Geog 30: Geographic Perspectives on Human-Environment Relations

Fall 2005:

Instructor: Dr. Petra Tschakert, 315 Walker, Dept. of Geography; ph: 863-9399, petra@psu.edu

TA: Jessica Hayes-Conroy, 330 Walker, Dept. of Geography; ph: 865-1646, jsh285@psu.edu

Course Description:

This course introduces you to the study of human-environment interactions from a geographic perspective, with special emphasis on the role of humans in changing the face of the earth and how, in turn, this changed environment influences humans. We take a complex system's perspective on major environmental and societal challenges and examine coupled human-environmental issues in a variety of geographic contexts (developed and developing countries). We explore critical concepts such as carrying capacity, ecological footprints, feedback, stability domains, and resilience and adaptation, as well as various sectoral issues related to population growth, resource management, consumption, environmental service provision, climate change, disease, and sustainable development.

Course Materials:

Final grades

Fall 2005 Final Grade Spreadsheet