Department of Geography, Geology, and Planning

GRY 100 World Regional Geography

General Education Course (Culture and Society/Social Sciences Perspective). An examination of the world's geographic regions focusing on the location of Earth's major physical features, human populations and cultures, and their interaction. Topics include natural systems, globalization, ethnic and geopolitical conflicts, and human impacts upon the environment. This course provides both an introduction to geography as a discipline and a basic geographic foundation for those interested in current international issues, politics, history and public affairs. 3(3-0) F,S

GRY 135 Principles of Weather and Climate

General Education Course (Natural World). An introductory survey of the earth's weather and climate. A description of the physical processes of the atmosphere is followed by a survey of the world's varied climatic regions. The laboratory involves the preparation and interpretation of meteorological data and the classification of climates. Supplemental course fee. 4(3-2) F,S

GRY 143 Physical Geography Laboratory

Laboratory instruction in the earth's natural systems including weather and climate, rocks and minerals, landforms and processes of landform development, biogeography, water resources and soils. Map fundamentals and the interrelationships of the geographic factors of the natural environment are emphasized. This course is open only to transfer students who have already completed a 3-credit course equivalent to the lecture portion of GRY 142. 1(0-2) F,S

GRY 240 Earth Science for Teachers

Prerequisite: 30 hours; open only to Early Childhood, Elementary, and Middle School majors. A course designed to give students an understanding of the processes of science and the basic concepts of earth science using the inquiry approach in hands-on laboratory activities. Content includes maps, earth in space, weather and climate, soils and vegetation, rocks and minerals, landforms, processes of landform development, water resources, environmental relationship to the physical setting. Does not apply toward the major in Secondary Education. Students who take GRY 240 and GRY 142 may receive credit for only one of these courses. 4(2-4) F,S

GRY 300 Geography of the United States

Physical and cultural regions of the United States, including their characteristics and resource utilization. Topics include landforms, climates, natural resources, economic activities, and cultural and political patterns. 3(3-0) F

GRY 305 Selected World Regions

An in-depth study of selected regions of the world. Examples: Tropical Areas, Arid Regions, Polar Regions, Pacific Islands, Australia and New Zealand. Surveys geology, landforms, soil, vegetation, climate, settlement, population, economic activities and the cultural landscape. The course will be devoted to a single region that can vary from semester to semester. Students should check the current registration schedule to determine the topic title for any given semester. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated with permission. Variable content course. 3(3-0) D

GRY 310 Fundamentals of Tourism

Geographical and recreational elements of tourism and travel including social, economic, environmental and political factors. Career options will be identified. Students participate in tourism research projects. One field trip may be required. Team taught by Geography and Recreation and Leisure Studies faculty. Identical with REC 320. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 310 and REC 320. 3(3-0) F

GRY 316 Geography of Global Health and Disease

An examination of global health and disease patterns from a geographic perspective. Part of the course focuses on disease and the impacts of globalization, economic development, land use, pollution, climate change, and cultural beliefs and practices. The rest of the course examines traditional and western health care systems and the distribution of health care resources. Topics include global pandemics, emerging diseases, health care accessibility, and disease mapping. 3(3-0) F

GRY 320 Cultural Geography

Geographic exploration of material and nonmaterial elements of culture, focusing on spatial patterns, regional similarities, unique places, and the changing imprint on the natural landscape. Specific topics include settlement, agriculture, language, religion, foodways, music, sport, and their spatial interrelationships. Discussions and readings will encompass global, national, and local scales. 3(3-0) F

GRY 322 Urban Geography

With an emphasis on patterns, this course documents the growth of cities, the reasons for that growth, presents models of urban structure, describes transportation systems, residential concentration, and commercial activities. Finally, current urban problems are identified. 3(3-0) F

