GEOG 4 - Physical Geography

    Recent Professors
    L. Pitts
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    33–48 students
    Difficulty
    5.1Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of GEOG 4
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course is a spatial study of the Earth’s dynamic physical systems and processes. Topics include: Earth-sun relationships, weather, climate, water, landforms, soil, and the biosphere. Emphasis is on the interrelationships among environmental and human systems and processes and their resulting patterns and distributions. Tools of geographic inquiry are also briefly covered; they may include: maps, remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Broad-based course with an interdisciplinary outlook.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:00am–10:15am, Mon Wed 9:00am–10:50am