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Yakima Valley College Catalog 2021-2022 
    
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ECON 205: Economic Geography

5 Cr
Quarters: S
An introduction to the spatial patterns of economic activity on both a regional and global scale. Focuses on the growth and intensification of global ties, the distribution of resources and wealth, and the resulting inequalities and tensions. Topics include trade development; resource extraction; agriculture, manufacturing, and service sector economies; transportation; communication; and environmental impact.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101  and eligibility for MATH 085 .
Note: This course is cross-disciplined. Credit cannot be given for both GEOG 205 and ECON 205.
Distribution for DTA: Social Sciences