• GEOG 2500: Wyo Hist/Cult & RR

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Students experience and interpret the impact of the building of the Union Pacific Railroad on the history and culture of Wyoming through the lens of three disciplinary perspectives. Students will explore how the railroad impacted Wyoming geography, economic development and the people of the state through personal research projects. Cross listed with ECON 2500 and HIST 2500. (H)
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• GEOG 2550: Recr & Natural Res

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Introduces outdoor recreation agencies and programs; supply and demand for outdoor recreation resources; and relationship of recreation to the conservation of natural resources. Prerequisite: GEOG 1200. (R)
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• GEOG 3010: Landforms & Soils

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Geomorphology of Earth's Dynamic Landscapes. Systematic exploration of Earth's surface, emphasizing the geographic distribution of various landforms and their evolution over time. Introduces general geomorphic principles and describes the application of these principles to specific landscape features. The processes that drive landscape change are examined through case studies, computer-based mapping exercises, and basic calculations. Prerequisites: QA, QB, and either GEOG 1010 or GEOL 1500.
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• GEOG 3030: Geog & Development

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Examines distribution of wealth and poverty in the world; theories of development, from traditional modernization theories through Marxist critiques and sustainable development; and case studies from around the world of development successes and failures, chosen to illustrate and illuminate theories of development. Prerequisite: GEOG 1000 or 1020 or 3 hours of social science with global focus. (H)
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• GEOG 3050: Economic Geography

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Conceptually examines explanations underlying location of agricultural and industrial activities, as well as spatial dynamics governing these systems. (H)
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• GEOG 3150: Surv Rem Sens Appl

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Provides an introduction to remote sensing with a survey of applications in different fields. It includes a brief introduction to fundamentals of remote sensing and surveys applications of aerial photography, multi- and hyperspectral, active and thermal remote sensing, and global change remote sensing. Cross listed with BOT 3150. Prerequisites: QA or Q and one science course with lab.
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• GEOG 3205: Basic GIS

  1.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Description of the basic elements of a GIS; hardware, software, spatial data, display, and personnel. A series of practical exercises using GIS will be completed demonstrating each of the elements. Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
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• GEOG 3280: Spatial Methods

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Introduction of statistical methods for the analysis of geo-spatial data; point, line/network, and areal units. The application of quantitative measurements to examining the spatial relationship of physical and socio-economic factors in problem-solving. Prerequisites: at least one geography course and completion of either STAT 2010, 2050, or 2070.
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• GEOG 3400: Trad Ecological Knowledge

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Description of the interaction between economy, religion, language and the ecosystem for select indigenous peoples and discussion of the pedagogical methods for preserving their ecological knowledge. An examination of the conflict between contemporary society's demands and preserving traditional society's heritage. Cross listed with NAIS 3400. Prerequisite: one course in American Indian culture.
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• GEOG 3450: Weather & Climate

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Systematically examines elements and controls of weather and climate with application to regions. Prerequisite: GEOG1000, 1010 or 1020. (Normally offered spring semester) (P)
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