GRY 328 Principles of Geotourism

Prerequisite: GRY 100 and GRY 310. From landscapes, habitats and species to global events such as the Olympics, the ways in which humans interact, impact and explore the world leave indelible "footprints". The students will be introduced to some of the key concepts and methods used to investigate and make sense of the role, significance and impact of tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place--its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage, and the well-being of its residents. 3(3-0) S

GRY 351 Conservation of Natural Resources

Prerequisite: 30 hours. An examination of the dynamic interplay between physical, economic, social, and political factors affecting the major natural resource issues facing the world today. A presentation of the laws of the natural environment followed by an analysis of conservation issues and problems that occur in response to human use of the natural environment. 3(3-0) F,S

GRY 360 Interpretation of Aerial Photography

Prerequisite: 30 hours. Detection, identification, and analysis of objects or features from film and digital aerial photography and other types of high resolution remotely sensed images. Laboratory emphasizes manual and digital image interpretation for land cover mapping, forestry, agriculture, geology, and planning applications. Field trip is required. 3(2-3) F

GRY 367 Research Methods in Geography and Planning

Prerequisite: MTH 340 or AGR 330 or PSY 200 or QBA 237 or REC 328 or SOC 302. With emphasis on applications of descriptive and inferential statistics this course will introduce methods of sampling procedures, collecting, organizing, interpreting and analyzing data related to geography and planning. This course will also include computer applications. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 367 and PLN 367. 3(3-0) F,S

GRY 377 Legal Aspects of Boundary Surveying

Prerequisite: GRY 375. The legal principles of surveying: Missouri surveying law, Boundary Control, and the role of the surveyor within the judicial frame work of the court system. 3(3-0) D

GRY 397 Selected Topics in Geography II

Prerequisite: permission. Course devoted to a single topic that can vary from semester to semester depending upon student and faculty interest. Topics generally require previous training in geography. Examples: Geography of Water Resources, Tornadoes and other Violent Storms. Students should check the current registration schedule to determine the topic title for any given semester. Since credit and topics vary, this course may be repeated, with permission, to a total of 5 hours credit. Variable content course. 1-3 D

GRY 410 The Geotourism Industry

Prerequisite: GRY 328. This course includes the asset theory of tourism, cost-benefit analysis, tax policy impacts, and other economic and statistical aspects of tourism, approached from the elements in the Geotourism perspective. The course will examine research designed to determine economic impacts of the Geotourism industry, and study sustainability issues associated with tourism development. Attention paid to the conflicting agenda of society's various stakeholders and the need to reconcile environmental, economic and sociocultural concerns. 3(3-0) F

GRY 495 Undergraduate Research in Geography

Prerequisite: permission. Enrichment through guided but independent, original research in geography and geography related subject areas. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours. 1-3 D

GRY 497 Special Topics in Geography

Prerequisite: permission. Open to departmental majors and minors. Outstanding students obtain additional experience through guided independent study in geography. May be repeated to a total of 5 hours. 1-3 F,S

GRY 507 Geography of Subsaharan Africa

An in-depth geographic study of Africa south of the Sahara Desert. Surveys physical and political geography, climate, tribalism, religion, demography, natural resources, transportation, industry and economic activities of African states South of the Sahara. Students are required to complete one research project. May be taught concurrently with GRY 607. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 607 and GRY 507. 3(3-0) D

GRY 525 Environmental Hazards

Prerequisite: GRY 142 or both GRY 135 and GLG 110. Identification, recognition, and impact of hazards. Physical exposure to hazards and human vulnerability in LDCs and MDCs. Disaster trends and patterns. Behavioral and structural paradigms of hazards. EM-DAT: international disaster database. Statistical methods used in risk assessments. Risk perception, communication, and disaster management. Tectonic, mass movement, atmospheric, hydrological, biophysical, and technological hazards: analysis, preparedness, and mitigation. May be taught concurrently with GRY 625. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 625 and GRY 525. 3(3-0) S

