Geography
and
Planning
COURSES OFFERED FOR WINTER, 2016
GPY 100 - Physical Geography
Explores the spatial patterns between landforms, natural systems of flora and
fauna, and climate. Designed to increase awareness of the physical environment,
its landscape, controls, and processes, and the interrelationships of natural
phenomena.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
100
01
ALL
3.000 Physical Geography
T
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
Michael S Gutowsky (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK B1112
GPY
100
02
ALL
3.000 Physical Geography
T
10:00 am-11:15 am
Michael S Gutowsky (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK D1227
R
10:00 am-11:15 am
Michael S Gutowsky (P) 01/11-04/30 HRY 116
GPY
100
03
ALL
3.000 Physical Geography
Elena Lioubimtseva (P) 01/11-04/30
ONLINE
GPY 200 - Computer Cartography
This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of computer cartography.
We explore various techniques for the analysis, manipulation, and visualization of
spatial data. Topics include earth models, datums, map projection, coordinate
systems, map types, spatial and statistical data analysis, cartographic
generalization/symbolization, data classification, cartographic design, and thematic
mapping. Fulfills Foundation - Mathematical Sciences. Prerequisite: MTH 110.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
200
01
ALL
3.000 Computer Cartography MWF 11:00 am-11:50 am
Wanxiao Sun (P)
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
200
02
ALL
3.000 Computer Cartography TR
02:30 pm-03:45 pm
Kin M Ma (P)
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY 209 - Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning
An introduction to the study and profession of urban planning. This course provides
a background in the history and theory of urban planning, including an examination
of forces that have shaped the way our communities look and feel today. By the
end of the course students are also equipped with numerous strategies (solutions)
for addressing environmental challenges and ensuring future sustainability.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
209
01
PEW 3.000 Intro to Urban and Regional Planning TR 11:30 am-12:45 pm
Patricia A Houser (P) 01/11-04/30 EC 716
Geography
and
Planning
COURSES OFFERED FOR WINTER, 2016
GPY 220 - Cultural Geography
The distinctive spatial patterns of culture around the world will be investigated. This
course examines the distributions of population, language, religion, race,
agriculture, industry, urbanization, and development as well as how these
distributions change over time. Fulfills Foundation - Social and Behavioral
Sciences.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
220
01
ALL
3.000 Cultural Geography
MWF 11:00 am-11:50 am
Patricia A Houser (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK D1233
GPY
220
02
ALL
3.000 Cultural Geography
James W Penn (P)
W
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
01/11-04/30 MAK A1111
GPY 235 - World Regional Geography
A survey of geography followed by an examination of specific geographic concepts.
Physical, cultural, economic, and related factors will be given more emphasis than
place-name geography. Fulfills Foundation - Social and Behavioral Sciences. Fulfills
Cultures - World Perspectives.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
235
01
ALL
3.000 World Regional Geography
MWF 11:00 am-11:50 am
Jeroen Wagendorp (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK D1123
GPY
235
02
ALL
3.000 World Regional Geography
TR
Michael S Gutowsky (P) 01/11-04/30
11:30 am-12:45 pm
MAK B1112
GPY
235
03
ALL
3.000 World Regional Geography
TR
Jonathan E Wessell (P) 01/11-04/30
04:00 pm-05:15 pm
MAK D1123
GPY
235
04
ALL
3.000 World Regional Geography
MW
Jeroen Wagendorp (P) 01/11-04/30
01:30 pm-02:45 pm
MAK D1227
GPY
235
05
ALL
3.000 World Regional Geography
W
Jonathan E Wessell (P) 01/11-04/30
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
MAK D1123
GPY
235
06
ALL
3.000 World Regional Geography
Gang Xu (P)
01/11-04/30
GPY
235
07
ALL
3.000 World Regional Geography
M
Jonathan E Wessell (P) 01/11-04/30
GPY
235
08
ALL
3.000 World Regional Geography
Roy Cole (P)
01/11-04/30
TR
10:00 am-11:15 am
MAK D1221
