Geography
10 courses · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
GEOG A100 World Regional Geography
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GEOG 125
An introduction to the regions and nations of the world. The major countries, including their population, resources, general development, and physical setting will be investigated. Enrollment Limitation: GEOG A100H; students who complete GEOG A100 may not enroll in or receive credit for GEOG A100H.
GEOG A100H World Regional Geography Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GEOG 125
An introduction to the regions and nations of the world. The major countries, including their population, resources, general development, and physical setting will be investigated. Enrollment Limitation: GEOG A100; students who complete GEOG A100H may not enroll in or receive credit for GEOG A100.
GEOG A130 Introduction to Weather & Climate
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GEOG 130
Introduction to the earth’s atmosphere and processes. Topics include: atmospheric structure and composition, solar radiation, energy budget, temperature, seasonal changes, atmospheric moisture, clouds and fog, precipitation, circulation systems, air masses and fronts, weather forecasting, climate and climate change.
GEOG A150 California Geography
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GEOG 140
A survey of California's physical and cultural environment and patterns. Topics will include physiography, vegetation, climate, resources, population, migration, ethnic diversity, economics, urbanization and current issues related to geographic factors. Field trips may be required.
GEOG A180 Physical Geography
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GEOG 110
A study of the basic physical elements of geography and their integrated patterns of world distribution. Particular emphasis is given to climate, land forms, soils, and natural vegetation. Enrollment Limitation: GEOG A180H; students who complete GEOG A180 may not enroll in or receive credit for GEOG A180H.
GEOG A180H Physical Geography Honors
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GEOG 110
A study of the basic physical elements of geography and their integrated patterns of world distribution. Particular emphasis is given to climate, land forms, soils, and natural vegetation. Enrollment Limitation: GEOG A180; students who complete GEOG A180H may not enroll in or receive credit for GEOG A180.
GEOG A180L Physical Geography Lab
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- GEOG A180 or GEOG A180H or concurrent enrollment.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GEOG 111
This course is designed to provide supplemental exercises in topics covered in GEOG A180. Lab experience will include map analysis and interpretation, weather prognostication, landform processes and evolution, tectonics, biogeography, and habitat analysis.
GEOG A185 Cultural Geography
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GEOG 120
A study of the basic cultural elements of geography and their correlation with the physical elements. Particular emphasis is given to population distribution, land use patterns, and trade.
GEOG A190 Digital Mapping: Introduction to GIS
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- CIS A100.
- C-ID
- GEOG 155
This course introduces students to the unique concepts and practical uses of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology and ArcGIS software. Students will be taught how to retrieve and apply data in their chosen academic area of interest for selected GIS applications. The course implements advanced computer technology, aerial photography, topographic maps, satellite imagery, and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) data. Classroom activities provide students with applications from various fields including Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Biology, Anthropology, Public Health, Business, Marketing, Political Science, and Economics.
GEOG A198 Regional Field Studies in Geography
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- GEOG 160
Field studies of the geography of selected regions. Physical and cultural processes, characteristics and landscapes will be observed and analyzed. Specific content will vary by geographic region.