Course Descriptions
| GEO-Geography |
| GED-General Education |
| GER-German |
| GEY-Geology |
| GIS-Geographic Information Systems |
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GEO - Geography
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GEO 105 - World Regional Geography: GT-SS2
3 credits
Facilitates an understanding of spatial relationships between and among the
geographic regions of the world. It includes demographic and cultural
(political, economic, and historic) forces related to the physical environments
of selected regions. The course focuses on analysis of interrelationships
between developed and developing regions and the interactions between human
societies and natural environments.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment
scores.
GEO 106 - Human Geography: GT-SS2
3 credits
Introduces geographic perspectives and methods with applications to the study
of human activities. The course emphasizes the distribution of humans,
adjustments to the natural environment, and land use practices.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment
scores.
GEO 111 - Physical Geography: Landforms:
GT-SC1
4 credits
Introduces the principles of landforms as a major aspect of our natural
environment. The course incorporates an integrated process of lecture,
discussion, and laboratory assignments. GEO 111 may be transferred to colleges
and universities as a science credit. The course is offered in the fall.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment scores.
GEO 112 - Physical Geography: Weather &
Climate: GT-SC1
4 credits
Introduces the principles of meteorology, climatology, world vegetation
patterns, and world regional climate classification. The course incorporates an
integrated process of lecture, discussion, and laboratory assignments. GEO 112
may be transferred to colleges and universities as a science credit. The course
is offered in the spring.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment
scores.
GEO 165 - Human Ecology
3 credits
Provides a current outlook for the global environment, describing the threats
imposed on different natural ecological systems. The course enables the student
to develop a set of intellectual tools and ways of thinking about the
environment to evaluate for themselves how serious a given environmental
problem will be.
GED - General Education
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GED 011 GED Preparation
1 credit
GED 011 presents material for students who need to prepare for the GED tests:
Language Arts, Writing; Language Arts, Reading; Mathematics; Science; and
Social Studies.
GER - German
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GER 101 Conversational German I
3 credits
Introduces beginning students to conversational German and focuses on
understanding and speaking German. It covers basic vocabulary, grammar, and
expressions that are used in daily situations and in travel.
GER 102 Conversational German II
3 credits
Continues the sequence for students who wish to understand and speak German. It
covers basic patterns, expressions, and grammar.
Prerequisite: GER 101 or permission of instructor.
GER 111 German Language I
5 credits
Begins a sequence dealing with the development of functional proficiency in
listening, speaking, reading, and writing the German language. Note: The order
of the topics and methodology will vary according to individual texts and
instructors.
GER 112 German Language II
5 credits
Continues German Language I in the development of functional proficiency in
listening, speaking, reading, and writing the German language. Note: The order
of the topics and the methodology will vary according to individual texts and
instructors.
Prerequisite: GER 111 or instructor permission.
GER 211 German Language III: GT-AH4
3 credits
Continues German Language I and II in the development of increased functional
proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing the German language.
Note: The order of the topics and the methodology will vary according to
individual texts and instructors.
Prerequisites: GER 112 or instructor permission.
GER 212 German Language IV: GT-AH4
3 credits
Continues German Language I, II, and III in the development of increased
functional proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing the German
language. Note: The order of the topics and the methodology will vary according
to individual texts and instructors.
Prerequisite: GER 211 or instructor permission.
GEY - Geology
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GEY 111 Physical Geology: GT-SC1
4 credits
Studies the materials of the earth, its structure, surface features, and the
geologic processes involved in its development.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 and MAT 090 (grade C or higher) or equivalent
assessment scores.
GEY 116 Gems, Crystals, and Minerals
1 credit
Introduces basic information on the definition, formation, identification, and
uses of gems, crystals, and minerals.
GEY 118 Rock and Mineral Identification
1 credit
Introduces basic information on the definition, formation, identification, and
uses of rocks and minerals.
GEY 119 The Great Ice Age
1 credit
Analyzes the effect of the last ice age on the development of North America and
also explores theories of climatic change.
GEY 121 Historical Geology (with Lab)
4 credits
Studies the physical and biological development of the earth through the vast
span of geologic time. The course emphasizes the investigation and
interpretation of sedimentary rocks, the record of ancient environments, fossil
life-forms, and physical events, all within the framework of shifting crustal
plates.
Prerequisites: MAT 090, GEY 111.
GEY 125 Continental Drift
1 credit
Presents the theory of plate tectonics and its relationship to continental
movement, earthquakes, volcanoes, and the history of life.
GEY 135 Environmental Geology
3 credits
Introduces geology and its relationship to man's
environment. The course covers geologic hazards such as floods, landslides,
avalanches, earthquakes, and volcanoes. It focuses on surface and groundwater
resources in terms of exploitation and man's responsibility
to protect these resources from contamination. The geologic aspects of land use
practices, as well as mineral and energy resource exploitation, are reviewed
and related to legislation regarding environmental law.
GEY 140 Introduction to Global Positioning Systems
1 credit
Provides instruction on the use and application of hand-held global positioning
systems (GPS). The course includes navigation, using a GPS with a topographic
map, mapping geologic and man-made features using a GPS, and exchanging
information with computerized digital maps.
GEY 143 The Geology and Evolution of Caves
2 credits
Introduces the science of caves. The course includes cave formation and
evolution, cave decorations (speleothems), and the adaptations of living
organisms to life below ground. It incorporates a one-day field trip to a
nearby cave system.
GEY 205 The Geology of Colorado
3 credits
Covers the geologic history of Colorado with emphasis on formation of mountain
ranges; igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock types; ore deposits; and
landforms. It incorporates field experience and/or classroom lectures.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
GEY 208 Geology Field Trip
1-5 credits
Involves in-depth field studies into the geology of specific regions both
within and outside Colorado. Trips lasting from one to several days to study
the area constitute the major activity of the course. The specific area of
investigation is indicated in the schedule of classes each time the course is
offered.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
GIS - Geographic Information Systems
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GIS 101 Introduction To Geographic Information Systems
3 credits
Surveys the development and operation of automated geographic information
systems. The course focuses on the fundamentals of using computers to draw maps
and incorporates the study of cartographic fundamentals such as map
projections, map scales, selective display of data on maps, and various
computer software applications in GIS.
GIS 110 Introduction To Cartography
3 credits
Examines a broad range of map types, emphasizing maps as a communication system
with both symbology and specific organizational hierarchies. Discussion and
demonstration focuses on essential cartographic principles and practices used
for designing maps, with emphasis on cartographic protocol resulting in the
effective communication of both qualitative and quantitative information. The
course is generally taught in the fall.
GIS 210 Intermediate GIS
3 credits
Builds upon the spatial analysis principles and concepts of GIS 101. Students
work with more advanced analytical tools and develop skills in spatial problem
solving. The course is generally taught in the spring.