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
MAK D1221
TR
01:00 pm-02:15 pm
MAK BLL110
Geography
and
Planning
COURSES OFFERED FOR WINTER, 2016
GPY 300 - Research Methods in Geography and Planning
A survey of the principal methods of conducting research in geography and
planning, focused on the logic and theory of research, formulation and testing of
hypotheses, research design, measurement, data collection and analysis, classical
and spatial statistics, the presentation of results, and ethical issues involved in
research involving people. Prerequisite: STA 215.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
300
01
ALL
3.000 Research Methods in Geography
W 06:00 pm-08:50 pm
Roy Cole (P)
01/11-04/30 MAK B1138
GPY 307 - Introduction to Computer Mapping/Geographic Information
Systems
Basic hands-on approach to computer mapping and geographic information
systems. Class work focuses on natural and social science examples of mapping
and geographic information systems. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or
permission of instructor.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
307
01
ALL
3.000 Intro to Computer Mapping/Geographic Information Systems
TR
11:30 am-12:45 pm
Kin M Ma (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
307
T
02
ALL
3.000 Intro to Computer Mapping/Geographic Information Systems
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
Kin M Ma (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
307
M
901
ALL
0.000 Intro to Computer Mapping/Geographic Information Systems
03:00 pm-05:50 pm
Kin M Ma (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
307
R
902
ALL
0.000 Intro to Computer Mapping/Geographic Information Systems
04:00 pm-05:50 pm
Kin M Ma (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
307
W
903
ALL
0.000 Intro to Computer Mapping/Geographic Information Systems
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
Kin M Ma (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
307
R
904
ALL
0.000 Intro to Computer Mapping/Geographic Information Systems
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
Kin M Ma (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
Geography
and
Planning
COURSES OFFERED FOR WINTER, 2016
GPY 310 - Land Use Planning
This builds on the fundamental concepts, principles, strategies, and tools of city and
regional land use planning. The focus is on the real-world and sustainable land use
planning process and implementation. In the winter of 2016 three major areas of
focus will be zoning, parks, and equitable housing.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
310
01
ALL
3.000 Land Use Planning
Patricia A Houser (P)
MW
03:00 pm-04:15 pm
01/11-04/30 MAK D2227
GPY 316 - Introduction to Transportation Planning
This course is an introduction to transportation planning. It explores the planning,
land use, and policy implications of city and regional transportation as it relates it to
urbanism, energy use, public health and safety, sustainability, and economic
development.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
316
01
PEW 3.000 Intro to Transportation Planning
R
06:00-08:50 pm
Steven L Stepek (P)
01/11-04/30 EC 710
GPY 335 - Globalization and Development
Development involves positive and negative social, political, economic, cultural,
and environmental changes for people living in a region or a country. GPY 335
explores the complex geography of the processes associated with development
and in particular global development.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
355
01
ALL
TR 11:30 am-12:45 pm
3.000 Geography of Southwest Asia (The Middle East).
Roy Cole (P)
01/11-04/30 PAD 20
GPY 352 –Geography of Latin America
The growth and development of Latin America has a significant impact on most
activities in North America. Examines those effects and studies the cultural and
physical development of Latin America. Fulfills Cultures - World Perspectives.
Offered winter semester.
3.000 Credit hours
TR 1-2:15
Jim Penn
PAD 261
Geography
and
Planning
COURSES OFFERED FOR WINTER, 2016
GPY 355 -Geography of Southwest Asia (The Middle East)
Introduction to physical and cultural geography of Southwest Asia and North Africa.
Fulfills Cultures - World Perspectives.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