GRY 545 Global Environmental Change

Energy and mass fluxes and storages in the interlinked physical components of the ecosphere. Chemistry of the global atmosphere. Role of the oceans and thermohaline circulation. Land use and land cover influences on terrestrial ecosystems. Concepts of environmental cycles, thresholds, resilience, recovery and response times. Understanding past environmental changes. Causes, mechanisms and likely impacts of natural and anthropogenically-induced changes on the global environment. Predictive models on global environmental change. May be taught concurrently with GRY 645. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 545 and GRY 645. 3(2-2) D

GRY 596 Topical Issues in Education

Prerequisite: permission. Selected topics in geography and earth science to upgrade understandings and skills in improvement of elementary or secondary teaching. Each course is concerned with a single topic or subject matter area. Number of class hours determined by semester hours of credit. May be repeated to a total of 5 hours credit. Variable content course. May be taught concurrently with GRY 696. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 696 and GRY 596. 1-5 D

GRY 599 Research in Geography

Prerequisite: permission. Enrichment through guided but independent, original research in geography and geography related subject areas. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours. May be taught concurrently with GRY 698. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 698 and GRY 599. 1-3 F,S

GRY 610 Applications in Sustainable Geotourism

Recommended Prerequisite: GRY 410. This course will explore environmentally and socially responsible tourism strategies and innovations, and provide tools needed by private and public tourism entities to work together. The principles of Geotourism will be applied in a practicum to a local, regional or national community. Students will work as a team and individually to develop a tourism policy and plan based on Geotourism parameters. May be taught concurrently with GRY 510. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 610 and GRY 510. 3(3-0) S

GRY 635 Global Climate and Weather Cycles

Recommended Prerequisite: GRY 135; and MTH 340 or AGR 330 or ECO 308 or PSY 200 or QBA 237 or REC 328 or SOC 302. Energy and mass exchanges. Global atmospheric circulation; surface and upper-air flows. Index cycle: zonal and meridional atmospheric circulations. Teleconnections and atmospheric oscillations: NAO, PNA, PDO, AO, ENSO, and AMO. Interactions between atmospheric oscillations and surface climatic variables in the United States and around the world. Weather cycles, natural climatic variability and climate change. Drought indices. Spatial and temporal statistical domains used in climatic data analysis. May be taught concurrently with GRY 535. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 535 and GRY 635. 3(3-0) D

GRY 650 Fluvial Geomorphology

Study of the formation, composition, distribution of fluvial landforms. Emphasis is on channel hydrology, quantification of geomorphic relationships, reach and watershed-scale processes, sediment transport, water and sediment contamination, and management applications to streams in the Ozarks Region as well as other places. Field work may be required. May be taught concurrently with GRY 550. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 550 and GRY 650. 3(3-0) S

GRY 697 Special Topics in Geography

Prerequisite: permission. Selected topics in geography. Special topics will be included in the class schedule for each term. Field trips may be required. Number of class hours determined by semester hours of credit. Variable content course. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours credit. May be taught concurrently with GRY 597. Cannot receive credit for both GRY 597 and GRY 697. 1-5 D

GRY 700 Cultural Geography for Secondary Teachers I

Population and the spatial imprint of man on the landscape in terms of settlement, economic activities, institutions; methods and materials of the high school geography project; other current curriculum materials. 3(2-2) D

GRY 730 Weather Elements for Secondary Teachers

Physical processes of the earth's atmosphere, use of weather instruments and interpretation of weather maps. Applied aspects of weather and climate and their effects on man's activities. Emphasis on current curriculum materials for secondary schools. 3(3-0) D

GRY 740 Selected Topics in Earth Science

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Students cooperatively select from general subject areas in earth science more specific areas to explore. Topics are studied consecutively during the semester. Subject areas from which the topic selections will be made are included in the class schedule for each term the course is offered. Variable content course. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated for a total of 6 hours. Identical with GLG 765. Cannot receive credit for more than 6 hours of GRY 740 and GLG 765. 1-3 D

