Department of History & Geography
GEO 1103 - Introduction To Geography
This course introduces all major fields of geography. Included, are examinations of physical phenomena such as weather and climate, landforms and natural resources, as well as human phenomena such as population, culture, political organization, economic activities, and cities.
GEO 1203 - Physical Geography
A survey course dealing with the principle physical elements of the environment; special emphasis on geomorphology.
GEO 1403 - Cultural Geography
This course is a survey of how societies adapted to and modified the earth's surface while creating cultural landscapes. Population patterns, languages, religions, political structures, and economic structures are emphasized.
GEO 2000 - Topics In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 2303 - Regional Geography Of The World
A study of the world's major regions. Each region's physical, cultural, and politico-economic characteristics are reviewed. Region-wide cooperation patterns are discussed and compared. Most major countries in the region are introduced with emphasis on related current issues.
GEO 2403 - Weather And Climate
This course is a study of weather and climate with emphasis on the impact of natural foces upon humans, animal life, and vegetation.
GEO 3000 - Workshop In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree.
GEO 3013 - Geographic Skills
This course is an exploration of geographic field methods, archival research, information analysis, and map interpretation skills. Prerequisite(s): GEO 1403 or 1203 or 1103 or 2303 and sophomore standing or above.
GEO 3103 - Map Analysis And Cartography
This course is designed to increase students' proficiency in analyzing and creating maps. Students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of map reading and analysis, as well as those skills required to create maps effectively and to communicate myriad types of spatial information.
GEO 3113 - Introduction To Geographic Information Systems
This course offers intensive instruction in the skills of geographic information system technology and the methods of collecting, storing, assessing, and manipulating geographic information from a multidisciplinary perspective. Prerequisite(s): Basic computer skills.
GEO 3123 - Geography Of Europe
This course examines the human and physical geography of Europe including physical regions, economic activities, political trends, and environmental issues. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
GEO 3143 - Geography Of Latin America
This course examines the human and physical geography of Latin America including physical regions, economic activities, political trends, and environmental issues. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
GEO 3153 - Geography Of Mid East & North Africa
This course examines the human and physical geography of the Middle East and North Africa including physical regions, economic activities, political trends, and environmental issues. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
GEO 3163 - Geography Of Africa
This course examines the human and physical geography of Africa including physical regions, economic activities, political trends, and environmental issues. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
GEO 3173 - Geography Of Australia & Major Pacific Islands
This course examines the human and physical geography of Australia and the major Pacific Islands including physical regions, economic activities, political trends, and environmental issues. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
GEO 3183 - Geography Of South Asia
This course examines the human and physical geography of South Asia including physical regions, economic activities, political trends, and environmental issues. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
GEO 3193 - Geography Of The Developing World
This course surveys the human and physical geography of the developing world including physical regions, economic activities, political trends, and environmental issues.
GEO 3203 - Geography Of North America
This course examines the human and physical geography of North America including physical regions, economic activities, political trends, and environmental issues. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
GEO 3303 - Geography Of Russia & Central Asia
This course is a comprehensive study of the Russian federation and nations of Central Asia. Focus is on the key physical and human geographic phenomena including natural resources, manufacturing, industrial and post-industrial development, and present and probable geopolitical conflicts.
GEO 3403 - Geography Of The Western Pacific
This course is a comprehensive and comparative study of the countries of East and Southeast Asia. Included is discussion of the human and physical geographies of these regions; intra-national relations; and the relations between countries of the Western Pacific and the rest of the world.
GEO 3503 - World Political Geography
Fundamentals of political geography. Survey of geopolitics. Study of the world's critical areas.
GEO 3703 - Conservation Of Natural Resources
A survey of the natural resources of the United States. Current problems in the conservation of human and natural resources of the United States. The emphasis is on ways of attacking conservation problems.
GEO 3803 - Geography Of Oklahoma
A study of the physical and cultural geographical factors of Oklahoma. The emphasis is on the use of geographical environment in planning the future.
GEO 3990 - Advanced Topics In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 4013 - Economic Geography
This course is an in-depth exploration of the human and physical influences on patterns of contemporary economic activities from the local to global scales. Themes include the spatial dimensions of resource use, energy consumption, trade, agriculture, industry and post-industrial landscapes. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.
GEO 4513 - Historical Geography Of North America
This course will provide an historical interpretation of the growth and development of the United States and Canada including the human activities that shaped landscapes and resulting environmental changes. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
GEO 4533 - Geography Of South & Southwest Asia
This course is an intensive study of one of the most critical regions in the world. The region includes the resource-rich Middle East and the populous Indian subcontinent. Major focus is on resource politics and religious conflicts. Perequisite(s): Junior standing.
GEO 4603 - Urban Geography
A study of contemporary city systems and their transformation. Topics include the historical perspective of urban development and major cities in the world. It surveys in depth the changing roles of the world's major urban centers.
GEO 4613 - World Geopolitical Hot Spots
This course is a comprehensive study of selected geopolitical hot spots; including discussion of topical and geographic issues of current importance. Analysis of each topic entails its regional setting, historical development patterns, and its current status. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
GEO 4703 - Geographical Information Systems For K-12 Educator
This course introduces geographic information systems as tools for illustrating geographic concepts in K-12 education. The primary focus is on theoretical and practical knowledge of GIS software, as well as applying that knowledge to standards-based education models. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
GEO 4713 - Advanced GIS
This course expands on the fundamental GIS concepts learned in GEO 3113, Introduction to Geographic Information Systems. Through "real world" data collection and analysis, advanced functions of GIS will be introduced, including geocoding, avenue programming, arcview spatial analyst, arcview network analyst, and the use of the Global Positioning System (GPS). Prerequisite(s): GEO 3113 and sophomore standing or above.
GEO 4813 - Geographic Current Affairs
This course is a forum to analyze and discuss selected current affairs topics from geographic points of view. The topics are major contemporary issues critical in comprehending today's social, economic, and political landscape. They represent various aspects of the current affairs ranging from environmental concerns to rising nationalism. Particular attention is given to a geographic analysis of the problem development and its implication to the global security and welfare.
GEO 4893 - Geographic Thought & Research
This course is the capstone course for the Geography major. It explores the progression of geographic thought from Ancient Greece to the present. Prerequisite(s): GEO 3013 and junior or senior standing.
GEO 4900 - Practicum In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 4910 - Seminar In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 4930 - Individual Study In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 4940 - Field Study In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 4950 - Internship In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours.
GEO 4960 - Institute In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter varies within the department's field of study.
GEO 4970 - Study Tour In Geography
Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 4980 - Workshop In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree.
GEO 5000 - Workshop In Geogrpahy
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speakers, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" will be given. No more than 2 hours of workshop may be counted on a master's degree.
GEO 5103 - Historical Geography Of The U.S.
Geographical environment as it has modified and influenced the historical growth of the United States.
GEO 5503 - Geography Of South America
An intensive study of the geography of South America.
GEO 5703 - Geographical Information Systems For K-12 Educator
This course introduces geographic information systems as tools for illustrating geographic concepts in K-12 education. The primary focus is on theoretical and practical knowledge of GIS software, as well as on applying that knowledge to standards-based education models.
GEO 5900 - Practicum In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 5930 - Individual Study In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 5950 - Internship In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Supervised practical experience gained in a professional field by an advanced or graduate student.
GEO 5960 - Institute In Geography
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 5970 - Study Tour
Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.
GEO 5990 - Thesis
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.