89 courses in the 1979–80 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
Professor, Chairman of the Department L.H. Russwurm3, BA, MA(W.Ont.), PhD (Iilinois)
Associate Professor, Associate Chairman C. Bryant, BA, PhD (London)
Professor, President of the University B.C. Matthews", BSA (Toronto), AM (Missouri), PhD (Cornell)
Professor, Dean of Environmental Studies J. G. Nelson, BA (McMaster), MA (Colorado), PhD (Johns Hopkins)
Associate Professor, Associate Dean . (Environmental Studies Undergraduate Affairs) A.G.McLellan, BSc, PhD (Glasgow)
Associate Professor, Graduate Officer D. F. Walker’, BSc (London), MA, PhD (Toronto)
Associate Professor, Undergraduate Officer R.A. Bullock, BA, MA (Belfast), PhD (London)
Professors J.H. Bater, BA, MA(Br.Col.), PhD (London) J.C. Day, BA, MA (W.Ont.), PhD (Chicago) A. Diem, BA (Wayne State), MA (Clark), PhD (Michigan) D.K. Erb, BSc (W.Ont.), MA (Toronto), PhD (McGill) R. M. Irving, BA, MA (Toronto), PhD (Minnesota) C.K. Knapper', BA Hons, (Sheffield), PhD (Sask) R. R. Krueger’, BA, MA(W.Ont.), PhD (indiana) P.H.Nash?, BA, MA (California), CE (Grenoble), MCP, MPA, PhD (Harvard), AIP R.E. Preston, BA (Central Washington), MA (Washington), PhD (Clark)
Associate Professors
J. S. Gardner, BSc (Alberta), MSc, PhD (McGill)
(on Sabbatical Leave 1979-80) L. T. Guelke, BSc (Cape Town), MA (York), PhD (Toronto} B. Hyma‘, BS, MS (Madras), MA (Sheffield), PhD (Pittsburgh) A.B. Kesik, MA, PhD (UMCS-Lublin, Poland) G.R.McBoyle, BSc, PhD (Aberdeen) W. 8. Mitchell, BA, MA (Br.Col.), PhD (Liverpool) G. Wall, BA (Leeds), MA (Toronto), PhD (Hull)
Assistant Professors
T. E. Bunting, BA (York), MA (W.Ont.), PhD (Toronto) E. F. LeDrew, BA (Toronto), MA, PhD (Colorado)
E. R. Officer, BA (Br.Col.), MA (Wisconsin)
Lecturer D. Dudycha, BA (Wat. Luth.}, MA (Waterloo)
Adjunct Lecturers G. Brannon, CC D. |. McKenzie, BES, MA (Waterloo)
Faculty members halding cross and/or jaint appointments as shown
Geography and Earth Sciences 2Environmental Studies
3Geography and Planning
4Geography and Renison College 5Environmental Studies and Psychology
Course Descriptions
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An introduction to human geography through a survey of some of the concepts, methods, techniques and applications of geographic analysis to man’s cultural environment. The course is directed towards the man-land theme and the location analysis theme.
An ecosystem approach to physical geography which emphasizes that man's natural environment is an integrated system of which man is a part. Selected aspects of weather-climate, water, soils, biota, and landforms are studied and the flow of energy, water and matter and the resultant effects on the subsystems of the natural environment are emphasized.
A tutorial for first year geography majors designed to promote close contact with a faculty member. Students will follow a personalized programme. Times and meetings will be arranged individually.
No prereq.
Case studies from selected countries of Africa, Asia and Latin America illustrate new approaches to spatial inequalities in development at local, regional and national levels. Themes include resources and regional development, education and health, agriculture and rural development, natural hazards and environment.
Course Descriptions 311 Geography
An introduction to the Geography of Europe which examines agricultural, industrial and urban problems. Lectures, discussions and visual presentations based on field experience of instructors.
Further studies of energy and matter flows in the atmosphere and on the land with particular reference to the development of the natural regions of Canada. Specific topics include the radiation, energy and circulation regimes of the earth-atmosphere system. The dynamics and morphology of earth structures, stream systems and glacial landform systems.
Prereq: Geog 102
Urban Geography
An analysis of the jocational structure of economic activities. Basic concepts and tools are explained; these are used to analyse the location structure of primary, secondary and tertiary activities. Throughout, an attempt is made to evaluate the locational models under discussion by reference to case studies. The analysis is placed in the overall context of regional development. Prereq: A first-year human geography course
Regional Geography
The approach of the regional geographer is illustrated by reference to one or more world regions. Political, social and historical processes are studied as they affect man’s perceptions of his environment and the identification of culture regions.
Prereq: A first-year human geography course
Introduction to the geography of the Soviet Union, with a focus on selected problems in urbanization, industrialization, resource use and regional economic development in a planned economy.
