120 Earth Systems II: Atmospheric Environment U 5

Introduction to the characteristics and processes of the Earth's atmosphere and their linkage with other physical systems of the planet and with human activity.

Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2 1 1/3-hr lec, 1 1/3 rec. H120 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 220. GEC phys sci course.

200 World Regional Geography U 5

An examination of the human and physical geographic structure of all world regions; defined primarily at the continental scale and classified by their level of development.

Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 3 11/3-hr cl. H200 (honors) may be available Au Qtr to students enrolled in an honors program or those approved by ASC Honors office. GEC soc sci human, natural, and economic resources course. SS Admis Cond
course.
 

210 Physical Geography and Environmental Issues U 5

Introductory physical geography from an environmental perspective, including the interaction of physical and social factors in the causes of and strategies for ameliorating environmental problems.

Au, Wi, Sp, Su Qtrs. 2 11/3-hr lec., 1 11/3-hr lab. Not open to students with credit for 120. GEC phys sci course.

220 Introduction to Physical Geography U 5

The elements and processes of the natural environment, their characteristics, distribution, and implications in the human habitat.

5 cl. H220 (honors) may be available Sp Qtr to students enrolled in an honors program; others with permission of dept. NS Admis Cond course.

240 Economic and Social Geography U 5

Geographic analysis of selected economic and social issues at global, national, and metropolitan scales; locational, spatial interaction, and map analysis of population, urbanization, and development issues.

Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 5 cl. H240 (honors) may be available Wi Qtr to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of dept. GEC soc sci human, natural, and economic resources course. SS Admis Cond course.

280 Map Reading and Interpretation U 5

An introduction to reading topographic and thematic maps; map interpretation, analysis, and use.

3 cl, 2 labs.

294 Group Studies U 3-5

Students are given the opportunity to pursue special studies not otherwise offered.

H294 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor.

Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.

400 Geography of United States and Canada U 5

Geographical analysis of North America; spatial patterns and processes associated with resources, economic structure, population, urbanization, income, and ethnicity at national, regional, and urban scales.

Au, Wi, Sp, Su Qtrs. 3 1.5-hr cl. H400 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of instructor. GEC social diversity course.

401 Geography of Ohio U 3

An appraisal of geographic factors in the settlement and development of Ohio; an overview of the evolution of the Ohio economy.

3 cl. Prereq: Either 200, 220, or 240, or equiv.
Not currently offered.

H410 Global Climate and Environmental Change U 5

Examines both natural and social factors that force changes in our climate and environment and explores strategies for a sustainable environment in the future.

Sp Qtr. 2 1.5-hr cl, 1 2-hr cl. Limited to honors or scholars students. GEC soc sci human, natural, and economic resources and phys sci course.

430 Geographical Perspectives on Environment and Society U 5

Geographical approaches to environmental change, with emphasis on interaction between society and environment, geographical differences, issues at different scales, and relationships between places.

Au Qtr. 2 1.1-hr cl, 1 1.6-hr lab. Prereq: 210 or instructor permission. GEC soc sci human, natural, and economic resources course.

445 The Geography of Transportation Security U 5

Geographic aspects of transportation security. Spatial analysis of transportation linkages. Relationships between transportation and spatial organization; selected analytical models dealing with threats to transportation security.

2 2-hr cl.

450 The Making of the Modern World U 5

The geographies of modernity and their formation: the world market, the global polity, diasporas and constructing difference, colonialism, the transformation of nature, Eurocentricity, post-modernity.

Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: Soph standing or above.

460 Political Geography U 5

The global economy, spatial integration, and uneven development; states, spatial fragmentation, and uneven development; and the politics of space of nations, regions, and localities.

Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2 2-hr cl. GEC soc sci organizations and polities course.
Wi Qtr. H460 available.

H460 Political Geography (Honors) U 5

The global economy, spatial integration, and uneven development; states, spatial fragmentation, and uneven development; and the politics of space of nations, regions, and localities.

Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. GEC soc sci organizations and polities course.

