INX199Y1
First Year Seminar 52S
SCI199Y1
First Year Seminar 52S
Undergraduate seminar that focuses on specific ideas, questions, phenomena or controversies, taught by a regular Faculty
member deeply engaged in the discipline. Open only to newly admitted first year students. It may serve as a distribution
requirement course; see page 40.
NOTE
Prerequisites: In some cases Prerequisites may be waived if
equivalent background exists. Please consult the Undergraduate
Coordinator or instructor.
GGR100Y1
Introduction to Physical Geography 52L, 8P
Basic physical geography moulded around a simple systems approach. The atmospheric, biospheric and lithospheric systems
and their interactions. Climate and weather. Plate tectonics and earth materials. Geomorphic processes. Soils and the
biosphere.
Exclusion: JGF150Y1/JGG150Y1
This is a Science course
GGR107Y1
Environment, Food and People 52L, 8T
Relations between population growth, agricultural development, urbanization and the natural environment. From the origins of
agriculture to the present. From a few million to six billion people. The cost to the environment. The prospect of sustainability.
Exclusion: GGR101Y1, 110Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR124Y1
Urbanization, Contemporary Cities and Urban Life 52L, 6T
Introduction to the urban process. From the origin of cities to global urbanization; the evolution of systems of cities; uneven
growth and the functional specialization of cities; globalization and economic restructuring, migration, public policies. World
cities. Dynamics of urban property markets, population and demography, job location, housing, mobility and neighbourhood
change, social structure and spatial inequalities. Planning, politics and policy issues in U.S. and Canadian cities.
This is a Social Science course
GGR201H1
Geomorphology 26L, 4P
An introduction to the principles of geomorphology; earth materials; major features of crustal morphology; landforming
processes of water, wind, waves and ice; human impact on earth surface processes. One hour laboratory session
approximately every other week; a local field trip.
Recommended preparation: GGR100Y1/JGF150Y1/JGG150Y1
This is a Science course
GGR203H1
Introduction to Climatology 34L, 4T
Introduction to the large scale processes responsible for determining global and regional climate and atmospheric circulation
patterns, as well as the small scale processes responsible for determining the microclimates of specific environments.
Recommended preparation: GGR100Y1/JGF150Y1/JGG150Y1; MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1; PHY110Y1/PHY138Y1/PHY140Y1
This is a Science course
GGR205H1
Introduction to Soil Science 26L
Introduction to soil science dealing with the chemical, physical, and biological properties of soils; soil formation and
development; the classification of soils, and the application of soil science to environmental, agricultural and forestry issues.
Recommended preparation: CHM137Y1/(CHM138H1, CHM139H1); GGR100Y1/JGF150Y1/JGG150Y1
This is a Science course
GGR206H1
Introduction to Hydrology 30L, 4T
An introduction to the hydrologic cycle with emphasis on the terrestrial branch; precipitation, evaporation, runoff, flood
prediction; ground water and snowmelt hydrology. Basic hydrological models will be practiced.
Recommended preparation: GGR100Y1/JGF150Y1/JGG150Y1; MAT135Y1
This is a Science course
GGR216H1
Global Cities 26L
With films, fiction and critical theory, this course explores global cities from around the world by looking at their everyday life:
the people of these cities; how they got to be there; what they do; and how their lives are being shaped by increasingly
globalized political, economic and cultural forces.
This is a Social Science or Humanities course
GGR220Y1
The Spatial Organization of Economic Activity 52L, 4T
This basic course in economic geography introduces the main concepts and models that apply to problems of rural land use,
trade and spatial economic interaction, industrial location, and regional development.
This is a Social Science course
GGR233Y1
Environmental Management for Sustainable Development 52L, 10T
Addresses social and biophysical dimensions of problems in sustainable development and the need for environmental action.
Encourages integrated approaches to the social origins and implications of environmental change, and the importance of
scientific aspects of natural systems in discussions of sustainability.
Recommended preparation: GGR100Y1/101Y1/GGR107Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR240Y1
Historical Geography of the Americas 52L, 6T
An introduction to issues in the historical geography of the Americas emphasizing comparisons between North and South. The
course begins with the pre-Columbian Americas and the impact of European imperial expansion. It explores the emergence of
cultural realms and the development of regional economies and societies into the 20th century.