The geography of modern Africa south of the Sahara in the context of changing attitudes to the continent on the part of the ‘‘developed”’ countries. Attention will focus on problems of the physical, social and economic environments. ’
Study in depth of selected areas of the world’s climatic regions, emphasizing characteristic problems as well as their physical, cultural and economic interrelationships. Utilization of natural resources, the effects of increasing population density, the occupance and utilization of urban and rural lands, and the effects of man’s tools, techniques and institutions on the earth’s surface.
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Recent trends in population growth as related to the food resources situation in different areas of the Third World. Discussion of obstacles and possibilities to decelerating population growth, and accelerating food production and rural development in selected geographic regions.
Population geography and its relationship to demography and human ecology. Analysis of the growth, diffusion, and distribution of human populations throughout the world.
An introduction to some basic concepts in urban studies emphasizing a systematic approach to processes and problems of urban development in North America, particularly in Canada.
Basic concepts involved in the analysis and use of existing types of cartographic products. Background theory of the production and reproduction of topographic and thematic maps, including historical development, collection of data and symbolization.
Basic techniques of handling air photos, viewing them stereoscopically (in 3D), identifying and describing features, making measurements and in general, their use in the broad field of geographic and environmental studies. introduction to specialized types of air photos, satellite imagery and remote sensing techniques.
Lab fee $15. Prereq: Geog 102, or Sci 100, and a first year human geography course.
This course emphasizes field work and field trips in exploring the evolution of S. Ontario landforms. The identification of landforms, landform assemblages and their relationship. The meaning and utility of this information in terms of the contemporary and future environment will be stressed. There will be a $15 charge per student for field trip expenses.
Prereq: Geog 201, or Earth 130 or consent of instructor
Advanced study of the elements and mechanics of climate and weather. Analysis of world climatic and weather patterns. Effects of climate on man’s activities and on the distribution of natural vegetation and soils. Weather forecasting. Applied climatology.
Prereq: Geog 201
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Social research and the planning process; interview and self administered surveys; questionnaire design; profile data; sampling; data processing; non-survey data collection techniques; practical applications. Cross-listed as Plan 307
Prereq: Second or third year Geography students and Env St 271; other Env St students with consent of instructor.
Manufacturing and transportation in the context of area economic development, both at regional and urban scales. This course aims at deepening conceptual insights as well as fostering an appreciation of their relevance to the understanding of particular areas. Empirical focus is on Canada and the United Kingdom. Prereq: Geog 202 or consent of instructor
The study of agriculture as a system, and an analysis of the geographical dimensions of agricultural systems. Issues include the diffusion of innovations, regional evolution of agricultural structure and vertical integration. Structural problems in agriculture are emphasized through a comparative study of programmes of government intervention in agriculture in Canada and Europe. Some field trips.
Prereq: Geog 202 or consent of instructor.
The theory and application of multivariate statistics, with particular emphasis upon use of the computer. Same as Plan 316.
Prereq: Env St 277 or consent of instructor
The theory and application of nonparametric statistics, with particular emphasis upon social science problems. Same as Plan 317.
Prereq: Env St 271 or consent of instructor
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Discussion, appraisal and application at the regional level of selected economic techniques - specifically, cost-benefit analysis, planning-programmingbudgeting systems and input-output analysis. This course is the same as Plan 319.
Prereq: Econ 101 or consent of instructor
Course Descriptions 313 Geography
Problems of American Society.
Focus on three critical problem areas of contemporary life in America: natural resources and environmental quality, regional economic disparities, management of large metropolitan systems. Student participation by means of collective project seminar work. Liberal use of audio visual materials to generate interest, to spark discussion and to serve as a substitute for the fieid experience.
Prereq: Any half course in human geography or consent of instructor
Geographical basis of Canada and Canadian issues. Selected problems relating to nationalism, regionalism, environmental quality, urbanization, regional disparities and resource development.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
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Emphasis on research methods and approaches to the study of geographic aspects of selected social and economic development problems. Regions of concentration will be mainly tropical Africa, South and South-East Asia, Caribbean and tropical Latin America. Among topics selected are population, agriculture and food, rural development, urbanization, resource development and regional planning.
Prereq: First or second year courses related to Third World studies or consent of instructor.
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A detailed investigation of selected issues in man's relations with the natural environment. Given as a seminar. Issues will be partially selected on the basis of the interests of participants.
Prereq: Geog 330 or consent of instructor
Detailed study of selected topics of population geography.
Prereq: 2nd year students or higher
The changing geographies of settlement and resource
use from the Discoveries to the early nineteenth century.
Prereq: A second year human geography course or consent of instructor
.-The changing geographies of settlement and resource use in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Prereq: A second year geography course or consent of instructor .