505 Geography of Latin America

Geographic analysis of Middle and South America emphasizing the interrelationships of the resource base, cultural characteristics, and outside influences upon economic development.

3 cl. Prereq: Either 200, 220, or 240, or equiv; or permission of instructor.
Not currently offered.

505.01 Middle America U G 4
505.02 South America U G 4

510 Geography of Western Europe U G 4

Geographic factors in the economic, social, and political progress of the nations of Western Europe; major problems of the area in the light of their geographic background.

3 cl. Prereq: Either 200, 220, 240, or equiv; or permission of instructor.

511 Geography of Eastern Europe U G 5

Resources, their assessment, and development, and related problems in Eastern Europe; the geographic significance of each state to the Communist bloc and to the West.

2 2-hr cl.

512 Geography of the Former Soviet Union U G 5

A survey of the human geography of the area defined by the successor states to the Soviet Union with an emphasis on ongoing transformations.

Au Qtr. 2 2-hr cl.

513 South Asia: Ecology, Economy, Polity U 5

Survey of the region of South Asia (India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka) in terms of environment, society, and politics.

Not currently offered.

520 Climatology U G 5

The elements and the controls of climate; types of climate and their distribution; climates and their effects on the economic and other activities of humans.

Au, Wi Qtrs. 5 cl.

580 Elements of Cartography U G 5

A study of the cartographic techniques of map compilation and presentation including generalization, symbolization, reproduction, and simple computer mapping with an emphasis on thematic mapping.

Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2 cl, 2 2-hr labs.

597 Issues of the Contemporary World

Prereq: Sr standing. GEC contemporary world courses.

597.01 World Urbanization U 5
An examination of geographic aspects of the urbanization process in the world's major regions; interrelationships between urbanization and economic development.
Au, Wi, Sp, Su Qtrs. 2 2-hr cl. Not open to students with credit for 450 or 597.

597.02 Integrated Earth Systems: Confronting Global Change U 5
Introduction to numerous global change issues through the exploration of the integrated Earth system; problem-solving strategies within an interdisciplinary team environment.
Wi Qtr. 2 1.5-hr cl, 1 1.5-hr lab. *

*Winter 2005: This introduction to the Earth’s climate system examines the current state of our climate and environment and explores the potential role of human activities in future changes. Lectures are combined with recitation exercises and team activities to emphasize the multi-disciplinary nature of this global issue.

605 Special Problems in the Geography of Latin America U G 5

The analysis of selected topical problems in Latin American geography; typical problem areas are urbanization, industrialization, transportation, agricultural development, and regional development.

Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.

607 Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems U G 4

Basic principles of geographic and land information systems and their use in spatial analysis and information management.

Au Qtr. 3 cl, lab arr. Prereq: Geog major or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 685; or 607 in C&R Plan, Civil En, Geod Sci, Geol Sci, or Nat Res. Cross-listed in City and Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Geodetic Science, Geological Sciences, and Natural Resources.

608 South Africa: Society and Space U G 5

The geography of apartheid; its social and historical conditions; the changing geography of apartheid and its politics; South African exceptionalism.

2 2-hr cl.

612 Special Problems in the Geography of the U.S.S.R. U G 5

Spatial analysis of selected topical problems in Soviet geography.

4 cl. Prereq: 512 or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.
Not currently offered.

620 Synoptic Meteorology Laboratory U G 3

Introduction to reading and interpretation of synoptic weather maps and diagrams- and data-communications systems.

Au Qtr. 2 cl, 1 lab hr. Prereq or concur: 520 or Atmos Sc 230. Not open to students with credit for Atmos Sc 620.
Cross-listed in Atmospheric Sciences.

622 Microclimatology

622.01 Boundary Layer Climatology U G 5
Theory of exchanges of energy and mass at the Earth-atmosphere interface as it relates to microclimates with particular emphasis upon radiation and climate.
Wi Qtr. 5 cl. Prereq: 520 or Atmos Sc 230 or permission of instructor, and Physics 132.
622.02* Microclimatological Measurements U G 5
Practical experience in the fabrication of instruments, deployment of measurement systems in the field, and recording of data related to microclimates.
Au Qtr. 3 cl,1 3-hr lab. Prereq: 622.01.

