GEOG 130
Introduction to Human Geography
Geography
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Culture distributions and their relationship to existing geographic phenomena.
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
Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.
Title
Learning Outcome #2: Knowledge of Human Geography
Learning Outcome
Share an informed awareness of the great diversity of global human geography by examining elements such as language, religion, politics, and demographics at various geographic scales using geographic approaches, principles, and methodologies.
Title
Learning Outcome #3: Basic Geographic Concepts
Learning Outcome
Articulate fundamental geographic concepts (e.g. distance, space, territoriality, location, place/region, scale, etc.) and be able to apply them to specific situations and experiences.
Title
Learning Outcome #1: Thinking and Reasoning
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate proficiency in thinking and problem-solving skills by accurately interpreting evidence, statements, graphics, questions, etc.; identifying relevant arguments (reasons, claims, pros and cons, etc.); analyzing and evaluating alternative points of view; and fair-mindedly following where evidence and reason lead.
