Physical Geography

This course is a spatial study of the Earth's dynamic physical systems and processes. Topics include: Earth-sun relationships, weather, climate, water, landforms, soil, and the biosphere. Emphasis is on the interrelationships among environmental and human systems and processes and their resulting patterns and distributions. Tools of geographic inquiry are also briefly covered; they may include: maps, remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Broad-based course with an interdisciplinary outlook. (C-ID GEOG 110) Transfer: CSU; UC