GRY 751 Topics in Advanced Physical Geography

Critical review of recent advances and trends in applied and/or theoretical physical geography. Course will involve the study of seminal and recent journal articles and presentation of a research paper. Course content may vary among the subfields of physical geography including geomorphology, hydrology, water resources, soil geography climatology, and biogeography. Field trips may be required. 3(3-0) D

GRY 799 Thesis

Prerequisite: permission. Independent research and study connected with preparation of thesis. 1-6 F,S

GLG 110 Principles of Geology

General Education Course (Natural World). How Earth works. The building blocks of Earth: minerals and rocks. Earth's dynamic interior: plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanism, and mountain building. Surface processes associated with streams, ground water, glaciers, wind, and shorelines. Laboratory instruction in identification of common minerals and rocks, the use of topographic maps, and landform identification from topographic maps. Optional weekend field trips. Supplemental course fee. 4(3-2) F,S

GLG 171 Environmental Geology

General Education Course (Natural World). Treats those aspects of geology that interface directly with humanity. Past, present and future of geologic hazards, geologically related environmental health problems, mineral resources and energy resources. Human dependence on geologic resources is examined and interrelated with problems of humanity. Field trips required. 4(4-0) F,S

GLG 197 Popular Topics in Geology

Course devoted to a single topic that can vary from semester to semester depending on student and faculty interest. Topics are limited to those requiring no prior geology background. Examples: Earthquakes and Volcanoes, Rocks and Minerals, Caves and Karst, etc. Students should check the current registration schedule to determine the topic title for any given semester. Because topics vary, this course may be repeated, with permission of the instructor to a total of 10 credits. Credit may not be counted toward any major or minor in Geology. Variable content course. 1-3 D

GLG 318 Physical Oceanography

Prerequisite: GLG 110 or both GLG 171 and GLG 172. A comprehensive study of the physical ocean; including the origin and nature of tides, waves, and ocean currents; marine geology, resources and pollution. 3(3-0) S

GLG 327 Marine Science I: Oceanography Lab

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in GLG 326. Laboratory portion of GLG 326. Field and laboratory activities. (Must be taken at Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, Ocean Springs, Mississippi). 2(0-4) Su

GLG 332 Mineralogy

Prerequisite: GLG 110 or both GLG 171 and GLG 172; and CHM 160; and MTH 135 or MTH 138 or MTH 261 or MTH 287. Origin, classification, description, and identification of ore minerals and rock-forming minerals. 4(2-4) F

GLG 340 Structural Geology

Prerequisite: GLG 314 and GLG 333; and either MTH 138 or MTH 181. Recommended Prerequisite: PHY 123 or PHY 203. Elementary theory of stress and strain, rock behavior, continuous structures, fracture theory, discontinuous structures and kinematics of plate motion. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take GLG 413. This course may not be taken Pass/Not Pass. 4(3-2) F

GLG 358 Writing II: Reporting Geological Information

Prerequisite: ENG 110 and 30 hours and GLG 314; and either GLG 318 or GLG 332. General Education Course (Basic Required Courses). Techniques and strategies for locating and accessing technical geological information. Preparation of technical reports and presentations on geologic topics with emphasis on the styles and formats of the Geological Society of America and the United States Geological Survey. 3(1-4) F

GLG 397 Selected Topics in Geology

Prerequisite: permission. Course devoted to a single topic which may vary from semester to semester depending upon student and faculty interest. Since credit and topics vary, this course may be repeated, with permission, to a total of 5 hours credit. Variable content course. 1-3 D

GLG 412 Field Geology of the Midcontinent Region

Prerequisite: GLG 314 and permission. Regional geology of the Midcontinent including the Ozark, Wichita, Arbuckle, Ouachita and Boston Mountains, and associated basins. Introduction to geologic field methods including the use of aerial photograph and geologic maps, cross-sections, and block diagrams in the interpretation of regional geologic history. Supplemental course fee. 4(2-4) S