This is a Humanities course
GGR246H1
Geography of Canada 26L
An historical, topical, and regional introduction to the geography of Canada. Primary emphasis is on the resource base,
regional differences and disparities, urbanization, industrialization, social and economic policy and population change.
This is a Social Science course
GGR249H1
Contemporary Latin America 26L
Conflict between the conservatism of long-established patterns of settlement and land use and the drive for economic
development. Agricultural reform; colonization of the interior, emergence of industrial regions; growth of large cities. Case
studies of the problems of regional development. Latin America in world trade. Trade relations with Canada. (Offered in
alternate years)
This is a Social Science course
GGR252H1
Marketing Geography 26L, 2T
The problem of retail location. The spatial structure of consumer demand and retail facilities. Shopping centres and retail
chains. Techniques for site selection and trade area evaluation, location strategies, retail planning.
Recommended preparation: GGR124Y1/GGR220Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR254H1
Geography USA 26L
After a brief historical overview, focuses on contemporary issues in American society: economy, politics, race, regional
distinctions and disparities, urban development and the U.S. as world power.
This is a Social Science course
GGR256H1
Recreation and Tourism 26L
Introduction to spatial organization and environmental impact of recreation. Prediction of demand, problems of over-use,
ecological risks, conflicts of interests, planning perspectives, Canada's tourist trade.
Prerequisite: GGR101Y1/GGR107Y1/GGR124Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR270H1
Introductory Analytical Methods 39L, 13T
Theory and practical application of elementary quantitative techniques in geography emphasizing descriptive,
inferential and spatial statistical analysis, probability, and sampling.
Exclusion: ECO220Y1/ECO227Y1/GGR270Y1/PSY201H1/SOC300Y1/STA220H1/STA250H1/STA248H1/STA261H1
Pre- or co-requisite: Two courses in Geography
This is a Social Science course
GGR271H1
Social Research Methods 26L
(formerly GGR327H1)
Practical course on field methods designed to enable students to carry out their own research projects. Behavioural
observation, interviewing, questionnaire design, sampling theory, content analysis of written and graphic material, data coding
and focus groups.
Prerequisite : GGR270H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR272H1
Geographic Information and Mapping I 26L, 24P
Introduction to the theory and use of geographic information systems (GIS) for acquiring, processing, analysing, and mapping
environmental and socio-economic data. Map projections, raster and vector data structures, overlay analysis, output design.
This is a Social Science course
GGR273H1
Geographic Information and Mapping II 26L, 24P
Intermediate topics on the theory and application of geographic information systems (GIS). Topics include data acquisition,
geocoding, spatial analysis, and interpolation, terrain modelling and landscape analysis. Brief introduction to remote sensing.
Prerequisite: GGR272H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR299Y1
Research Opportunity Program
Credit course for supervised participation in faculty research project. See page 43 for details.
GGR300H1
Special Topics in Geography I 26L
Content in any given year depends on instructor. The program in which the course can be used depends on its content.
Consult Department Office in April.
Exclusion: Permission of the instructor must be obtained
This is a Social Science course.
GGR301H1
Fluvial Geomorphology 26L, 4P
Elements of drainage basin morphology and hydrology, classification of rivers, stream patterns, and hydraulic
geometry. Elements of open channel flow and sediment transport. River channel adjustments to hydrologic change
and human impacts on river development. Paleohydrology and paleohydraulics. Exercises include experimentation in
a laboratory flume.
Exclusion: GGR401H1
Prerequisite : GGR100Y1/JFG150Y1/JGG150Y1 or GGR201H1, GGR270H1 (or equivalent)
This is a Science course
GGR302H1
Quaternary Paleoclimatic Reconstruction 26L,
4P
Principles underlying use of ice cores, marine sediments, lake sediments, tree rings, coral reefs, and pollen to reconstruct past
climates. Exercises involve downloading, plotting, and analysing proxy climatic data that are available over the Internet.
(Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite : GGR201H1/GGR203H1
This is a Science course
GGR303H1
Climate-Biosphere Interactions 26L
Discussion of the exchange of energy and matter (carbon, water) between the Earth's biosphere (terrestrial vegetation) and
atmosphere, with a focus on processes underlying key feedbacks on regional climate. Examples will be taken from research
on contemporary as well as paleoclimate systems. Case studies to include how human disturbances like land-use change or
future climate change may alter these processes.
