GEG 100 - Physical Geography I Laboratory
Physical Geography I Lab explores the hands-on, practical applications of basic knowledge gained in the companion course, GEG 101 Physical Geography I. Exercises involve use of maps, atlases, and scientific equipment to observe, measure, and analyze the spatial significance of natural phenomena on and near Earth's surface. NOTE: This course meets SUNY General Education Natural Science and (Scientific Reasoning) SUNY-NSCI requirements when both GEG 100 and GEG 101 are successfully completed. 1 Credit.

Corequisite: Physical Geography (GEG101).

GEG 101 - Physical Geography I
Physical Geography is the science concerned with the spatial aspects and interactions of the physical elements and processes that make-up the environment. GEG 101 is an introductory course presented through two of Earth’s major spheres: the atmosphere and hydrosphere. Topics include Earth/Sun relations, Earth’s energy budget, atmospheric temperature, moisture and precipitation, winds, weather, climate, and Earth’s water. NOTE: This course meets SUNY General Education Natural Science and (Scientific Reasoning), (SUNY-NSCI) requirements when both GEG 100 and GEG 101 are successfully completed. GEG 100 may be taken concurrently or in a later semester, but will not have satisfied the SUNY requirement (SUNY-NSCI) until both GEG 101 and GEG 100 are successfully completed. 3 Credits.

GEG 102 - Human Geography
Human Geography is the spatial analysis of human populations, their cultures, their activities and behaviors, and their relationship with, and impact on, the physical landscapes they occupy. GEG 102 is an introductory course presented through two major themes: population geography and cultural geography. Topics include migration, languages, religions, ethnicities, and cemeteries. 3 Credits.

GEG 103 - Introduction to Meteorology Lab
Introduction to Meteorology Lab explores the hands-on, practical applications of basic knowledge gained in the companion course, GEG 104 Weather and Climate. Exercises involve use of maps, atlases, weather maps and charts, radar and satellite data, observational weather data and measure, and using the above mentioned for creating an operational weather forecast. NOTE: This course meets SUNY General Education Natural Science (and Scientific Reasoning) SUNY-NSCI requirements when both GEG 103 and GEG 104 are successfully completed. 1 Credit.

Prerequisite or co-requisite: GEG 104.

GEG 104 - Introduction to Meteorology
Weather is the scientific study of atmospheric processes and patterns, and their impact on human activities. This introductory meteorology course examines the collection and analysis of meteorological data at local, regional, and global scales. Topics include heat, moisture, and wind dynamics of the atmosphere; application of satellite and radar data; development and impact of thunderstorms, tornadoes and hurricanes; weather analysis and forecasting. NOTE: This course meets SUNY General Education Natural Science and (Scientific Reasoning), SUNY-NSCI requirements when both GEG 103 and GEG 104 are successfully completed. GEG 103 may be taken concurrently or in a later semester, but will not have satisfied the SUNY requirement (SUNY-NSCI) until both GEG 103 and GEG 104 are successfully completed. 3 Credits.

GEG 110 - Physical Geography II Lab
Physical Geography II Lab explores the hands-on, practical applications of basic knowledge gained in the companion course, Physical Geography II (GEG-111). Exercises involve use of maps, atlases, GPS units, and other geographic tools to observe, measure, and analyze the spatial significance of Earth's plants, animals, and landforms. NOTE: This course meets SUNY General Education Natural Science and (Scientific Reasoning), SUNY-NSCI requirements when both GEG 110 and GEG 111 are successfully completed. 1 Credit.

Corequisite: Physical Geography II (GEG-111). Students that take GEG 110 are required to be taking or have taken GEG 111.

GEG 111 - Physical Geography II
Physical Geography II is the study of spatial patterns and natural processes on Earth. As an introductory course, GEG 111 explores where and why plants, animals, and landforms occur where they do. Students will develop a better understanding of the natural environment and our role within it. Key topics include maps and map making, plants and animals (biogeography), as well as landforms (geomorphology) caused by volcanoes, earthquakes, glaciers, and rivers. NOTE: This course meets SUNY General Education Natural Science and (Scientific Reasoning), (SUNY-NSCI) requirements when both GEG 110 and GEG 111 are successfully completed. 3 Credits.

GEG 130 - Digital Earth
Digital Earth provides students with an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). In this course, students will work with computer-based tools to create, analyze, and map data. Introductory geospatial skills will be covered through hands-on lab exercises themed around various topics such as: the natural landscape, renewable energy, sustainability, crime, business, and census data. A final project will provide students with the opportunity to use geospatial technology, combined with real-world data, to explore a topic of their choosing and create original maps that begin to find the answer to a research question. A sustainability elective (GR). This is a lab course. 4 Credits.

GEG 131 - Cartography
This course introduces fundamental cartographic concepts. Upon completion of this course, successful students will be able to employ design principles to create effective visual representations of geographic data (e.g. maps) in different formats (e.g. hardcopy, digital, web). Specific topics include map element design, typography, label design, selecting appropriate color schemes, and symbology. Basic computer skills will be required to be successful in this course. 3 Credits.