GEOG 331
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Economic Geography
Geography
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Introduction to economic processes and spatial patterns, emphasizing theoretical approaches, locational strategies, and changing economic land-use patterns.
When Taught
Fall
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Geog 100 or instructor's consent
Title
Conceptualizing EconGeog
Learning Outcome
Identify and discuss the basic concepts and theoretical frameworks in Economic Geography
Title
Patterns and Trends
Learning Outcome
Recognize and explain spatial patterns and trends of economic activities
Title
Data and Methods
Learning Outcome
Data: Locate, acquire, clean-up and use secondary economic data
Methods: Use various geographic tools of analysis to understand and visualize geographic trends and patters
Title
Spatial Reasoning
Learning Outcome
Use spatial quantitative reasoning to identify (and possible suggest viable solutions to) global problems/issues
