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Physical Geography of Continents and Oceans

ОК18

Обов’язкова дисципліна для ОП

First

2025/2026

1 Semester

4

1. Apply models, methods, and data from physics, chemistry, biology, ecology, geoecology, mathematics, information technology, etc., when studying the natural processes of geosphere formation and development (PRN07) 2. Be able to conduct research on geospheres using quantitative analysis methods and analyze the composition and structure of geospheres at various spatiotemporal levels (PRN09) 3. Organize and synthesize materials from field and laboratory geoecological studies (PRN11) Надіслати відгук

Full-time form

1. Successful mastery of disciplines such as General Geology, Hydrology, Meteorology, Soil Science, Biogeography, etc. 2. Knowledge of the properties and developmental patterns of the geographic sphere; the structure and functioning of natural complexes; exogenous and endogenous processes; and the impact of human activity on the environment and the consequences thereof at global, regional, and local levels. 3. Ability to apply cartographic and observational methods; compare and contrast natural objects, processes, and phenomena; draw generalizations; systematically analyze the natural conditions of study areas; and assess changes resulting from human economic activity. 4. Proficiency in skills such as: compiling physical-geographic descriptions of study areas; reading thematic maps (geological, climatic, soil, etc.) and general geographic (physical) maps; locating and using geographic information (print and electronic) to solve assigned educational

The academic discipline "Physical Geography of Continents and Oceans" is dedicated to examining the natural conditions and studying the developmental patterns of specific parts of the geographic sphere—namely, the continents and oceans. It covers aspects such as physical-geographic location, coastal zone characteristics, geological history, tectonic and orographic structure, and climatic conditions. Additionally, the course analyzes inland waters (surface and groundwater), soil and vegetation cover, and fauna, while identifying and describing natural zoning units (physical-geographic zones and regions). The discipline is divided into two thematic sections that explore the origins and specific natural characteristics of oceans and continental formations. Key topics include the differentiation of the geographic sphere at sub-global and regional levels, as well as an analysis of the interactions and interrelationships among the natural components of continents and oceans that shape the unique features of Earth's natural environment. The course aims to develop specialized geographical competencies in students, specifically encompassing content-related (empirical and theoretical knowledge), operational (skills, abilities, learning and cognitive techniques, and the experience of applying them to solve theoretical and practical problems), and worldview-related (a geographical worldview, an emotional-value-based attitude toward the environment and human activity within it, and acquired creative activity) components.

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Seminar (presentation)

execution of creative analytical work, presentation, discourse, etc.

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