Geography

www.wwcc.edu/programs/geography/

Program available at/via: [Walla Walla][Online-partial]

Department Overview: Geography is an integrative discipline that unites the physical and social sciences in the study of people, places and the environment. Geography studies the where-and why factors that shape our world and our lives in spatial terms.

Program Level Outcomes:

An understanding of discipline specific terminology and methods.
An ability to correctly use discipline specific tools and /or techniques.
Critical thinking skills necessary in science including appropriate study techniques, problem solving skills and the use of data to assess the validity of claims.
The ability to research, interpret and communicate concepts obtained from scientific literature.
An understanding of the relationships between course concepts and society, including the impact of course specific technology.

Degrees: Students may earn an Associate in Arts AA-DTA degree (90 credits) which is designed for students planning to transfer to a baccalaureate institution with junior standing. Students pursuing this degree should meet with an academic advisor at WWCC and an advisor at their intended baccalaureate institution to determine an appropriate educational plan. (See AA-DTA in Programs section of catalog).

Preparation for Success: A major in Geography is strengthened by studies in mathematics. The ability to utilize computers for research purposes is mandatory in most disciplines. Most geographers will also need to be familiar with GIS technology.

Courses

Geography

Geography (CCN)