Prerequisite : Equivalent of one full-year science course at the 200-level, or permission from the instructor.
This is a Science course.
GGR305H1
Biogeography 26L
Introduction to the spatial and temporal patterns of plant and animal distribution. The first half focuses on contemporary
environmental and biological controls. The second half examines past patterns and their causes.
Prerequisite : Group A course
This is a Science course
GGR307H1
Soil and Water: Landscape Processes 26L, 4P
An introduction to physical and chemical processes operating at micro- to landscape scale and their effects on soil and water
quality. Discussion of anthropogenic impacts and management and conservation issues. Local and international case studies.
Recommended preparation: GGR205H1, GGR206H1
This is a Science course
GGR310H1
Cultural Biogeography 26L
The changing relationship between people and the biosphere from the emergence of hominids to the present. Environmental
constraints on human evolution, hunter-gatherer societies and their environmental impacts, evolution of agriculture and
consequences of increasing population and technology, including deliberate and inadvertent introductions of plants and
animals and forest fragmentation. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite : ANT200Y1/BOT430H1/GGR305H1
This is a Science course
GGR312H1
Physical Basis of Climate 30L, 4T
The large scale processes determining regional and global climate, including biogeochemical cycles, radiation, maintenance of
general circulation, and sea, ice and snow processes.
Prerequisite : GGR203H1, MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1
This is a Science course
GGR314H1
Global Warming 26L
A comprehensive examination of the greenhouse warming problem, beginning with economic, carbon cycle, and climate model
projections; impacts on and adaptive responses of agriculture, forests, fisheries, and water resources; abatement options;
technical and institutional issues.
This is a Social Science course
JUG320H1
The Canadian Wilderness 26L
The idea of wilderness permeates narratives of Canadian national identity, while policy-makers seek to manage and contain
natural areas. This course compares and contrasts historical and contemporary wilderness narratives in literature, painting and
film with policies in areas such as conservation, urban planning, land claims and tourism.
This is a Social Science course
JAG321H1
Aboriginal People and Environmental Issues in Canada 26L
This course explores Aboriginal views of environment and resource management from pre-European contact times through to
the present from an Aboriginal perspective. Emphasis will be placed on the emerging role of Aboriginal people in environmental
and resource management in Canada. Topics to be covered include: history of Aboriginal/non-Aboriginal relations, Aboriginal
world view and philosophy, Aboriginal environmental ethics and principles and current environmental issues confronting
Aboriginal people.
Prerequisite: Two credits in Geography or Aboriginal Studies
GGR323H1
Issues in Population Geography 26L
Explores issues in geographies of population at a variety of scales from global to local. Issues include demographic patterns
and population change, fertility, families and cohorts, mortality, and migration and immigration. Will draw mainly on the
Canadian and U.S. experience, but examples will also be drawn from other regions of the world.
Recommended preparation: GGR270H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR324H1
Transportation Geography and Planning 26L
An introductory overview of major issues in interurban and intraurban transportation at both local and national scales. Topics
include causes of spatial interaction, graph theory and network analysis, gravity and entropy-maximizing models, urban
transportation and land use, congestion, public transit and transport policy.
Prerequisite: GGR124Y1/GGR220Y1
Recommended preparation: GGR270H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR326H1
Industrial Location: Theory, Applications, and Policy 26L
Examination of industrial location models, industrial behaviour, and the innovation process. Canadian trade and technological
policy and the locational and policy implications of foreign-owned industry are discussed.
Prerequisite: GGR220Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR327H1
Geography and Gender 26L
An introduction to the work of feminist geographers. The course will explore the relationship between gender and space,
emphasizing spatial cognition, architecture, and layout of the city.
Prerequisite: Two courses in Geography
GGR328H1
Labour Geographies 26L
This course explores changes in the nature of work and the structure and geography of labour markets. Topics will include
globalization, lean production, flexibility and risk, industrial relations, workfare, the body at work, and gender and work.
