GEOG 102 - PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

    Recent Professors
    Mike Pesses, Karen Sonksen
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    40–45 students
    Difficulty
    5.0Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course examines Earth's weather and climate patterns from a geographic perspective. Students explore the basic principles of weather and climate as well as causes and effects. Emphasis is placed on understanding various elements and controls of weather and climate as well as interpreting weather maps and charts. Techniques and principles involved in interpreting weather data, weather charts and maps and weather forecasting will also be introduced. (C-ID: GEOG 130)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:00am–12:20pm