• GEOG 1790: Explor World Thru Geospat Tech

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This exploratory course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of Geospatial Science and how Geospatial Technology (GST) is used to measure, imagine, study, and discover our complex and ever-changing human and natural world. You will learn the basic techniques of cartography (mapping), GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (Geographic Information Systems), spatial analysis, and remote sensing (drones and satellites).
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• GEOG 2400: Cartography and Map Design

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Cartography and Map Design is an essential component of geospatial knowledge and skills and anchors all research, presentation, publication, decision-making, and output from Geospatial Technologies. This course will cover geovisualization topics such as map components, projections, symbols, scale, grid systems, direction, coordinates, distance, relief, color, patterns, and the map design process. You can expect to work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), though no previous experience is necessary. After finishing this course, you'll be able to study, understand, analyze, interpret, and especially construct good maps.
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• GEOG 2790: Pathways and Careers in Geog

  1.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course introduces new and prospective Geography, Environment & Sustainability majors and minors to career opportunities, department faculty, options for major tracks, and real-world applications of geographic perspectives and techniques. When you finish this course, you will be able to identify a pathway through a major or minor and into a productive career.
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• GEOG 2840: INT Geospatial Internship

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This summative course provides a structured work experience in a supervised setting under the direction of a geospatial employer mentor and the course instructor. The internship will give students invaluable experience with technical, professional, and ethical issues commonly faced by geospatial professionals in today's workforce. Each student will work with their supervisor/mentor and instructor to develop a set measurable Internship Learning Outcomes (ILOs) that will be used to evaluate performance and competence in a real-world job situation. Prerequisite:    GEO 1720 and GEOG 2400
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• GEOG 2850: Geospatial Capstone

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This capstone course provides a summative learning experience that is a culmination of a student's geospatial education. Students apply their knowledge and skills to develop, implement, and evaluate a geospatial project that simulates a workplace experience, including collaboration as part of a team when appropriate. Students and the instructor develop a set of measurable Capstone Learning Outcomes (CLOs) that will be used to evaluate performance and competence to complete a geospatial project from start to finish. Prerequisite:    GEO 1720 and GEO 2200 and GEOG 2400
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• GEOG 2920: Workshop

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
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• GEOG 2950: Field Study or Trips

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Travel to explore nearby National and State Parks, and urban and rural lands to make observations, collect data, perform field-based research, and report on the experience.
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• GEOG 3050: Weather & Climate

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course examines Earth's climate system, and the way its components interact to produce major weather and climate features. Examples include tornadoes, hurricanes, jet streams, El Niño, and the causes and consequences of climate change. When you finish this course, you will better understand our complex atmosphere, and the ways in which it affects us all. Prerequisite:    GEO 1130 and GEOG 1000 and GEOG 101 and GEOG 1010 and GEOG 1500
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• GEOG 3060: SUS World Environmental Issues

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course explores a range of environmental issues from local to global contexts, considering their root causes, impacts, and interconnections to social and economic factors. Topics typically include air and water quality, food production, forests, consumption and waste/resource management, and the overarching issue of climate change. The course also identifies solutions to these challenges toward the creation of a more sustainable, equitable and healthy world for all. When you finish this course, you will better understand how people have transformed the environment and your own ability to contribute to solutions. Prerequisite:    BTNY 140 and BTNY 1403 and GEOG 1000 and GEOG 101 and GEOG 1010
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• GEOG 3070: Wetland Environments

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Analysis of physical properties, values, economic, and legal issues associated with wetland environments. Since wetlands in different places have many different attributes, a detailed examination is made of wetland environments in different parts of the United States.
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