Campus
CampusLocation
WEB
CourseHeader
GEOG121 - Physical Geography
CourseTime
CourseID
50751.WEB.
Credits
4
CreditType
Undergraduate
CRN
50751
FullCourseDesc
Corequisite: GEOG 121L This course explores the fundamental processes and patterns of Earth's physical systems, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. Topics include weather and climate, landforms and geomorphology, water systems, natural hazards, and
ecosystems. Emphasis is placed on spatial thinking, Earth system interactions, and the role of physical geography in shaping the environment and influencing human activity. Through lectures, labs, and map-based exercises, students will gain foundational geographic knowledge and skills for
understanding the natural world. Offered fall, spring, summer.
ecosystems. Emphasis is placed on spatial thinking, Earth system interactions, and the role of physical geography in shaping the environment and influencing human activity. Through lectures, labs, and map-based exercises, students will gain foundational geographic knowledge and skills for
understanding the natural world. Offered fall, spring, summer.
Instructor
Boellstorff
Notes
NOTE: Course meets at the Attleboro site at the time listed on the student schedule; additional online content. Must also enroll in GEOG-121L-BX1.
Section
BX1
StartEnd
07/13/2026 - 08/14/2026
Status
OPEN
Subject
TermCode
TimeOfDay
Night