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GEOG 101

Global Environment: Understanding Physical Geography

Geography College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Physical environment, distribution and interrelationships of climates, landforms, ecosystems and their human significance.

When Taught

Fall, Winter, Summer

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Note

Offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout the year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

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Outcome 1

Learning Outcome

To be conversant in the language and vocabulary of physical geography.

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Outcome 2

Learning Outcome

Appreciate the extraordinary powers and delicate balances involved in the dynamic biophysical world in which you live.

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Outcome 3

Learning Outcome

Make rational decisions with respect to current and future environmental challenges.

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Outcome 4

Learning Outcome

Understand why biophysical phenomena occur where they do.