Prerequisite: Two courses in Geography
GGR330H1
Atmosphere and Human Health 26L
Human activities are altering the Earth's climate and changing the chemistry of the Earth's atmosphere. Globally, climate
change and stratospheric ozone depletion, and regionally, acid precipitation, air toxics, particulate matter, and smog are
receiving much attention. This course discusses these air quality issues, the human health impacts of these problems, and
possible solutions
Recommended preparation: GGR100Y1 or equivalent
GGR331H1
Resource and Environmental Theory 26L
Introduction to and critical evaluation of major social theoretical paradigms applied to environmental and natural resource
politics and regulation. Topics include: neo-classical approaches, eco-Marxism, political ecology, social constructivism,
production of nature, ecological modernization, tragedy of the commons, staples theory, science and administrative
rationalism.
Prerequisite: GGR100Y1/GGR107Y1/GGR233Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR332H1
Urban Waste Management 26L
This course examines 1) factors affecting the spatial distribution of wastes; and 2) models and policy implications inherent in all
aspects of waste management, from waste generation through recycling and waste disposal. Contrasting waste management
practices in the developed and the developing world is a central theme.
Prerequisite: GGR233Y1 or a 200-level environmental course
This is a Social Science course
GGR333H1
Energy Supply and Use 26L
Examines the technical and economic potential of advanced fossil-fuel-supply technologies, renewable energy (solar, wind,
biomass, geothermal, ocean, hydro), and the potential for more efficient end use of energy in the residential, commercial,
industrial, and transportation sectors. Also discusses: innovative energy systems, global scenarios, policy implications. (Offered
in alternate years)
This is a Science course
GGR334H1
Water Resource Management 26L
Managing demand and supply; linkages between water quality and human health. Case studies from the industrial world and
from developing countries, rural and urban. Implications of population growth and climate change for water resource
management.
Recommended preparation: GGR100Y1/101Y1/GGR107Y1, GGR233Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR335H1
Business and Environmental Change 26L
Steadily increasing pressure on biospheric resources (eg. water) and sinks (eg. the atmosphere) requires business to adapt
and innovate, while simultaneously responding to globalization and the information revolution. Examples include the financial
services sector, as well as energy, transportation, tourism and resource-based industries.
Recommended preparation: GGR233Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR336H1
Urban Historical Geography of North America 26L
Processes of urbanization; development of urban systems; changing internal patterns: central area, residential districts,
housing, transportation, reform and planning movements. Emphasis on the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century.
Recommended preparation: GGR124Y1/SOC205Y1
This is a Humanities course
GGR337H1
Environmental Remote Sensing 26L, 26P
Principles of optical, active and passive microwave remote sensing; satellite orbit and sensor characteristics; image processing
and analysis techniques and software; and environmental remote sensing principles.
Prerequisite: GGR272H1/JGF150Y1/JGG150Y1
This is a Science course
GGR338H1
Environmental Problems in Developing Countries 26L
Describes and analyses a broad range of the key environmental issues currently facing developing countries from geographical
perspectives. Emphasis is on air pollution, water contamination and treatment, residential and industrial solid waste collection
and management, with multimedia and written examples drawn from throughout the developing world.
Prerequisite: 200-level environmental course
This is a Social Science course
GGR339H1
Urban Geography, Planning and Political Processes 26L
The interdependence of political processes and institutions, public policy and urban geography. The political economy of
federalism, urban growth, planning and public services as they shape the urban landscape. The spaces of the city as the
negotiated outcomes of variously empowered people and the meanings they ascribe to localities and places. Approaches
informed by post-colonial, post-modern, and feminist perspectives. Canadian, U.S. and European comparisons.
Prerequisite: GGR124Y1, GGR246H1/GGR254H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR340H1
Regionalism in Canada 26L
Deals with the emergence of present day conflicting regionalisms in Canada through a study of the evolution of the provinces
and of their urban systems from the 1850's to the 2000's. The geographic impact of successive central government policies:
British mercantilism, Confederation's National Policy, Equalization Policies of the welfare state, the National Energy Policy and
NAFTA.
Recommended preparation: Two courses in Geography
This is a Social Science course
GGR341H1
Arctic Canada 26L
An introduction to Canada's arctic and subarctic regions 'north of 60', an examination of physical processes that have shaped
the region, as well as environmental, social, economic and political themes covering topics such as exploration and settlement,
aboriginal land claims, wildlife and resource management, economic development and other current issues.
