GEOG R101 - Elements of Physical Geography

    Recent Professors
    James Danza, Sam Orndorff, Christiane Mainzer, James Craine
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    32–55 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course is an introduction to physical geography as a spatial study which investigates global themes on the interaction of human and physical environmental impacts incorporating the elements of the atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Topics include: Climate change; the ozone layer; ecosystem/deforestation; fire, water resources, and environmental hazards; weather events such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and El Niño; geological events such as earthquakes, volcanism, and landslides. Topics are made relevant to students through their own life experiences and field observations of local phenomena.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:30am–11:45am, Tue Thu 1:00pm–2:15pm