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An examination of theories, models, and research procedures appropriate to the study of internal urban structure. The course focuses on the analysis of city-wide processes. Topics include urban land use, spatial economic processes, transportation and interaction, urban systems, individual spatial behaviour, decision-making (public and private), urban growth, and the processes of development and redevelopment. Prereq: Geog 202 or 251 or consent of instructor
An examination of theories, models, and research procedures appropriate to the study of the external structure and function of urban centres and their role in the spatial economy. Focuses on the growth and support of urban centres and city systems, on relationships between aspects of urbanization and regional development, on the outward growth of cities, and on analytical techniques useful in studying such topics.
Prereq: Geog 202 or Geog 251 or consent of instructor.
Study of the processes underlying the natural, economic and cultural environments of the rural-urban fringe zone surrounding our cities. Particular emphasis will be placed on the use, ownership, development and management of land and the interrelationships between the resource base and urban demands on it.
Prereq: Geog 202
Reviews selected theories, methods, and terminology related to economic, behavioural, institutional, and decision-making aspects of resources and environmental problems. Lab fee $70.
Geog 357 is a companion course.
Prereq: Env St 271, Geog 275, Geog 260 or consent of instructor
Course Descriptions Geography
History of the conservation movement; ecological principles of conservation and resource management. Analysis, use and planning of recreational resources. The course is the same as Plan 357 and M Env 357. Lab fee $72.
Prereq: Env St 200
Benchmark theory and principles of comprehensive water planning and integrated river basin management. Selected international to local scale case studies. Lab fee $12.
Prereq: Geog 356 and 357 or consent of instructor
Basic equipment, materials and techniques involved in the practical construction of maps and other forms of cartographic illustrations, including conventional drafting and plotting procedures, symbolization of data, and map editing consideration for reproduction. Prereq: Geog 260
The principles of air photo interpretation via in depth analysis of elements of the air photo including rock types, landforms, drainage patterns, erosion characteristics, tonal variations, boundary characteristics, vegetation characteristics and patterns, and man-made features. Examples drawn from geology, geography and vegetation mapping. Lab fee $72. Prereq: Geog 275 and Geog 201 or Earth 130 or Sci 100
The roots and evolution of geographic thought: conceptual approaches and pathways. Past traditions, current issues, and future trends. The politics of sociology of geography as an art, science, and profession, Course material fee $9.
Prereq: Any three Geog credits or consent of instructor
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Participants are responsible for developing a research proposal under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Normally taken in the Winter term of the third year.
Prereq: Honours Geography students only
One week field camp session during which a specific area will be analysed from a geographic point of view. Students will be expected to undertake individual or group analysis of specific problems and must present the results in a written report.
Prereq: Third Year Hon Geog students
Estimated cost to student: Between $80-$100
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Advanced study of numerical map analysis and computer mapping techniques.
Prereq: Geog 260, or Env St 271
Advanced study of basic techniques of map production and the theory of cartographic communication and map design. Technical aspects include photo mechanics, scribing, process photography, typography, proofing and printing processes. Theoretical topics include the map as a communications system, advanced map design and principles of information selection and generalization.
Lab fee, $15.
Prereq: Geog 360
Basic geomorphological concepts and their application in a tropical environment. Special emphasis on morphology and processes as related to the geological foundation.
Prereq: One of Geog 302, Earth Sci 342, or consent of instructor
Course Descriptions 315 Geography
An analysis of the range of techniques used by geomorphologists. This course will involve intensive field surveying, mapping and laboratory work. There will be a $15 charge per student for field trip expenses. Prereq: Geog 300, Geog 302, Earth Sci 342 or consent of instructor
Special studies in economic aspects of climate; atmospheric pollution potential; perception of urban climate and air pollution; weather modification; the atmosphere as a natural resource system. Studies of natural hazards.
Prereq: Geog 301
This will be a field and lecture course including the radiation and energy balances of various surfaces, the principles of turbulent energy exchange, and the biotic response to the energy environment. These concepts will be illustrated through the collection and examination of field data.
Prereq: Geag 101, 207 and 301
The environmental implications of existing and potential recreational demands. Recreational travel, site capability, economic and ecological impact models will be considered as well as the behavioural aspects of amenity resources.
Prereq: Geog 356
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A companion course to Geog 311. Emphasis will be placed on decision-making, multinational corporations, technological change, and analyses of the locational patterns of specific industries.
Prereq: Geog 311
Studies of the behaviour of individuals, groups and organizations in interaction with their environment. Emphasis will be placed on environmental perception and decision-making.
Prereq: One of Geog 311, 356, or 357
Application of theory, methodology and techniques to research projects which focus upon natural resource management problems. Emphasizing social and economic considerations, research project will utilize individual and group approaches.
Prereq: Geog 356 and consent of instructor
Seminar on the geographical analysis of selected Canadian development problems. Emphasis on topics of continuing Canadian concern.
