MODULE DETAIL : ACADEMIC YEAR 2007/2008, SPECIAL TERM, PART II
Correct as at (28-MAY-2008)

Module Code: GE1101E
Module Title: Place, Environment and Society
Modular Credits: 4
Exam Date: 01-AUG-2008,PM
Pre-Requisite: Nil
Preclusion: GEK1001/GEM1001K
Cross-listed: GEK1001
Module Description: This module provides an introduction to contemporary geography, explaining processes and problems of physical environments and human landscapes. Natural as well as human-induced changes are considered. Thus, the module provides a basic examination of natural processes which operate at or near Earth's surface covering the biosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and pedosphere. It also explores critical issues in space and society: flows of capital, culture and people as well as place identity. The module is designed as an introductory module for first year Geography students, as well as a general module for cross faculty students hoping to understand the foundations of the discipline.
Workload: 2-0-1-3-4
Lecture - Discussion/Tutorial - Laboratory - Assignments - Preparatory Work (hours/week) 
Remark: Nil


Lecture Time Table :
No. Group Time Venue
1 1 TUE 1000-1200 LT9 (EVERY WEEK)
2 1 FRI 1000-1200 LT9 (EVERY WEEK)


Discussion Group* Time Table :
No. Group Time Venue
1 DW1 WED 1000-1200 AS2/0203 (WEEK 2 & 3)
2 DW2 WED 1200-1400 AS2/0203 (WEEK 2 & 3)
3 DW3 THU 1000-1200 AS2/0203 (WEEK 2 & 3)
4 DW4 THU 1200-1400 AS2/0203 (WEEK 2 & 3)


Laboratory Time Table :
No. Group Time Venue
1 1 WED 1000-1200 AS2/0203 (WEEK 4 & 5)
2 2 WED 1200-1400 AS2/0203 (WEEK 4 & 5)

Due to unforeseen circumstances, changes may have to be made to the Lecture, Discussion Group*, Laboratory and Examination timetable. Students are advised to check the FASS Homepage (http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg) regularly for updates.
*Previously known as Tutorial