623 Synoptic Meteorology

The theory and practice of weather forecasting.

623.01 Synoptic Analysis and Forecasting U G 5
Theory and practice in synoptic weather analysis and forecasting.
Wi Qtr. 5 cl. Prereq: 520 or Atmos Sc 230 or Physics 503, and Atmos Sc 620 or Geog 620; and prereq or concur: Physics 132. Not open to students with credit for 623.
623.02 Severe Storm Forecasting by Radar and Satellite U G 5
The theory and application of radar and satellite imagery in weather forecasting; emphasis on severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes; analysis of their evolution and structure.
Sp Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 623 or 623.01.

630 Conservation of Natural Resources U G 5

Philosophy of resource use; appraisal of resource base; costs of resource development and conservation; resource perception, utilization, and alternatives.

2 1.5-hr cl.

635 Globalization and Environment U G 5

Transnational dimensions of changes to the natural environment; ways that global economic activity, international institutions, and global environmentalism contribute to environmental problems and solutions.

Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl.

640 Economic Geography U G 5

A substantive and theoretical introduction to topics in economic geography.

Au Qtr. 2 2-hr cl.

642 Geography of Development U G 5

Spatial aspects of economic development; spatial analysis of traditional economics, industrial regions, transport linkages, and migration patterns in developing countries.

3 cl.

643 Governance, Society, and Development in the Global Economy U G 5

Analysis of state-society relations and development from a geographic perspective.

Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. GEC soc sci organizations and politics course.

645 Geography of Transportation U G 5

Relation between transportation and spatial organization; selected analytical models dealing with traffic demand, network configuration, and allocation of transport facilities; application to selected problems.

Au, Sp Qtrs. 3 cl.

647 Locational Analysis U G 5

Historical review of major location theories and evaluation of application of such theories to geographic problems.

3 cl.

650 Urban Geography U G 5

Origin and growth of cities; structure and function of urban centers, their areal expansion, and intertrade center relations, each examined in relation to city planning.

Wi, Sp Qtrs. 3 cl.

652 Cities, Cultures, and the Political Geography of Difference U G 5

Geographies of meaning and difference in cities: meanings of the built environment, situated cultural politics, geographies of race, gender, and sexual identities, multicultural cities.

2 2-hr cl.

655 Theory and Methods of Regional Analysis U G 5

Issues addressed focus on regional economic systems, and include regional definition and identification, measurement and classification, quantification in regional analysis, regional economic data and modeling.

Sp Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 240 or permission of instructor.

660 Urban Political Geography U G 5

The changing politics of space in cities: class, neighborhood, and workplace in the industrial and the post-industrial city.

2 2-hr cl.

670 Population Geography U G 5

Analysis of population distributions, locational arrangements of growth, densities, and migration flows; spatial
relationships between population variables and social, economic, and environmental factors.

Wi Qtr. 3 cl. Prereq: 240.

680 Numerical Cartography U G 5

An examination of the theory and methods of machine-oriented numerical cartography.

Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 580 and Math 150; or equivs.

682 Individual Studies in Cartography U G 3-5

Individual study of cartographic subjects; map compilation, cartographic classification, regionalization, and multi-dimensional representation, computer mapping and real-time computer cartographics.

Conf and lab. Prereq: Permission of instructor. This course is graded S/U.
 

683 Introduction to Geographic Analysis U G 5

An introduction to data analysis in geography; fundamental methods used in quantitative geographic research.

Au Qtr. 2 2-hr cl, 1 1.5-hr lab. Prereq: Stat 145 or 245, or equiv; or grad standing in geog.

685 Intermediate Geographic Information Systems U G 5

Designed to provide a background in GIS-based spatial analysis approaches and develop an understanding of the operational basis of modern GIS technology.

Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: 607, or 607 in one of the following depts: C&R Plan, Civil En, Geod Sci, or Nat Res; or permission of instructor.  

