GEOG 285
Africa South of the Sahara
Geography
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Geographical analysis focusing on resource management, political issues, development, environmental problems, economic development, and urban-rural change; case studies from selected countries.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Outcome 1
Learning Outcome
At the end of the course the student should be able to apply to the realm and sub-regions of Africa a variety of geographic terms, concepts, and ideas.
Title
Outcome 2
Learning Outcome
At the end of the course the student should be able to identify and analyze key global human and biophysical patterns and how Africa fits into, and is impacted by, these patterns.
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Outcome 3
Learning Outcome
At the end of the course the student should be able to read and discuss Africa's current events with greater insight resulting from enhanced familiarity with the realm's human and biophysical geography.
