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  • EGGS 150: Quantitative Methods

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Introduces and applies the quantitative methods commonly used in the Geosciences. Students will learn how to measure or estimate the physical properties of the materials that make up the Earth, the forces that operate on the Earth, and the age of the Earth. Emphasis will be placed on activities that demonstrate these methods and exposure to real problems solved by Geoscientists.
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  • EGGS 160: Digital Earth

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides a general overview of the fundamentals of geographic information systems (GIS), particularly the role of modern technologies (e.g., aerial drones, web-mapping, virtual reality) in solving problems of a geographic nature.-a-a
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  • EGGS 200: Geog US & Canada

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Surveys regions of the US and Canada and implements spatial analyses through the study of diversity in culture, economy, and physical landscapes at the continental scale. Students will apply geographic concepts to critically address similarities and differences across regions, and examine the interrelationships between people and the environment.
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  • EGGS 202: Outdoor Pursuits

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Focuses on the skills and principles of outdoor pursuits. Students build competencies in multiple outdoor pursuits, which may include, but are not limited to, backpacking, map reading and orienteering, snow sports, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, challenge course activities, mountain biking, and rock climbing. Emphasis is placed on learning skills and techniques for safe participation in backcountry environments, proper use of equipment, and causing minimal impacts by practicing Leave-No-Trace principles.
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  • EGGS 203: Adventure Leadership

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Facilitates the development of outdoor leadership competencies including foundational knowledge, professional conduct, judgement and decision making, group processing, facilitation, environmental stewardship, program management, safety and risk management, and technical skills. Emphasizes teambuilding through the use of activities, adventure games, and initiative problems. Students will learn the theoretical foundations, administrative processes, and technical skills that are necessary to provide high-quality adventure programs to a variety of audiences.
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  • EGGS 205: Spec Topics Reg Geog

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Surveys the physical and human geography of a specific area of the world. Focuses on a regional analysis of the area within a physical, cultural, economic, and environmental context. This course may be offered as study abroad. During the study abroad offering, students will collect, analyze, and present information related to the study region before and during the field trip. Presentations will be both written and oral. Students will incur costs for up to three weeks of transportation, room, and board as well as venue entrance fees. The course may involve camping and strenuous hiking.
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  • EGGS 212: Geog Developing Wrld

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Examines the nature, characteristics, challenges, and possibilities associated with development in economically peripheral regions of the world. Spatial aspects of uneven development, globalization, and interaction between developed and developing regions of the world will be addressed through analyzing environmental settings, historical circumstances, institutions, and cultural forces associated with underdevelopment and poverty.
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  • EGGS 213: Intro Soil Science

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides a thorough background to the geo-environmental aspects of soil such as its physical and chemical properties, factors of soil formation, classification, and geographical distribution. Examines the interpretation of soil surveys and their role in land-use planning, natural resource management, and environmental quality. One semester field trip is required.
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  • EGGS 215: Outdoor Recreation

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Introduces the philosophy, principles, and practices that are fundamental to working in the outdoor recreation field. Topics include the historical development of outdoor recreation in the U.S. and abroad, the roles of agencies and organizations as outdoor recreation providers, characteristics of outdoor recreation resources, relationships between outdoor recreation and the protection of natural resources, management principles for outdoor recreation opportunities and resources, and professionalism in the outdoor recreation field.
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  • EGGS 218: Global Water Issues

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Introduces students to fundamentals of water issues around the world, and how they affect the development, design, evolution and sustainability of societies and economic viability. Includes discussion of case studies where conflicts over water allocations, drought limitations, water quality problems and catastrophic floods are damaging societies and international relations. Students will be exposed to and discuss current and developing methods for reducing such problems in support of more sustainable societies.
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