686 GIS in Social Science and Business Research U G 5

Application of GIS technology to the analysis of small area statistical data is illustrated through laboratory exploration of social science and business research problems.

Sp Qtr. 2 1.5-hr cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: One course at the 300 level or above in human geography, marketing, or planning; prereq or concur: 685; or permission of instructor.

687 Design and Implementation of Geographic Information U G 5

Introduction to the design of geographic information systems (GIS), institutional context of geographic information systems; design; role of data base design; and evaluation of GIS.

Au Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 685 or Nat Res 745 or permission of instructor.

689 Student Intern Program in Geography U 3-10

An opportunity for work experience and on-the-job learning in geography-related employment.

Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: 20 hours of major program courses and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U.

693 Individual Studies U G 1-15

Individual study of a special problem or of a particular region.

Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable. This course is graded S/U.

694 Group Studies U G 3-5

Group study of special topics in various fields of geography.

Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.

695 Undergraduate Seminar in Applied Geography U 5

The practical application of theoretical geographical concepts to problems in the local area.

2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 20 cr hrs in geog.

697 Study at a Foreign Institution U G 1-15

An opportunity for students to study at a foreign institution and receive Ohio State credit for that work.

Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Arr. Prereq: Written permission of dept chairperson. Repeatable to a maximum of 45 cr hrs. This course is Progress ("P") graded. Student will pay Ohio State fees and any fees in excess of Ohio State tuition, as well as all travel and subsistence costs.

740 Advanced Locational Analysis U G 5

Advanced problems in location analysis, application of programming techniques and spatial equilibrium analysis.

3 cl. Prereq: 647 or permission of instructor.

780 Analytical Cartography U G 5

An examination of the theory and methods of analytical cartography.

Sp Qtr. 2 2-hr cl, 2-hr lab. Prereq: 680, 795 or equiv, and Math 152 or equiv; or prereq or concur: Geod Sci 631.

782 Interactive Cartographic Systems U G 5

An examination of the theory and methods of developing, building, and implementing interactive cartographic systems.

Au Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 780.

H783 Honors Research U 3-5

A program of individual study arranged for students enrolled in the honors program with individual conferences and reports; requires presentation and oral defense of an honors thesis.

Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: 4th yr standing with a grade of A in at least half of the geog courses taken and an average of at least B in the remainder; written permission of instructor under whose supervision the work is to be completed and the Arts and Sciences Honors Committee. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. At least 2 qtrs are required of candidates for the degree BA with distinction in geog. Failure to receive a mark of S in this course is a disqualification for special honors. This course is graded S/U.

785 Data Input Operations in GIS/Cartography U G 5

Examination of instrumentation and methods by which digital spatial databases are created for subsequent use in cartography and geographic information systems.

2 2-hr cl, 1 2-hr lab. Prereq: 580, 685, and 687; or permission of instructor.

787 Advanced Applications in Geographic Information Systems U G 5

Examination of selected problems relating to the application of geographic information system technology to various topical areas; the topic varies each time course is offered, and topics may include climatology, urban geography, and biogeography.

2 3-hr cl. Prereq: 685 and 687, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs.

789 Survey Research Practicum G 5

Hands-on applications for students interested in the planning, implementation, and analysis of a scientific sample survey.

1 3-hr cl. Prereq: Admission to grad interdisciplinary specialization in survey research or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 789 in AED Econ, Agr Educ, Bus-Mktg, Econ, Edu P&L, J Com, Polit Sc, Psych, Pub Hlth, PubPol&M, Sociol, or Stat. Cross-listed in AED Econ, Agr Educ, Bus-Mktg, Econ, Edu P&L, J Com, Polit Sc, Psych, Pub Hlth, PubPol&M, Sociol, and Stat.

795 Seminar in Geography U G 5

Introduction to research procedures, problem formulation, and application of research techniques in geography.

2 2-hr cl. Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.

800 Seminars in Regional Geography

The development of theory in regional development and its application to selected problems.

800.01 Theory of Regional Development G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.
800.02 Problems in Regional Development G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.

820 Seminars in Physical Geography

820.01 Problems in Climatology G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.
820.03 Special Problems G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.

