK/TOPIC
Week 1 Introduction to the Course, Geography, and Environmentalism
Week 2 Introduction Concluded
Week 3 Environmental Ethics, Worldviews and Sustainable Development
Week 4 Earth's Life Support Systems: The Abiotic Components
Week 5 Earth's Life Support Systems: The Biotic Components
Week 6 The Constancy of Ecological Change
Week 7 Mid Term Exam
Week 8 Human Population: Characteristics and Dynamics (Assignment #1 due)
Week 9 Atmospheric Change
Week 10 Fresh Water
Week 11 Remembrance Day (no class)
Week 12 Energy
Week 13 Wild Species & Natural Spaces
Week 14 Urbanization and Sustainability (Assignment #2 due)
Week 15 Final Exam (tbc)
Learning Outcomes:
The main objectives of this course are:
- To introduce geography within the context of environmental studies.
- To outline the broad features of the interaction between human society and the natural environment
- To introduce key ecological concepts and principles.
- To examine the relationship between human resource utilization and the environment with particular emphasis on the Canadian situation
- To discuss efforts and strategies to seek sustainability in the relationship between society and the environment
Grading System:
Letters
Grading Weight:
Final Exam: 25 %
Midterm Exam: 25 %
Assignments: 50 %
Other Programs:
Academic
Associate of Arts Diploma
Associate of Arts Degree