Develops basic factual knowledge and awareness of the physical and cultural features of the world environment. Explores regional and world scale patterns of resources, climate, applied technology and trade, political alignments, and other aspects of the current world. All world political units are analyzed from a regional perspective. Students gain significant knowledge of world spatial relationships.

Explores the influence of culture on perceptions, decisions, and interpersonal relations on both planetary and local scales of life. A broad range of cultural topics are considered, including the origins of culture, human development, political and social organization, religions and languages, and evolving human landscapes. Prepares students to be well-informed citizens of our increasingly interconnected global community.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

This course is an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with emphases on both theory and practice. Fundamental concepts in cartography and GIS are explored, including geodesy, datums, map projections, coordinate systems, GPS, remote sensing, data models, and map design. The GIS laboratory offers students an opportunity to use industry-standard GIS software (ArcGIS Pro and QGIS) to improve their conceptual understanding and technical skills. In the laboratory, GIS concepts are reinforced through the acquisition, entry, digitization, manipulation, analysis, visualization, and interpretation of geospatial data. Throughout this course, students carry out a research project using GIS software. (3 lecture and 1 laboratory credits)

In-depth study of specialized topics in geography selected by the faculty on the basis of student interests/needs. May include workshops. seminars, special issues, etc. This course may be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.

Advanced study for students who have shown themselves capable of independent work, carried out under the direction of a faculty member chosen by the student. Offered on demand. Instructor consent required.

Study of how spatial organization of economic activities affects such issues as economic growth, employment, investment patterns, mobility, and the prices paid for goods. Industrial economic activities are examined by addressing issues such as why some areas are more suitable than others for economic activities and how markets function in the real world. Transportation networks that connect areas and issues of global interdependence are central themes in this course. This course has been approved as Writing Certificate Eligible (WCE)--see section of catalog for WCE Description/details. (lecture two hours, laboratory two hours)

This course explores advanced methods in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with emphases on both theory and practice. Topics in cartography and GIS are explored, including fundamental principles (the First Law of Geography and the Modifiable Areal Unit Problem), satellite technology, computer ontology, automated/scripted GIS, Open Science, numerical modeling, and watershed delineation. Curriculum design and professional certification are also explored to prepare students for graduate studies and/or a professional career. The GIS laboratory offers students an opportunity to use advanced functionalities in industry-standard GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, and R) to improve their conceptual understanding and technical skills. In the laboratory, GIS concepts are reinforced through database management, spatial analysis, and open notebook development. Throughout this course, students carry out a research project using GIS software. (3 lecture and 1 laboratory credits)

A spatial examination of the state of Wisconsin utilizing both physical and human considerations. It synthesizes and emphasizes the 20th and 21st century environmental issues that are related to physical characteristics such as geologic history, hydrologic, and climatic forces as well as how these physical factors have impacted the human development of the state. Examples of human issues include indigenous and immigrant settlement, economic, and political patterns.

Advanced Topics in Human/Environment Interaction is a study of the effects of the physical and biological factors affecting human population growth, evolution, development, and settlement as well as how our behavior impacts the physical world. The influence of environment on human development, and the schools of thought that develop, crosses many disciplinary areas of study. The basic theories integral to biology and geography, often studied separately as part of discipline-­-specific courses, will be integrated into the study of humans and their physical environment. The emphasis of the course is to offer topics from a variety diverse perspectives, with both a reading/lecture and lab component.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

Comparative examinations of planning theories and practices that shaped the geography of 19th and 20th century urban and suburban areas. Introduction to the interurban and interurban influences of transportation systems on land use and planning will be explored. Stresses the ways in which planners and planning ideologies have responded to different social, economic, political and technological (transportation and communication) innovations and pressures. The class includes an examination of 21st Century problems, pressures and solutions to urban and transportation needs. Qualifies as an Academic-Service Learning course (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). A significant semester-long group AS-L project, which connects the student with the Twin Ports community, is a substantial learning goal in the face-to-face section of this course. Cross-listed as GEOG/TRSP 402.

This course explores advanced applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with emphases on both theory and practice. Applications of GIS are explored in the scientific literature across a wide range of “spheres” in the natural environment (e.g., lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere) and society (e.g., technosphere, anthroposphere, and noosphere). The GIS laboratory offers students an opportunity to use advanced functionalities in industry-standard GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, and R) to improve their conceptual understanding and technical skills. In the laboratory, GIS concepts are reinforced through database management, spatial analysis, and statistical analysis, all of which are done to develop conceptual models as part of scientific inquiry. Throughout this course, students carry out a research project using GIS software. (3 lecture and 1 laboratory credits)

This course integrates and extends classroom learning through guided research on student- selected interdisciplinary geography and geography-related topics. After an introduction to geographic research methods and theory, students will conduct an investigation of a spatial question. Students work individually, in consultation with faculty and interaction with peers in class, to produce a final product that is pertinent to the major/minor. Examples of final product are: a formal written research paper, classroom-ready teaching unit, workshop materials for presentation.

This course is an undergraduate level course planned at developing more advanced GIS skills. The course is a project-based course (2 credits) targeted students who have taken the first 2 courses in the GIS minor (GEOG241 and GEOG 343). The class is not introductory and students will begin using more advanced analysis tools in ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online). In this course students will propose, design, and implement a real-world project. Students will identify a concept, a problem or a concern they wish to address or solve, and execute the project to final data products. Student completed the project will demonstrate their proficiency of the subject matter of the GIS applications.

In-depth study of specialized topics in geography selected by the faculty on the basis of student interest/need. May include workshops, seminars, special issues, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.

Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.

A course developed in cooperation with faculty or area geography specialists to provide practical experience in experimental geography. Candidates for this course must outline a research problem or focus of study. Registration for credit can only be made after all supervisory and support requirements have been assured and the formal research plan is approved. May be repeated for a total of four credits.

Study of a topic through literature research. Each student studies a topic and effectively summarizes the available information in written and oral form. Prerequisite: Two prior geography courses and consent of instructor.

On-the-job experience with local agencies such as the Department of Transportation, urban and/or regional planning agencies, historical societies, or other approved geography-related organization designed to provide students with realistic opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems. Registration for credit can only be made after all supervisory and support requirements have been assured. Prerequisite: Two prior geography courses and consent of instructor. Offered on demand.

Advanced study for students who have shown themselves capable of independent work, carried out under the direction of a faculty member chosen by the student. Offered on demand. Instructor consent required.