821 Dynamic Climatology G 5

Dynamics, thermodynamics, energy conservation, flows, conversion processes; large scale circulation patterns with particular emphasis upon turbulence at the synoptic scale; weather processes; regional climates.

2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 622.01 or permission of instructor.

822 Microclimatology G 5

Radiation and turbulence processes, conduction; variation in wind, temperature, humidity, soil moisture, evaporation, soil temperature; influence of vegetation and artificial structures.

2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 620 or 622.01 or permission of instructor.

823 Applied Climatology G 5

Analysis of climatic and environmental change on various time scales; human impact on climate; theory and application of long-range and climate forecasting.

2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 623.01 or permission of instructor.

840 Seminars in Location Analysis

The development of theory in location analysis and its application to selected problems.

840.01 Location Theory G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.
840.02 Problems G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.
840.03 Approaches and Issues in Economic Geography G 3-5
Current issues and problems in economic geography.
2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 640 or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 5 cr hrs.

845 Seminars in Transportation Geography

The development of theory in transportation geography and its application to selected problems.

845.01 Theory of Transportation Geography G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs.

850 Seminars in Urban Geography

The development of theory in urban geography and its application to selected problems.

850.01 Spatial Organization of the City G 3-5
Intra-urban analysis, density and land value gradients, residential differentiation, neighborhood and community, and the urban development process.
Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.
850.02 Urban Systems Analysis G 3-5
Inter-urban analysis; theory of the evolution of urban systems, structural characteristics of sets of cities, recent processes of change, notably deconcentration.
Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.
850.03 Third World Urbanization G 3-5
Examination of role of cities in development processes and their characteristics, historical evolution, related policies, and other aspects such as migration, innovation diffusion, and labor markets.
Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.

855 Regional Input-Output Modeling and Extensions G 5

Advanced analysis of regional economic systems; foundations and extensions, data organization, assumptions and limitations of input-output modeling; extensions include SAMS, forecasting and CGE models.

Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 655 or permission of instructor.

860 Seminars in Political Geography

The development of theory in political geography and its application to selected problems.

Prereq: 660 or permission of instructor.

860.01 Theory of Political Geography G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs.
860.02 Problems in Political Geography G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs.

870 Seminars in Population and Social Geography

The development of theory in population and social geography and its application to selected problems.

870.01 Theory of Population and Social Geography G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs.
870.02 Problems in Population and Social Geography G 3-5
Repeatable to a maximum of 30 cr hrs.

880 Seminars in Cartography G 3-5

Readings and research in cartography.

Prereq: 780 or written permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs.

882 Development of Geographic Thought G 4

The evolution of concepts concerning the nature, scope, and methodology of geography; present focus and trends as reflected in current literature.

3 cl.

883 Application of Quantitative Methods in Geography

Application of quantitative methods to geographic problems; spatial statistics, area sampling, maps of residuals, regionalization methods, and simulation maps.

2 cl, 2 lab hrs. Prereq: Course in introductory statistics and permission of instructor. Decimal subdivisions to be taken in sequence.

883.01 Applications I G 5
883.02 Applications II G 5

889 Seminars in Geography G 1

Topics to be announced each quarter.

Repeatable to a maximum of 3 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U.

896 Interdepartmental Seminar in Polar and Alpine Studies G 1-3

A seminar on selected topics involving anthropology, biology, climatology, exploration, geology, glaciology, microbiology, and soils.

1 3-hr cl. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Given cooperatively by the Byrd Polar Research Center, the College of Biological Sciences, and the departments of Geography, Geological Sciences, and Plant Biology.

899 Interdepartmental Seminars G 1-5

Two or more departments may collaborate in presenting seminars on subjects of mutual interests; topics to be announced each quarter.

983 Special Topics in Quantitative Geography G 5

Applications of advanced mathematical and statistical models to problems in geographical analysis.

1 3-hr cl. Prereq: 883.01 and 883.02. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs.

999 Research in Geography: Dissertation G 1-18

Research for dissertation purposes only.

Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Repeatable. This course is graded S/U.