GLG 415 Invertebrate Paleontology

Prerequisite: GLG 314. Morphology and taxonomy of invertebrate fossils. 4(2-4) S

GLG 499 Research in Geology

Prerequisite: permission. Outstanding student obtains enrichment through guided, but independent, original research in geology and geology related subject areas. May be repeated at the discretion of the geology staff to a total of 6 hours. 1-3 F,S

GLG 524 Coastal Marine Geology Lab

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in GLG 523. Laboratory portion of GLG 523. Field and laboratory activities. Must be taken at Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, Ocean Springs, Mississippi. May be taught concurrently with GLG 624. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 624 and GLG 524. 1(0-2) Su

GLG 540 X-Ray Mineralogy

Prerequisite: GLG 332. Principles and techniques of x-ray mineralogy; the use of x-ray powder diffraction in the identification and characterization of minerals and related crystalline phases. May be taught concurrently with GLG 640. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 640 and GLG 540. 3(1-4) D

GLG 570 Principles of Stratigraphy

Prerequisite: GLG 314. Recommended Prerequisite: GLG 333. Principles underlying the deposition of sediments; environmental control of lithofacies and biofacies; recognition of ancient depositional environments by key indicators and modern analogs. May be taught concurrently with GLG 670. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 670 and GLG 570. 4(3-2) F

GLG 573 Engineering Geology

Prerequisite: GLG 333 and either MTH 261 or MTH 287. Engineering properties of rocks and soils; fundamentals of engineering geology field investigations; application of properties and fundamentals to engineering problems concerning slope stability, groundwater, industrial contamination, urban public works, and karst areas. Laboratories include engineering classification of soils, hydraulic conductivity testing, and public works design and management. Field trip to observe engineering problems of karst required. May be taught concurrently with GLG 673. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 573 and GLG 673. 3(2-2) SE

GLG 580 Geochemistry

Prerequisite: GLG 332. Topics include the dominant chemical reactions in natural waters, equilibrium conditions between mineral precipitation and dissolution, and characteristics of contaminated groundwater. Field trips required. Taught concurrently with GLG 680. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 580 and GLG 680. 3(2-2) F

GLG 590 Applied Geophysics

Prerequisite: either PHY 124 or PHY 204; and either MTH 280 or MTH 288. Recommended Prerequisite: GLG 340. Application of geophysical methods in solving geologic problems. Techniques covered include seismic refraction and reflection, gravity, magnetics, direct current and electromagnetic resistivity. Field trips required. May be taught concurrently with GLG 690. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 690 and GLG 590. 3(2-2) S

GLG 597 Selected Topics in Geology

Prerequisite: permission. Detailed treatment of various advanced topics in geology which may vary from year to year. Some typical topics: geologic instrumentation, selenology, sedimentology, and crystallography. Since credit and topics vary, the course may be repeated for a total of 6 hours. Variable content course. May be taught concurrently with GLG 697. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 697 and GLG 597. 1-5 D

GLG 624 Coastal Marine Geology Lab

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in GLG 623. Laboratory portion of GLG 623. Field and laboratory activities. Must be taken at Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, Ocean Springs, Mississippi. May be taught concurrently with GLG 524. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 524 and GLG 624. 1(0-2) Su

GLG 640 X-Ray Mineralogy

Recommended Prerequisite: GLG 332. Principles and techniques of x-ray mineralogy; the use of x-ray powder diffraction in the identification and characterization of minerals and related crystalline phases. May be taught concurrently with GLG 540. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 540 and GLG 640. 3(1-4), D

GLG 672 Geohydrology

Recommended Prerequisite: GLG 314; and either MTH 261 or MTH 287. Aquifer properties; elementary theory of groundwater flow through a porous medium; well and aquifer relationships. Laboratories include ground-water case studies and Hydrologic Investigation Atlas interpretations. Field trips required. Taught concurrently with GLG 572. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 572 and GLG 672. 3(2-2) S

