Course Descriptions

Geography - GEOG
Course Classification

Courses numbered 1-49 — are baccalaureate level (transfer) courses. Courses thus numbered are transferable to four- year institutions. Agriculture courses are designed to parallel the work taught in similar courses at California Polytechnic State University or at California State University, Fresno but may not carry the same number.

Courses numbered 50-99 — are associate degree level courses. Courses thus numbered are primarily for the student who does not plan to continue his/her education beyond the community college level; however, occupational education courses may transfer according to articulation agreements. Complete information on articulation is available through the Counseling Center.

Courses Numbered 100-201 — are non-transfer and are non-degree applicable; they are skill building or remedial.

Abbreviations for Degree, Non-Degree, and Transfer Courses

The following abbreviations designate degree applicable, transfer, and non-degree applicable courses:
(AA) Associate Degree
(CSU) Transferable to California State University System
(UC) Transferable to University of California System
(NDA) Non-Degree Applicable

  • GEOG-001
  • Physical Geography
  • Credit(s) 4

Physical Geography
GEOG 001 is an introductory course in Physical Geography, the focus of which is the spatial relationships and interrelations of matter, energy, and systems on or near the earth's surface. Class content will focus on geodesy, cartography, hydrology, geomorphology, meteorology, climatology, soil science, biogeography, and their integrated patterns of world distribution. Intensive use is made of maps and field trips.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture | 54 Laboratory
Advisory(s):
ENG-001A and Eligibility for transferable mathematics
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
GEOG 115
  • GEOG-002
  • World Regional Geography
  • Credit(s) 3

World Regional Geography
GEOG 002 is a survey of the physical, cultural, and economic features of the world's major geographic regions and nations. Special effort will be made to understand how spatial relationships and historical events have influenced regional development. The most revealing features and characteristics of regions will be identified, categorized and evaluated.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
GEOG 125
  • GEOG-003
  • Cultural Geography
  • Credit(s) 3

Cultural Geography
GEOG 003 is an introductory course in the study of cultural geography. The course is a systematic study of the various facets of human cultures including folk and popular culture, demographics, language, race and ethnicity, political systems, religions, agriculture, rural settlement forms, industries and urbanization. Field research is an important aspect of the course. (This course is recommended as an elective for students planning to teach.)

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
GEOG 120
  • GEOG-016
  • Regional Field Studies
  • Credit(s) 1

Regional Field Studies
GEOG 016 provides the opportunity for students to conduct field studies of the geography of selected regions. Physical and cultural processes, characteristics and landscapes will be observed and analyzed. Specific content will vary by geographic region.

Class Hours:
3 Lecture | 45 Laboratory
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
  • GEOG-018
  • Geography of California
  • Credit(s) 3

Geography of California
GEOG 018 provides a general overview of the physical and cultural qualities and conditions that define California as a unique political subdivision of the United States. Topics such as landforms, climate, soils and natural vegetation, along with cultural history and demographics, income, employment and education, immigration and other cultural characteristics are examined as they relate to the entire state in general and to specific regions in particular.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 001A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
GEOG 140
  • GEOG-049
  • Directed Study
  • Credit(s) 1 - 2

Directed Study Course
GEOG 049 is designed for students who wish to undertake special projects related to a particular field. Students, under instructor guidance and acknowledgment, may pursue individual exploration after completing or while currently enrolled in at least one course in the department of directed study.

Class Hours:
108 Laboratory
Transfers to:
CSU