ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY: LOCATIONAL BEHAVIOR

GEOG 302

Course Description

Classic location theory with modern extensions. Examination of theoretical statements and selected empirical examples. Principles of economic regionalization and network analysis with emphasis on spatial implications of the economic development process.

Prerequisties

Sophomore standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

3.92

5.42% from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

0.61% from Historical

A Rate

88.46%

21.63% from Historical

Class Size

10.3% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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