4.00 Credits
Honors-level introduction to physical geography, emphasizing characteristics and processes of the earth's surface and lower atmosphere and their interaction to produce a world pattern of distinctive environments significant to humanity. Covers elements and controls of climate, atmospheric circulation, precipitation and storms, the hydrological cycle, world climate and vegetation patterns, and climate change. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (NS)Satisfies General Education Requirement through the 2021-2022 academic catalog: (NS)Contact Hour Distribution: 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab, and 1 hour discussion. Credit Restriction: Students may not receive credit for both 131 and 137.