Prerequisite: Two courses in Geography
This is a Social Science course
GGR342H1
The Changing Geography of Southeast Asia 26L
Examines changes in the social, political and economic geography of Southeast Asian countries. Examples drawn from
Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines as these emerging newly industrialized countries enter the 21st
century. Emphasis on political-economy, urbanization and environment since 1950.
Recommended preparation: Two courses in Geography
This is a Social Science course
GGR343H1
The Changing Geography of China 26L
The evolving physical, social, political and economic landscape of China. Focus on development strategies, industry,
agriculture, urbanization and the environment since 1949. Special attention paid to the character and impact of China's on-
going transition from a planned to market economy.
Recommended preparation: Two courses in Geography
This is a Social Science course
GGR344H1
Changing Geography of Russia and Ukraine 26L
Overview of the physical environment and historical geography; changes in population distribution during the Soviet period;
current demographic and ethnic problems; the rural economy; urbanization, industrial location, and regional development
issues.
Recommended preparation: Two courses in Geography
This is a Social Science course
JGI346H1
The Urban Planning Process 26L
An overview of how planning tools and practice shape the built form of cities. This course introduces twentieth century physical
planning within its historical, social, legal, and political contests. Community and urban design issues are addressed at local
and regional scales and in both central cities and suburbs. The focus is on Toronto and the Canadian experience, with
comparative examples form the other counties, primarily the United States.
Prerequisite: GGR124Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR350H1
Canada in a Global Context 26S
Canada in a global context. Examines the phenomenon of globalization as experienced in Canada. Reviews the debate
concerning global economic, political and cultural convergence, the historical role of trade, the role of national and foreign
capital in the economic and political restructuring of Canada, the impact on Canadian society and Canadian values as well as
on Canadian foreign policy.
Recommended preparation: GGR246H1 and/or GGR340H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR357H1
Geography of Housing and Housing Policy 26L
An introduction to housing in context: as a commodity, a political process and social necessity. The analysis of housing
markets in an urban and spatial context, emphasizing the allocation mechanism, residential location and tenure choice, the role
of the state, social housing and the relationships of housing changes to mobility, neighbourhood transition, and social equity.
Case studies of specific policy issues and alternative housing strategies.
Prerequisite: GGR124Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR361H1
Understanding the Urban Landscape 26L
Three related themes are discussed: the underlying social, cultural and economic forces that have given cities their form and
image; various aesthetic and political philosophies that have been put into practice in constructing the urban landscape; and
recent European and North American attempts to control the landscape of the contemporary metropolis by the application of
urban policy and planning.
Prerequisite: GGR124Y1
Recommended preparation: GGR239H1/EUR200Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR362H1
Cities of Difference 26L
The course examines the connections between urban space and social identity through four related themes: theories of
difference; the urban geography of ethnicity, gender, sexuality and other axes of difference; the relationship of identity to the
experience of place; and planning and the politics of difference.
Prerequisite: GGR124 and one of GGR 216, GGR 239, GGR 254, GGR 246, GGR 249 or GGR 240
This is a Social Science course
GGR363H1
Critical Geographies: An Introduction to Radical Ideas on
Space, Society and Culture 39L
This course introduces a diversity of critical perspectives in human geography, spanning anarchism, Marxism, feminism, sexual
politics, 'postcolonialism' and anti-racism. In so doing it illustrates how such a range of radical ideas about space, society and
culture have emerged and influenced our thought and action.
This is a Social Science and Humanities course
GGR364H1
Historical Geography of Ethnic Groups in Canada 26S
The creation and survival of ethnic communities in Canada with particular emphasis on rural settlements. Aspects of ethnic
territoriality, the stability of ethnic communities, and the adaptation of immigrants to the Canadian environment. Models of
ethnic assimilation within the different regions of Canada.
Recommended preparation: GGR240Y1/HIS262Y1/HIS263Y1
This is a Humanities course
GGR366H1
Historical Toronto 26L
Toronto's development compared to other large North American cities. Culture, social life, economy, politics, and planning
process.
Recommended preparation: GGR336H1
This is a Humanities course
GGR368H1
Geography of Language 26L
Topics in the distribution and spread of languages and dialects, including dialect atlases, innovation diffusion, measures of
dialect distance, and linguistic consequences of urbanization and mobility. Rudiments of phonetics and grammar are integrated
in the geolinguistic content.
