GEOG 122 - Geography of Hawaii
- Recommended Prep: Placement in ENG 22 or higher
Examines Hawaii as a unique, special place. Physical geography (volcanoes, erosion, climate, water resources, natural hazards), cultural geography (pre-contact society, the monarchy, economic change, agriculture, tourism, energy, population, land use, transportation, and urbanization), and regional geography of each island will be presented.
Contact: 3 hours lecture per week
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of GEOG 122, the student will be able to:
- Understand, appreciate, and explain how Hawaii's natural landscape was created, and how it has changed over time.
- Analyze the natural Hawaiian landscape and explain how humans have altered and adapted to it.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the changes in islands' economic, political, and urban geography.
- Understand and explain the unique differences and similarities of each island.
- Know and demonstrate an understanding of where places are located in Hawaii on map quizzes.
- Demonstrate understanding and mastery of all subject matter and concepts; analyze changes in the landscape over time; and explain these effects on social conditions on essay and objective quizzes and exams.