GEOG 265 - Research Topics in Applied Geography

(R only) CE

Research topics in geography, designed to develop the ability to originate, formulate, and perform geographic studies commonly encountered in public and private agencies. Special topics cover physical, economic, social, and political matters selected to fit individual and team approaches to geography problems characteristic of the Washington metropolitan area. Standard research techniques are stressed. PREREQUISITE(S): Minimum of nine hours in applied geography and consent of program coordinator. Two hours lecture, two hours studio/laboratory each week. Formerly GE 262.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Articulate specific and specialized topics in geography.
Explain of geographic processes, concepts, and use geographic terminology.
Articulate geographic theories.
Utilize maps and atlases as tools.
Utilize various geographic applications.
Utilize geographic and cartographic skills to a specific theme.
Research, organize, and present in written format about specific geographic topics.
Analyze geographic data, demographics, and other various statistics.

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