Geography Explains the World
Discover The World Through Geography Courses
Welcome to the dynamic world of geography at Austin Community College, where curiosity meets exploration. Our geography courses are designed to unravel the intracicies of the world around us, providing a comprehensive understanding of landscapes, cultures, and the interconnectedness of global phehnomena.
From delving into Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis to exploring environmental sustainability and human geography, our courses offer a diverse and engaging curriculum.
Student Projects
Careers in Geography
Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
- Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, equipment, or systems.
- Design or prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, using GIS hardware or software applications.
- Provide technical expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology to clients or users.
- Perform computer programming, data analysis, or software development for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications, including the maintenance of existing systems or research and development for future enhancements.
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities, using calculator or computer.
- Read and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements.
- Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Confer with supervisor to determine project details such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions.
- Analyze proposed site factors and design maps, graphs, tracings, and diagrams to illustrate findings.
Urban and Regional Planners
- Design, promote, or administer government plans or policies affecting land use, zoning, public utilities, community facilities, housing, or transportation.
- Advise planning officials on project feasibility, cost-effectiveness, regulatory conformance, or possible alternatives.
- Hold public meetings with government officials, social scientists, lawyers, developers, the public, or special interest groups to formulate, develop, or address issues regarding land use or community plans.
- Create, prepare, or requisition graphic or narrative reports on land use data, including land area maps overlaid with geographic variables, such as population density.
Department Mission
The goal of the Geography program at Austin Community College is to inform and educate students regarding the people, places, processes, and regions of the world through excellent teaching in the discipline of Geography. Students who graduate with an A.A. in Geography will be able to:
🌎 Analyze the spatial organization of people, places, and environments on Earth’s surface;
🌎 Explain how culture and experience influence people’s perceptions of places and regions;
🌎 Understand the physical processes that shape the patterns of Earth’s surface and the characteristics and spatial distribution of ecosystems on Earth’s surface.