Recommended preparation: Two courses in Geography
This is a Humanities or Social Science course
GGR371H1
Advanced Quantitative Methods in Geography 26L
This course is designed to give students exposure to advanced quantitative techniques including inferential applications of the
simple regression model, multiple regression analysis (MRA), data screening for MRA, model building issues in MRA,
qualitative independent variable models, discrete choice models, cluster analysis and forecasting methods.
Prerequisite: GGR270H1
This is a Science course
GGR373H1
Advanced Geographic Information Systems 26L,24P
Advanced theory, techniques, and applications in geographic information systems (GIS), including interpolation, geostatistics,
modeling, and raster and vector analysis. GIS project design and implementation.
Prerequisite: GGR270H1, GGR272H1
This is a Science course
GGR390H1
Field Methods TBA
Introduction to field methods in vegetation mapping/analysis, soils, hydrology and geomorphology. The course includes
exercises and a project during a one-week field camp early in September, a little preparation during the preceding summer,
and complementary practical work and/or seminars during the Fall Term. Each student is required to pay the costs of their
transportation and accommodation. Students must register with the Department by April 2003.
Prerequisite: GGR100Y1
This is a Science course
GGR391H1
Research Design 26S
A seminar course in which each student prepares a research proposal incorporating relevant theory, published research,
sources of data, and methods of enquiry and analysis. A proposal prepared in this course may be used to plan research for
GGR491Y1.
Prerequisite: Three 200/300-series GGR courses including GGR270H1, and at least 0.5 at the 300- or 400-level
This is a Social Science course
GGR392H1
Research Methods in Historical Geography 26L
The design and execution of a small research project using the methods of historical geography. Components include: project
design, literature review, data-gathering from primary sources such as Canadian census manuscripts, data analysis and the
presentation of a short research paper.
Prerequisite: GGR101Y1/GGR107Y1/110Y1/GGR240Y1/HIS262Y1/HIS263Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR393H1
Environmental Impact Assessment 26L, 6P
Environmental impact assessment as a mechanism for avoiding or mediating the costs of development. Emphasis on the
historical and institutional development of EIA in Canada, and EIA in the context of environmental regulation under advanced
capitalism. Includes case studies of EIA statements and processes at various levels of government.
Prerequisite: GGR100Y1/GGR107Y1/GGR233Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR398H0/399Y0
Independent Experiential Study Project
An instructor-supervised group project in an off-campus setting. See page 43 for details.
GGR400H1
Special Topics in Geography II 26S
Content in any given year depends on instructor. The program in which this course can be used depends on its context.
Consult Departmental Office in April.
Exclusion: Permission of the instructor must be obtained
GGR403H1
Global Ecology and Biogeochemical Cycles 26L
Seminar course on biogeochemical cycling of carbon, water, nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, and iron between the Earth's
atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere. Focus will be placed on the global carbon cycle, including how other biogeochemical
cycles feedback on carbon-based processes and mechanisms. Examples and case studies will be taken from research on
contemporary as well as paleoclimate systems.
Prerequisite: Equivalent of two full-year courses at the 300 or 400 level, or permission from the instructor.
This is a Science course
GGR404H1
Seminar in Physical Geography 26S
Content in any given year depends on instructor. Consult Departmental Office in April.
Prerequisite: Open to students who have completed 15 credits and who are enrolled in the specialist or major program in
physical geography
This is a Science course
GGR409H1
Contaminants in the Environment 26L, 13T
The environmental behaviour and toxicology of inorganic and organic chemical contaminants is discussed in order to
understand the scientific basis of pollution concerns. Theory is illustrated with qualitative and quantitative examples and case
studies. Facility is gained with simple mathematical models. Application of scientific theory and observations to policy
development and the interface between science and policy are discussed throughout.
Prerequisite: CHM137Y1/(CHM138H1, CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1/GGR205H1
This is a Science course
GGR413H1
Watershed Hydroecology and Remote Sensing 26L
Modern developments in geomorphology, including form and process models, interactions of hydrology, ecology and
geomorphology; the course emphasizes use of computer simulation models of drainage basin processes.
Prerequisite: GGR201H1, GGR206H1, GGR270H1
This is a Science course
GGR415H1
Resource and Environmental Planning 26L
The policy and institutional aspects of resource and environmental planning in Canada. Overview of the evolution of resource
and environmental management and the examination of selected planning techniques; community involvement in planning; the
ecosystem approach to planning; emphasis on environmental planning in the urban context.