GLG 674 Petroleum Geology

Recommended Prerequisite: GLG 314 and GLG 333 and GLG 570. Origin of hydrocarbons in sedimentary successions; petroleum systems, sequence stratigraphic concepts; basin analysis; petroleum exploration techniques, including well log and seismic interpretation; techniques for resource exploitation and an introduction to petroleum production. May be taught concurrently with GLG 574. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 674 and GLG 574. 3(2-2) S

GLG 681 Geochemical Techniques

Recommended Prerequisite: GLG 332. Geochemical techniques and procedures used in ore exploration, point and nonpoint contamination and other environmental studies. Analyses of trace elements in rocks, soils, plants and waters using inductively coupled plasma methods. Also use of GPS to locate sample sites and ArcView to prepare maps. Field trips required. May be taught concurrently with GLG 581. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 581 and GLG 681. 4(2-4) SO

GLG 694 Global Tectonics

Recommended Prerequisite: GLG 314. The fundamental basis of plate tectonics. Topics covered include geophysical methods, plate motion theory, fundamental properties of plate boundaries, formation of sedimentary basins and orogenic belts. May be taught concurrently with GLG 594. Cannot receive credit for both GLG 694 and GLG 594. 3(3-0) S

GLG 701 Geology for Secondary Teachers I

Prerequisite: permission. Earth materials, geological processes, geological history and the geological environments. 3(2-2) D

GLG 713 Field Geology for Secondary Teachers

Prerequisite: permission. Field work; identification and correlation of rock units; determination of depositional environments from fossils and other indicators. Students are required to make a collection of specimens from rock formations in the study area. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours when destination varies. Supplemental course fee. 1-3 D

GLG 765 Selected Topics in Earth Science

Prerequisite: permission. Students cooperatively select from general subject areas in earth science more specific areas to explore. Topics are studied consecutively during the semester. Subject areas from which the topic selections are made are included in the class schedule for each term the course is offered. Variable content course. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated for a total of 6 hours. Identical to GRY 740. Cannot receive credit for more than 6 hours of GLG 755 and GRY 740 combined. 1-3 D

GLG 796 Science Internship

Completion of an internship project (80 hours/credit hour) at a discipline-related business, nonprofit organization, or government agency, approved and supervised by both the departmental and internship advisors. Includes a formal report in the appropriate professional format, and an oral presentation at an approved venue. Graded Pass/Not Pass only. No more than 6 hours may count toward a masters degree. 1-6 F,S,Su

GEO 551 Remote Sensing

Prerequisite: GRY 360. Introduction to environmental studies through the application of remotely sensed imagery and geospatial technologies. The course covers principles of remote sensing, interactions of electromagnetic energy with the atmosphere and earth's surface, satellite systems and sensors (electro-optical, thermal, radar and LiDAR). Emphasis is placed on regional and global monitoring, land cover mapping, forestry, agriculture, geology, planning and oceanography. Laboratory emphasizes interpretation of remotely sensed imagery and introduction to digital image processing including enhancements, corrections and classification routines. May be taught concurrently with GEO 651. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 651 and GEO 551. 3(2-2) S

GEO 562 Internet Geospatial Science

Prerequisite: GEO 561. Basic understanding of the contemporary standards for using the Internet to distribute and utilize geospatial data. Students will develop and implement both single or multiple source geospatial portals. A major part of the course will examine user interaction design for geospatial data in both a wired and wireless environment. May be taught concurrently with GEO 662. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 662 and GEO 562. 3(2-2) F

GEO 568 Thematic Cartography

Prerequisite: GEO 561. Theoretical and applied aspects of map design in thematic mapping, animated mapping, interactive and web mapping. Emphasis will be applying computer-assisted mapping techniques of the problems of effective and efficient communication of spatial data. Field trip is required. May be taught concurrently with GEO 668. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 568 and GEO 668. 3(2-2) F