Prereq: Geog 322 or Plan 222
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Advanced study of selected aspects of the geography of the Soviet Union. A degree of flexibility in the course allows some emphasis on topics of particular interest to the students registered in it.
Prereq: Geog 204
Course Descriptions Geography
Examination of selected aspects of the geography ofa major region in Africa with particular reference to problems of development. The region will normally be East Africa; a degree of flexibility will facilitate the selection of topics related to the interests of participants.
Prereq: Geog 205
430A (.5 course credit)
430B (1.0 course credits)
430C (1.5 course credits)
A detailed analysis of aselected region with major emphasis upon a field examination of the region (2-3 weeks duration) in spring.
Prereq: Fourth year honours geography students or consent of instructor
A continuation of Geog 349 with an emphasis on specific types of urban sub-systems, e.g. commercial, industrial, residential, institutional and recreational. Consideration is given to applied problems such as commercial blight, residential change, urban quality dimensions and the changing role of the public sector. Special attention is placed on individual student projects.
Prereq: Geog 349 or consent of instructor
A continuation of Geog 350 with an emphasis on student projects.
Prereq: Geog 350
An analysis of the factors affecting soil development and classification. Techniques of soil survey and land classification.
Prereq: Env St 200 and Geog 315
The nature of rural land use problems, and a critical evaluation of the methods of rural land use planning. Emphasis placed on two types of geographical areas: metropolitan areas and problems of land use competition, and open space planning; and underdeveloped or depressed rural regions and problems of alternative employment opportunities. Methods of analysis and decision making.
Prereq: Geog 315 and/or Geog 352
Examination of the reasons for !and dereliction, its processes, and effects. Analysis of rehabilitation techniques, includes principles of landscape architecture and optimizing ecological! considerations and use of post operation areas.
Prereq: 4th year students or consent of instructor.
Students who have previously taken Geog 461 will examine an area or topic and prepare an objective and: acceptable proposal for improvements in the form of a report of existing methods of operation and post operation rehabilitation. Small charge for field trip expenses of $15 to $20.
Prereq: Geog 467
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Data gathering from air photos by interpretation and
measurement with emphasis on agricultural and urban |
geography. Recent advances in remote sensing (satellite photography, thermal infra-red and radar imagery, multiband imagery). Spectral analysis, image quality, image processing.
Prereq: Geog 375 or consent of instructor
A brief outline is to be filed with the Chairman or UG officer.
Prereq: Hon Geog students and consent of instructor
A brief outline is to be filed with the Chairman or UG officer.
Prereq: 3 full credits in Geog and consent of instructor
Course Descriptions 317 Geography
Organizational concepts in geography for instructional purposes. Conceptual frameworks for teaching environmental studies. Educational principles, theory and practice.
Prereq: In third year of Honours Geography, Man-Environment Studies, Architecture, or Urban and Regional Planning. Willingness to be a teaching assistant in Env St 195B in following fall term
Prereq: Geog 390
Note Geog 490A is prerequisite for 490B.
Department of Germanic and Slavic Languages and Literatures
Professor, Chairman of the Department J.W. Dyck, AB (Bethel), MA (Missouri), PhD (Michigan)
Associate Professor, Associate Chairman Graduate Studies J.Whiton, BA, MA, PhD (Minnesota)
Assistant Professor, Associate Chairman Undergraduate Studies R. Karpiak, BA, MA (Manitoba), PhD (Ottawa)
Professors E. Heier, BA, MA (Br. Col.), PhD (Michigan) - §.Hoefert, BA, MA, PhD (Toronto)
Associate Professors G. Brude-Firnau, Staatsexamen (Berlin), PhD (Yale) M. Kuxdorf, BA, MA (Waterloo), PhD (Alberta) H. W. Panthel, BA (Waterloo), MA (Cincinnati), PhD (Waterloo) M. Richter, Staatsexamen (Berlin and Bonn), MA, PhD (Toronto) . W. Shelest, MA (Ottawa), Dr. phil. (Miinchen UFU) A. Zweers, Doctorandus (Amsterdam), litt. Dr. (Groningen)
Assistant Professors
F. Jakobsh, BA, MA (Manitoba), PhD (Waterloo)
D. G. John, BA, MA, PhD (Toronto)
B. Kejna-Sharratt, MA (Warsaw), BA (London), MA(McMaster), PhD (Toronto)
T. Sommer, BA, MA (Waterloo)
Visiting Assistant Professor F. Futterknecht, Dr. phil. (Mannheim)
Lecturers
S. Dyck, BA (London), MPhil (Waterloo)
H. Marsden, BA (Randolph-Macon), MA (Waterloo) 1, Tschimmel, MA (McGill), Dr. phil. (Trier)
Course Descriptions ‘
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