Course Description:

This course is an introduction to physical geography as a spatial study which investigates global themes on the interaction of human and physical environmental impacts incorporating the elements of the atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Topics include: Climate change; the ozone layer; ecosystem/deforestation; fire, water resources, and environmental hazards; weather events such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and El Niño; geological events such as earthquakes, volcanism, and landslides. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU;UC. C-ID: GEOG 110.

Meets General Ed Areas:

Cal-GETC Area 5A: Physical Science, CSU Area B1: Physical Science, IGETC Area 5A: Physical Science, VCCCD GE Area 5: Natural Sciences, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) A2: Physical Science

Course Corequisites:

NONE

Field trips

may be required.

Section Information as of 14-JUN-2026 09:06:41 PM

• CRN: 30454
• Instructor: Danza, James
• Section Corequisites: NONE
•  Participates in Low Textbook Cost Program ($40 or less)
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
• Course Materials: Oxnard College Bookstore

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