GEO 573 Geographic Information Science Programming

Prerequisite: GEO 561; and either CIS 202 or CSC 121 or CSC 125. Course devoted to theories and processes of analytical and automated Geographic Information Science (GIS). Principal topics covered are spatial programming, geographic data storage, computer map rendering, application customization and automation and human interface development of GIS. Advanced GIS and programming skills for professional development are emphasized. May be taught concurrently with GEO 673. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 673 and GEO 573. 3(2-2) F

GEO 578 Remote Sensing Digital Image Processing

Prerequisite: GEO 551 or GEO 566 or GEO 572. Advanced application of remote sensing digital image processing in areas of interest such as land use/land cover mapping, agriculture, forestry, resource planning and geology. Course covers image visualization, image correction, classification algorithms and change detection methods. Laboratory emphasizes advanced image processing techniques using ENVI software. May be taught concurrently with GEO 678. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 678 and GEO 578. 3(2-2) F

GEO 661 Intermediate Geographic Information Science

Recommended Prerequisite: GRY 363. Principles and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software. Examines the nature and accuracy of spatially referenced data, as well as methods of data capture, storage, retrieval, visualization and output. May be taught concurrently with GEO 561. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 561 and GEO 661. 3(2-2) S

GEO 666 Advanced Geographic Information Science

Recommended Prerequisite: GEO 561 or GEO 661. A theoretical and practical examination of analytical methods use in GIS, including vector and raster models, spatial overlay, incorporation of field data, analysis of surfaces, interpolation, TINs and network analysis. May be taught concurrently with GEO 566. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 566 and GEO 666. 3(2-2) F

GEO 672 Introduction to Photogrammetry and LiDAR Technology

Recommended Prerequisite: GRY 360. Course covers basic concepts of photogrammetry and LiDAR techniques such as stereo feature extraction, orthophoto, LiDAR point cloud visualization and DEM/DTM generation. Laboratory emphasizes geospatial stereo feature extraction using digital photogrammetry software, ArcGIS and Matlab toolboxes. May be taught concurrently with GEO 572. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 572 and GEO 672. 3(1-4) S

GEO 675 GPS Surveying and Mapping

Theory and operation of global positioning systems (GPS) hardware and software. Including mission planning, measurement of point, line and area features, differential correction techniques and waypoint navigation. Field exercises required. May be taught concurrently with GEO 575. Cannot receive credit for both GEO 575 and GEO 675. 3(1-4) S

GEO 700 Introduction to Graduate Study in Geospatial Science

Orientation to graduate study in geospatial sciences and development of a research proposal. 3(3-0) F

GEO 755 Applications of Digital Cartography, Analytical Photogrammetry, and Remote Sensing

Prerequisite: permission. Advanced application of aerial photography and digital imagery, analytical photogrammetry, remote sensing, digital cartography and other geospatial technologies in areas of interest such as land use/land cover mapping, landscape ecology, agriculture, forestry, resource planning, geology, and soils. Since credit and topics vary, the course may be repeated for a maximum of 7 hours with permission. 1-3 D

GEO 780 Research Paper in Geospatial Sciences

Prerequisite: permission. Extensive research paper on selected topic to be presented orally at a departmental seminar or professional meeting. Exclusively used to satisfy requirements for non-thesis option. 3 D

PLN 100 Understanding Cities

General Education Course (Culture and Society/Social Sciences Perspective). This course provides an introduction to understanding metropolitan issues from a variety of viewpoints. This course will explore questions such as: What is a city? What is the relationship between the natural and built environments? How do people perceive cities? What are their current issues and problems? How will cities respond to a changing world economy and the globalization of culture? This course will help students recognize community needs and how to contribute knowledge and work within the community to meet those needs. 3(3-0) F,S