Prerequisite: GGR233Y1 or a 200-level environmental course.
This is a Social Science course
GGR418H1
Political Economy of Natural Resources 26S
Examines political aspects of the appropriation of natural resources, including policy and regulation, environmental impacts,
and social justice. Emphasis is placed on reading contemporary literature on the politics of resource access and control from
geography and other social science disciplines.
Prerequisite: GGR233Y1
This is a Social Science course
GGR421H1
History of Geographical Thought 26S
Review of persistent questions before and after Darwin. The emergence of an academic discipline. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: Two courses in Geography
This is a Humanities course
GGR431H1
Regional Dynamics 26L
Theory and analysis of regional economic change with emphasis on North America and Western Europe. Export-base,
neoclassical, increasing returns, and political-economic explanations of regional growth and decline, globalization, knowledge-
based economy and the role of regions. Geography of technological change, labour-markets and labour relations. Objectives
and approaches for local and regional development policy, including talent-based strategies for enhancing local creativity.
Prerequisite: GGR220Y1, GGR270H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR435H1
Technology, Toronto, and Global Warming 26L
Toronto as a case study of methods to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases, their costs and benefits, and of the practical
problems involved. Seminar format with presentations by students in class and in high schools. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: GGR314H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR439H1
Global Political Geography 26S
Introduction to geopolitical theories. Emphasis on the development of the nation state, theories of land claims and the territorial
manifestations of nationalism. Will examine recent theoretical as well as empirical challenges to many of the conventional
geopolitical assumptions about scale, space, and power in global politics. Please note that this course is open to students who
have taken GGR 239H1 (formerly Global Political Geography).
Prerequisite: Two courses in Geography or permission of instructor.
Recommended preparation: This course should not be attempted until you have completed two years of full-time study or the
equivalent number of credits part-time.
This is a Social Science course
GGR446H1
Approaches to Historical Geography 26S
Origins and development. Contributions of major practitioners in Canada, USA, UK and France. Landscape appreciation,
political and applied uses of historical geography, other current trends. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: A course in Historical Geography
This is a Humanities course
GGR450H1
Medical Geography 26L
This course is an introduction to medical geography. It includes the following topics: concepts and techniques of medical
geography; human ecology of disease; regional patterns of diseases; biometeorological influences on health and disease;
health effects of environmental modification and contamination; disease diffusion; spatial distribution of health care resources;
and emerging and re-emerging infections.
Prerequisite: Group A, GGR270H1
Recommended preparation: BIO150Y1 or equivalent
This is a Social Science course
GGR451H1
Health and Place 26L
An exploration of the aspects of health in which place or location matters. Particular attention will be paid to the role of
environments (physical, social, etc.) in explaining differences in health between places, the structuring of health-related
behaviour in place, and the development of health policy for places.
Prerequisite: GGR233Y1
Recommended preparation: GGR270H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR452H1
Space, Power, Geography: Understanding Spatiality 26S
The
changing nature of space and our thinking about it, centering on works of contemporary
geographers and spatial theorists
such as Lefebvre, Soja, Gregory, Harvey, Massey and challenges to this thinking. Explores changing concepts of spatiality that
inform geographic thought and help us understand the ways political, economic and social power is constituted and contested.
Prerequisite: GGR124Y1
Recommended preparation: GGR339H1/GGR361H1
This is a Social Science course
 JGI454H1
The Role of the Planner: Making a Difference 26L
This course will focus on the role of a planning practitioner in
contemporary society using a wealth of examples drawn from recent issues
and debates in Canadian cities and regions. The course will walk students
through the demands made of planners in terms of both technical
expertise as well as political necessity and ask them to think actively
about how to prepare for the extraordinary growth of cities during the
next century. Examples of issues that will be discussed in some detail
include the myths surrounding the city vs. the suburbs, the creativity
and passion involved in planning work and the new City of Toronto Act.
Prerequisite: 15 credits
Recommended preparation: 5.0 GGR credits
This is a Social Science course
GGR459H1
Urban Form, Structure and Growth 26L
Alternative perspectives on urban form and growth: the processes, logics and tensions underlying metropolitan development;
production and consumption spheres; changes in the demographic, political, ethno-cultural and social fabric of cities; global
economic restructuring and shifts in urban labour markets; land development and suburbanization; inner city revitalization and
suburban decline; conflicts over public goods and services; policy issues and equity questions; quality of life and future urban
forms.
