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TPM103Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Man, Location And Resources

This course introduces students to the relationships between man, location, and resources. It examines the scope of human geography, focusing on population issues, environmental resources, and human settlements. The course explores the distribution and utilization of resources, population dynamics, and the interplay between man, resources, and location. It compares developed and developing countries, covering topics such as population growth, urbanization, and energy consumption.

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50h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Human GeographyEnvironmental ResourcesPopulation GrowthHuman SettlementsDeveloped vs Developing Countries

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Human Geography

2

Population Dynamics

3

Environmental Resources

4

Human Settlements

5

Developed Countries

6

Developing Countries

7

Energy Consumption

Total Topics7 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Urban Planner

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Environmental Manager

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Geographer

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Demographer

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Sustainability Consultant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Urban PlanningEnvironmental ManagementResource ManagementGovernmentInternational Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Human Geography

2h

Unit 1: Scope of Geography and Human Geography

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to geography and its importance.
  • •Understand the classifications of geography.
  • •Reflect on the spatial phenomena and their relation to man.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to Human Geography

2h

Unit 2: Major Sub-Divisions of Human Geography: Economic, Population, Political, Urban, Cultural, Medical, Social Geography

2 study hours
  • •Study the sub-divisions of human geography: economic, population, political, urban, cultural, medical, social geography.
  • •Understand the focus of each division and their interconnections.
  • •Relate the concepts to real-world examples.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction to Human Geography

2h

Unit 3: Spatial Interactions: Location/Places and Perception of Environment

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the basis for spatial interaction.
  • •Define location and place.
  • •Analyze the attributes of locations that influence spatial interactions.
Week
4

Module 2: Population Growth, Distributional Patterns & Characteristics of Developed and Developing Countries

2h

Unit 1: Concept of Population; Population and Location; Population and Development

2 study hours
  • •Introduce the concept of population and related terms.
  • •Discuss the relationship between population and development.
  • •Describe population and locational attributes.
Week
5

Module 2: Population Growth, Distributional Patterns & Characteristics of Developed and Developing Countries

2h

Unit 2: Population Growth and Factors Affecting Population

2 study hours
  • •Discuss population growth and its determinants.
  • •Examine factors affecting population.
  • •Mention the effects of population growth.
Week
6

Module 2: Population Growth, Distributional Patterns & Characteristics of Developed and Developing Countries

2h

Unit 3: Characteristics of Developed Countries

2 study hours
  • •Define the term developed.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of developed countries.
  • •Compare these characteristics with your own country.
Week
7

Module 2: Population Growth, Distributional Patterns & Characteristics of Developed and Developing Countries

2h

Unit 4: Characteristics of Developing Countries

2 study hours
  • •Describe the term developing.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of developing countries.
  • •Reflect on the challenges faced by developing countries.
Week
8

Module 3: Introduction to Human Settlements

2h

Unit 1: Evolution and Types/Patterns of Human Settlements

2 study hours
  • •Define the term settlement.
  • •Mention and describe types of settlements.
  • •Discuss the differences between rural and urban settlements.
Week
9

Module 3: Introduction to Human Settlements

2h

Unit 2: Urbanisation and Settlement Environment

2 study hours
  • •Describe urban settlement.
  • •Explain the term urbanization.
  • •Discuss the relationship between urbanization and settlement development/environment.
Week
10

Module 3: Introduction to Human Settlements

2h

Unit 3: Functions and Challenges of Human Settlements

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the term settlement.
  • •Identify key services or resources facilities that determine the functions or roles of settlements.
  • •List the challenges of human settlements.
Week
11

Module 4: Environmental Resources

2h

Unit 1: Environmental Resources, Types and Distribution: Land, Water, Minerals

2 study hours
  • •Define the term Environmental resources.
  • •List types of Environmental resources.
  • •Discuss the importance of Environmental resources: Raw materials, labour supply, solar energy, hydroelectric power, food for man.
Week
12

Module 4: Environmental Resources

2h

Unit 2: Factors Affecting Resources Utilisation

2 study hours
  • •Discuss resources utilization.
  • •Discuss the importance of environmental resources.
  • •List and discuss with examples factors affecting resource utilization.
Week
13

Module 4: Environmental Resources

4h

Unit 4: Sources of Energy and Problems/Challenges

2 study hours
  • •List and Discuss the sources of energy.
  • •Mention and discuss the challenges of energy production and consumption.
  • •Discuss energy consumption and population growth.

Unit 3: Energy Production, Consumption and Development

2 study hours
  • •Discuss energy consumption and population growth
  • •List consequences of inadequate energy supply
  • •Discuss the relationship between energy and development

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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1

Review all unit objectives and ensure you can address each one.

2

Create concept maps linking key themes across modules.

3

Focus on the differences between developed and developing countries.

4

Practice applying geographical concepts to real-world scenarios.

5

Pay close attention to the factors affecting population and resource distribution.

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