PLN 371 History and Introduction to Planning

This course provides an introduction to planning and a critical analysis of past and present planning concepts in terms of social, economic, political, and urban design aspects. It examines the development of urban form in different eras as well as the history and forces behind the development of the planning profession in the United States. 3(3-0) F

PLN 397 Selected Topics in Planning

Course devoted to a single topic which may vary from semester to semester depending upon student and faculty interest. Since credit and topics vary, this course may be repeated, with permission, to a total of 5 hours credit. Variable content course. 1-3 D

PLN 505 Social Planning

This course will address planning practice in relation to values of justice, equity, fairness, and efficiency. In particular the course will focus upon inclusion of different community groups within the planning decision making process. A field project is required. May be taught concurrently with PLN 605. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 505 and PLN 605. 3(3-0) S

PLN 571 Land Use Planning

Prerequisite: PLN 371 or PLN 372 or FIN 266. Focuses on conceptual and analytical techniques of land use planning, including land use analysis, planning studies and procedures, and synthesis of planning elements through comprehensive plan development. May be taught concurrently with PLN 671. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 571 and PLN 671. 3(3-0) F

PLN 573 Urban Design and Preservation

Prerequisite: PLN 271 and GRY 322. Elements of urban design and preservation in relation to social, economic, and political forces; the role of the urban designer in the planning process. May be taught concurrently with PLN 673. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 673 and PLN 573. 3(3-0) S

PLN 576 Site Planning Studio

Prerequisite: PLN 271 an PLN 372. Lecture-studio focusing on the principles and processes of urban design and site specific design requirements. Students will design site plans for specific uses such as subdivisions, shopping centers and parks for public presentation. May be taught concurrently with PLN 676. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 676 and PLN 576. 4(2-4) F

PLN 597 Selected Topics in Planning

Detailed treatment of various advanced topics in planning which may vary from semester to semester. Some typical topics: Economic Development Planning, Rural and Small Town Planning, Housing in America. Since credit and topics vary, the course may be repeated to a total of 6 hours. Variable content course. May be taught concurrently with PLN 697. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 697 and PLN 597. 1-5 D

PLN 605 Social Planning

This course will address planning practice in relation to values of justice, equity, fairness, and efficiency. In particular the course will focus upon inclusion of different community groups within the planning decision making process. A field project is required. May be taught concurrently with PLN 505. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 605 and PLN 505. 3(3-0) S

PLN 671 Land Use Planning

Recommended Prerequisite: PLN 271 or PLN 372 or FIN 266. Focuses on conceptual and analytical techniques of land use planning, including land use analysis, planning studies and procedures, and synthesis of planning elements through comprehensive plan development. May be taught concurrently with PLN 571. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 571 and PLN 671. 3(3-0) F

PLN 673 Urban Design and Preservation

Recommended Prerequisite: PLN 271 and GRY 322. Elements of urban design and preservation in relation to social, economic, and political forces; the role of the urban designer in the planning process. May be taught concurrently with PLN 573. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 573 and PLN 673. 3(3-0) S

PLN 676 Site Planning Studio

Recommended Prerequisite: PLN 271 and PLN 372. Lecture-studio focusing on the principles and processes of urban design and site specific design requirements. Students will design site plans for specific uses such as subdivisions, shopping centers and parks for public presentation. May be taught concurrently with PLN 576. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 576 and PLN 676. 4(2-4) F

PLN 697 Selected Topics in Planning

Detailed treatment of various advanced topics in planning which may vary from semester to semester. Some typical topics: Economic Development Planning, Rural and Small Town Planning, Housing in America. Variable content course. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours. May be taught concurrently with PLN 597. Cannot receive credit for both PLN 597 and PLN 697. 1-5 D

PLN 704 Community Resource Planning

Explanation of community growth and change. Review of public and private agency programs. Topics may focus on small towns and rural areas as well as urban and metropolitan areas. Since credit and topics vary, the course may be repeated for a maximum of 7 hours with permission. 1-3 D