Prerequisite: GGR124Y1, GGR270H1
This is a Social Science course
GGR462H1
Geographic Information Systems 26L
Advanced level of GIS; project-based use of GIS for spatially referenced socio-economic, environmental, and planning data
analysis; enhanced ability in using GIS for solving practical problems.
Prerequisite: GGR272H1, GGR373H1, and two other GGR courses
This is a Science course
JFG470H1
Forest Management 26L
Application of operational research and information technology to develop decision support systems for forest land
management planning. Basic principles of mathematical programming, simulation and decision analysis, and their application
to planning for forest conservation and sustainable development, policy analysis and other land management planning
problems.
Prerequisite: One course in quantitative methods or linear algebra
Recommended preparation: GGR270H1/ECO220Y1/ECO227Y1/MAT133Y1/MAT223H1
This is a Science course
GGR473H1
Cartographic Design 13L, 26P
The design and production of maps using GIS cartographic and graphics software packages. Map perception and map use,
principles and elements of cartographic design, data acquisition and manipulation, production and reproduction of maps and
atlases. Practical exercises culminate in a major project in thematic map design.
Prerequisite: GGR272H1, GGR273H1
This is a Social Science course
JFG475H1
Emergency Response Systems Planning 26L
Use of operational research and information technology to develop mathematical models and decision support systems to
design and evaluate the performance of emergency response systems. Forest fire management systems are used to illustrate
the basic principles of emergency response system planning that can also be applied to urban fire, police, and ambulance
services.
Prerequisite: One course quantitative methods or calculus
Recommended preparation: GGR270H1/ECO220Y1/ECO227Y1/ MAT133Y1/MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1
This is a Science course
GGR480Y1
Advanced Field Research-Human Geography 26L
Context in any given year depends on instructor and location. Offered in summer session. Consult departmental office in April.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
This is a Social Science course
GGR490H1
Advanced Field Research-Physical Geography TBA
A two-week course emphasizing the use of advanced field methods for analyzing the pattern of variations in vegetation, soils,
surface hydrology and geomorphology in montane and alpine environments. Course is offered in August at the University of
Calgary's field station, Kananaskis, Alberta. Students are responsible for the cost of board, lodging and transport to and from
the field. Students must register with the Department in March. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: Two Physical/Environmental courses or permission of instructors
Recommended preparation: GGR390H1
This is a Science course
GGR491Y1
Research Project
A course specially designed for students wishing to gain experience in conducting research in their area of specialization. Of
particular value for geographers interested in graduate study, or positions in government, planning and consulting firms where
research skills may be an asset. Students select a research problem and complete a project under the supervision of a
member of staff. Early discussion with the course coordinator, Undergraduate Coordinator and likely supervisor is encouraged;
enrolment may be completed at any time up to September. Open to students meeting the following exclusions and enrolled in
a Specialist or Major Program sponsored by the Department of Geography.
Prerequisite: GGR391H1/GGR392H1, 15 course credits
GGR492H1
Senior Practicum
Students design and implement an independent applied geography/planning project in consultation with an NGO or
government organization, who will act as their "client." Enrolment requires written permission from a staff supervisor and
Undergraduate Coordinator. Only open to students who are enrolled in a Specialist or Major program sponsored by the
Department of Geography.
Prerequisite: GGR391H1/GGR392H1, 15 course credits
GGR498H1
Independent Research I
An independent research extension to one of the courses already completed in Physical Geography. Enrolment requires
written permission from a staff supervisor and Undergraduate Coordinator. Only open to students who have completed 15
course credits and who are enrolled in a Specialist or Major program sponsored by the Department of Geography.
Exclusion: GGR491Y1
This is a Science course
GGR499H1
Independent Research II
An independent research extension to one of the courses already completed in a social science or humanities branch of
Geography. Enrolment requires written permission from a staff supervisor and Undergraduate Coordinator. Only open to
students who have completed 15 course credits and who are enrolled in a Specialist or Major program sponsored by the
Department of Geography.
Exclusion: GGR491Y1
This is a Social Science or Humanities course
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