GEO 1206 Appalachian Environment

Overview of the various geographic aspects of the rural and urban Appalachian region, including physiography and geology; migration and settlement patterns; historical development and cultural diffusion; and population characteristics and economy.

Prerequisites: NONE

Course Outcomes

• Describe the topography, climate, water, soils, vegetation, and mineral resources in Appalachia.
• Analyze historic and current settlement patterns and issues reflected in migration.
• Compare and contrast the past and current environmental threats to both rural and urban Appalachia.
• Appraise past and current economic conditions in both rural and urban Appalachia.

Credit Hours: 3

• Classroom: 3 hours

• Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences
• Department: Geography

• Repeatable Credit: No
• Offered Online: No