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Course ID	Course
GENV 332	GENV 332 Geography of Western Canada Course Credits: 3 This course provides an overview of the physical and human geography that shapes and defines the Prairie provinces and British Columbia. The course focuses on selected cultural and environmental factors in understanding the spatial variation in population patterns and economic activity. Emphasis is also placed on the role of regional literature and painting in the formation of regional images. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Geography & Environment including one of GENV 111, 131, 212, 230; or instructor's consent NB: Offered every other year.
GENV 341	GENV 341 Resource & Environmental Management Course Credits: 3 An introduction to key concepts and issues in natural resources management. The course examines major resource-based industries, including agriculture, fishing, forestry, mining, energy, and recreation. It also emphasizes understanding the varied influences that environmental, socio-economic, and political factors have on the spatial distribution of resource utilization and resource management. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Geography & Environment including one of GENV 111, 131, 212, 230; or instructor's consent NB: Offered every other year.
GENV 343	GENV 343 Geography of the Pacific Rim Course Credits: 3 This course examines the physical and human geography of the Pacific Rim. It gives particular attention to regional distribution of natural features and resources, population and settlements, economic activities and development, as well as globalization and its impact on this region. The Pacific Rim is a geographic realm that has changed dramatically since the middle of the twentieth century, therefore, this course explores the dynamic issues, problems, and challenges facing contemporary Pacific Rim countries, how the issues are being addressed, and the future prospects for the people and countries within this region. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Geography & Environment including one of GENV 111, 131, 212, 230; or instructor's consent NB: Offered every other year. Fulfils area studies requirements for International Studies major/honours.
GENV 344	GENV 344 Geography of Africa Course Credits: 3 This course examines the human and physical geography of Africa. Attention is given to the regional distribution of natural features and resources, population and settlements, economic activities and development, and globalization and its impact on this vast continent. Because Africa is a geographic realm that has changed dramatically since the middle of the twentieth century, this course explores the dynamic issues, problems, and challenges facing contemporary African societies, how the issues are being addressed, and the future prospects for the people and countries within this geographic region Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing, or instructor's consent NB: Offered every other year. Fulfils area studies requirements for International Studies major/honours.
GENV 354	GENV 354 Geography of the World Economy Course Credits: 3 This course introduces students to the globalization of the world economy. It provides theoretical and practical foundation for exploring the global economy in an era of technological advancements, restructuring economies, and geopolitical realignments. It focuses on economic development of developed and developing countries of the world, and examine the impacts and critical problems associated with economic growth, development, and distribution and how to address the problems. Cross-listed: ECON 354 Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Geography & Environment including one of GENV 111, 131, 212, or 230; or third-year standing in Economics/Business, or instructor's consent NB: Offered every other year.
GENV 355	GENV 355 Geography of Urban Areas Course Credits: 3 This course focuses on the origin, physical environment, and structure of urban settlements; the growth and processes of urbanization; and the impact of globalization on urban centres. It investigates societal issues common to urban environments including; poverty, homelessness, substance abuse, criminality, environmental degradation and deterioration of the built environment. It also provides an overview of urban renewal and planning processes. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Geography & Environment including one of GENV 111, 131, 212, or 230; or third-year standing, or instructor's consent NB: Offered every other year.
GENV 356	GENV 356 Urban & Regional Planning Course Credits: 3 This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles, problems, and techniques of urban, suburban, rural, and regional land use planning. It focuses on the elements and make-up of the comprehensive plan, the politics of planning, and the assessment of economic, social and environmental plans. Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing or instructor's consent NB: Offered every other year.
GENV 357	GENV 357 Environmental Economics & Policy Course Credits: 3 This course introduces the main concepts in environmental economics and applies them to public policy analysis. Students will learn about markets, prices and the role of information in the economy, and will then learn about market failures that specifically affect the environment. The second half of the course introduces the key techniques in public policy analysis (an inherently interdisciplinary undertaking), including the process of developing, implementing, and assessing public policy. Cross-listed: ECON 357 Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing or instructor's consent
GENV 362	GENV 362 Marine Ecology Course Credits: 3 A study of the ecological relationships of marine life in several major habitat types. Emphasis is on productivity, food webs, nutrient cycling, and community ecology. Ecosystem parameters are investigated through field and laboratory studies. Part of coursework takes place in the Lower Mainland, Gulf Islands, and/or Vancouver Island. Cross-listed: BIOL 362 Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing in Biology and instructor's consent. Recommended: BIOL 308 and/or 360 NB: Summer sessions only. Not offered every year. See department chair.

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