GEOG 1, INTRODUCTION TO NATURAL ENVIRONMENT 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab) • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
This course is a survey of the distribution and functional relationships of the elements of the terrestrial environment, including weather, climate, landforms, soils, natural vegetation, wildlife, and hydrography. The effects of the sun and moon on environmental processes are considered. *Maximum credit allowed for Geography 1 and 5 is one course (four units).
2047 8:00a-9:20a MW DRSCHR 208 Young B C
2048 8:00a-9:20a TTh BUS 250 Morris P S
Above section 2048 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
2049 9:30a-10:50a MW DRSCHR 208 Young B C
2050 11:30a-2:35p F DRSCHR 136 King J
4315 5:15p-6:35p MW DRSCHR 208 Staff
4316 6:45p-9:50p M BUS 251 Kellner P A
GEOG 2, INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
This course is a study of humanity and the eco-system. It includes a systematic consideration of problems related to present-day human population distribution, numbers, and patterns of increase. World wide agriculture, manufacturing, trade, urbanization processes, and geo-politics are also considered.
2051 8:00a-9:20a MW DRSCHR 128 Kranz J
2052 12:45p-2:05p TTh BUS 250 Morris P S
Above section 2052 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
2053 2:15p-3:35p MW DRSCHR 205 Morris P S
Above section 2053 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
2054 3:45p-5:05p MW DRSCHR 205 Morris P S
Above section 2054 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
4317 6:45p-9:50p M DRSCHR 208 Hackeling J
GEOG 3, WEATHER AND CLIMATE 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab) • Prerequisite: None.
This course is a survey of the earthĦs atmosphere, with special reference to the causes and regional distribution of weather and climate. The nature and causes of winds, clouds, precipitation, and severe storms are studied. Students will learn techniques of local weather observation and prediction.
2055 2:15p-3:35p TTh BUS 250 Selby W A
Above section 2055 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
GEOG 5, PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY WITH LAB 4 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, + LAB) • Prerequisite: None.
This course surveys the distribution and relationships of environmental elements including weather, climate, landforms, soils, natural vegetation, wildlife, and hydrography. It covers the effect of the sun and moon on environmental processes. Students may receive credit for either Geography 1 or 5 but not both. *Maximum credit allowed for Geography 1 and 5 is one course (four units).
2056 2:30p-5:35p MW DRSCHR 136 Selby W A
Above section 2056 is part of the Scholars Program and is recommended for, but not limited to, students in the Scholars Program. See Special Programs section of class schedule or www.smc.edu/scholars for additional information.
2057 3:45p-5:05p TTh DRSCHR 136 Drake V G
12:20p-3:20p Th DRSCHR 136 Drake V G
Above section 2057 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
4318 6:45p-9:50p MW DRSCHR 136 Burnett M T
GEOG 7, INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None.
This introductory course will use an interdisciplinary approach to provide students with a broad perspective on environmental problems and solutions. Students will be introduced to the strategies used by scientists, economists, political analysts, and other writers and researchers to investigate and analyze environmental and urban issues, human/nature relationships, natural and built environments, and environmental citizenship.
Geography 7 is the same course as Environmental Studies 7. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.
4319 6:45p-9:50p Th SCI 145 Selby W A
Above section 4319 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
GEOG 8, INTRODUCTION TO URBAN STUDIES 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None.
The course includes analyses of processes, spatial patterns, and problems related to intercity and intracity development and function. Consideration will be given to selected environmental factors, diverse human cultures, and economic forces that influence urban development. It includes an introduction to the use of maps and modern geographic techniques (such as geographic information systems) to identify and solve urban problems. Student participation in field exercises will be stressed taking advantage of the Los Angeles metropolitan area as a Àlaboratory” to relate urban theory to fact.
Geography 8 is the same course as Urban Studies 8. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.
2058 9:30a-10:50a TTh BUS 250 Morris P S
Above section 2058 is part of the Scholars Program and is recommended for, but not limited to, students in the Scholars Program. See Special Programs section of class schedule or www.smc.edu/scholars for additional information.
GEOG 14, GEOGRAPHY OF CALIFORNIA 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None.
This course satisfies Santa Monica CollegeĦs American cultures requirement.
This course surveys the physical and human geography of California and the process shaping its landscapes. Topics include natural features and resources, such as geology, climate, plants, and hydrology. Historical and current trends in human population, migration, and settlement patterns are considered, including a review of the stateĦs major cultural groups. Primary and advanced economic activities are examined within modern rural and urban settings. Emphasis is on the profound connections between these topics, on CaliforniaĦs unequaled diversity, and the rapid change that is transforming our people and its landscapes.
2059 11:15a-12:35p MW DRSCHR 207 Drake V G
Above section 2059 is part of the Scholars Program and is recommended for, but not limited to, students in the Scholars Program. See Special Programs section of class schedule or www.smc.edu/scholars for additional information.
2060 3:45p-5:05p TTh BUS 250 Selby W A
Above section 2060 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
4320 6:45p-9:50p Th DRSCHR 207 Staff
GEOG 20, INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS 3 UNITS
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course is an introduction to the concepts and principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Students will be introduced to cartographic principles, as well as the history, use, requirements, and basic operations of GIS. Using ArcViewĦs vector-based software, students will learn a variety of basic GIS functions through classroom exercises, individual and group projects. Students will carry out spatial analysis using vector data and present their findings in oral, written, and cartographic form.
Geography 20 is the same course as GIS 20 and CIS 20. Students may earn credit for one course only.
4321 6:45p-9:50p Th BUS 250 Drake V G
Arrange-2 Hours Staff
Above section 4321 includes environmental and/or urban studies material in the course content.
GEOG 35F, FIELD STUDY: CALIFORNIA 1 UNIT
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course combines classroom and laboratory studies with actual field studies in geography. Field experiences are designed to apply basic geographic concepts and techniques in the study of diverse landscapes and the processes shaping them. Students will attend three 3-hour lecture classes and are required to attend at least two of the three planned weekend field trips that include California coastal, mountain, and desert locations.
2061 Arrange-3 Hours DRSCHR 136 Selby W A
Above section 2061 meets on two Fridays in DRSCHR 136, September 3 and November 19, 4:00p-7:00p. Required field trips are on two weekends, October 29-31, and November 5-7.