GEO 1
Physical Geography
Course Description
An introduction to the basic physical elements of geography and the diverse physical environment in which we live. Topics include the global patterns of weather and climate, landforms, soils and vegetation along with human modification of natural environments. The geographic tools used to explore these topics include maps, GPS, remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44502 | GEO 1 | 50Z | ······· | TBA-TBA | Sohini Dutt | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-04-07 to 2025-06-27.
Footnote:
GEO-001.-50Z-: This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Visualizing Physical Geography (2nd Edition) Foresman © 2012 ISBN: 9780470626153 | Textbook | Required | $165.50 | $124.25 | $124.13 | $69.51 |
| Visualizing Physical Geography (2nd Edition) Foresman ISBN: 9781118213599 | E-Book | Required | $121.95 | |||
| Visualizing Physical Geography (2nd Edition) Foresman ISBN: 9781118213599 | E-Book (150 days) | Required | $51.22 | |||
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Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
General Course Statement
- General Statement
- See general education pages for the requirements this course meets.
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5.
- Pre-algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond pre-algebra