GEOG 001 - Intro Physical Geography

    Recent Professors
    Joseph Hasty
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    38 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of GEOG 001
    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. Students have the opportunity to explore topics such as Earth-sun geometry, weather, climate, water, landforms, soil, and the biosphere. Emphasis is on the interrelationships among environmental and the diverse human systems and processes that result in various patterns and distributions. Students also have the opportunity to explore the various tools of geographic inquiry, including maps, remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:55am–12:20pm, Mon Wed 12:30pm–1:55pm, Mon Wed 9:20am–10:45am