Earth Systems (GEOG 1110)
This course examines the important elements of the global environment, emphasizing interactions between the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. Major topics include the global energy system, atmospheric and oceanic processes, hydrologic, tectonic and biogeochemical cycles, geomorphic processes and landforms, essential ecological concepts, as well as world soil and vegetation patterns. The tools and methods of study applied in the discipline of physical geography and the relationships of human-environment interactions are also considered.
Course code: GEOG 1110
Credits: 3.0
Length: 60.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
Admission to University Transfer program at VCC.
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- Physical geography essentials and themes: Earth’s form, motions and physical realms
- Tools and methodology in geography: Spatial data, maps and projections, GIS, remote sensing
- Global energy system: Atmospheric composition and structure, radiation and energy transfer
- Atmospheric and oceanic circulation: Pressure and wind systems, ocean currents
- Weather development: Hydrological cycle, precipitation processes, intense weather systems
- Climate controls and water balance: Climate classification and patterns, global climate change
- Earth crust and rock cycle: Minerals and rocks, plate tectonics, weathering and mass movements
- River processes and landforms: Fluvial geomorphology, surface runoff, stream flow and floods
- Wind-generated waves and landforms: Aeolian processes, deserts and coastal environments
- Glacial processes and landforms, Alpine and continental glaciers, periglacial landforms, ice ages
- Biosphere essentials: Ecological processes and systems, soil formation and global patterns
- Vegetation structure: Biogeogeaphy, plant adaptations, ecological succession and world biomes
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.