355
01
ALL
3.000 Geography of Southwest Asia (The Middle East).
TR
11:30 am-12:45 pm
Roy Cole (P)
01/11-04/30 PAD 209
GPY 356 - Geography of Europe
The world has been strongly influenced by European geographic principles and
practices. Course will focus on the physical and cultural geographic development of
Europe, including a spatial analysis of the area's population, resources, and
economy. Fulfills Cultures - World Perspectives. Fulfills one of the Themes
requirements.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
356
01
ALL
3.000 Geography of Europe
Jeroen Wagendorp (P) 01/11-04/30 ONLINE
GPY 361 - People, Environment, and Development in the Amazon
This course explores natural resource use and human settlement over time in the
Amazon Basin, from early tribal societies to the present. Topics include extractive
economies, trade in animal and forest products, conservation and development
initiatives, and the changing demands for resources in urban centers of Amazonia
today. Fulfills one of the Themes requirements.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
361
01
ALL
3.000 People, Environment, and Development in the Amazon
TR
10:00 am-11:15 am
James W Penn (P)
01/11-04/30 MAK A2117
GPY 365 - GIS for Economic and Business Decision-Making
Explores the use of geographic information systems (GIS) technology in economic
and business decision-making, including market area analysis, geodemographic
segmentation, site selection, routing, customer profiling, sales territory
management, and location strategies. Emphasis on hands-on activities. Problembased learning approach. Cross listed with MKT 365. Part of the Information,
Innovation, and Technology Issue. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
365
01
ALL
3.000 GIS for Economic and Business Decision-Making
TR
01:00 pm-02:15 pm
Gang Xu (P)
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
Geography
and
Planning
COURSES OFFERED FOR WINTER, 2016
GPY 399 - Independent Readings
Independent supervised readings in selected topics. Offered every semester.
Prerequisites: Permission of program coordinator. Graded credit/no credit.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours
GPY
399
01
ALL
1.000 Independent Readings Elena Lioubimtseva (P) 01/11-04/30
GPY 407 - Advanced GIS
An advanced level GIS course emphasizing decision analysis through applications of
spatial statistics and geospatial modeling. Topics include multivariate statistics,
error assessment and propagation, fuzzy logic, uncertainty, and decision risk in GIS
modeling, location analysis, and terrain modeling using industry standard GIS
software. Prerequisites: GPY 307.
GPY
407
10
ALL
4.000 Advanced GIS MW
01:30 pm-02:45 pm
Wanxiao Sun (P)
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
407
901
ALL
0.000 Advanced GIS M
Wanxiao Sun (P)
03:00 pm-05:50 pm
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
407
902
ALL
0.000 Advanced GIS R
Wanxiao Sun (P)
04:00 pm-05:50 pm
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
407
903
ALL
0.000 Advanced GIS W
Wanxiao Sun (P)
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY
407
904
ALL
0.000 Advanced GIS R
Wanxiao Sun (P)
06:00 pm-08:50 pm
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY 412 - Global Environmental Change
The main theme of this course is the changing nature of our environment and
human-environmental interactions. Topics include climatic fluctuations,
environmental reconstructions, the interaction between humankind and the
environment since the prehistoric times, and human-induced environmental change
of the last century at the global, continental, and regional scales. Cross listed with
ENS 412. Part of the Sustainability Issue. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
412
01
ALL
3.000 Global Environmental Change TR
01:00 pm-02:15 pm
Elena Lioubimtseva (P) 01/11-04/30 MAK D2123/HRY 117
Geography
and
Planning
COURSES OFFERED FOR WINTER, 2016
GPY 470 - Digital Image Processing
Provides theory and applications of digital image processing techniques. Focuses on
the methodologies of thematic extraction of environmental information using
computer-based image processing systems and interface between GIS and remote
sensing. Topics include image enhancement, multispectral classification algorithms,
and model development. Prerequisites: MTH 110, GPY 370, NRM 350, or permission
of instructor.
3.000 Credit hours
GPY
470
01
ALL
3.000 Digital Image Processing
MWF 10:00 am-10:50 am
Wanxiao Sun (P)
01/11-04/30 MAK B2126
GPY 490 - Internship
Supervised work experience in an area related to geography. Offered every
semester. Prerequisites: Permission of program coordinator. Graded credit/no
credit.
1.000 TO 9.000 Credit hours
GPY
490
01
ALL
1.000 Internship
Elena Lioubimtseva (P) 01/11-04/30
GPY 499 - Independent Research
Research conducted individually with faculty supervision. Attention given to written
and oral presentation of research findings. Offered every semester. Prerequisites:
Permission of program coordinator. Graded credit/no credit.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours
GPY
499
01
ALL
1.000 Independent Research Elena Lioubimtseva (P) 01/11-04/30