Study Abroad Opportunity for Civil Engineering Students
Spend Summer 2, 2008 in the Netherlands learning sustainable design of buildings and urban transportation systems. Earn 8 credits, including 1 technical elective. Most major expenses, including air fare and lodging, are covered by summer tuition; there may be a supplemental fee. Financial aid is applicable. Open to students in all majors.
Dates (tentative): June 30 to August 6, 2008
Faculty Leader: Prof.
Peter Furth
Course Description: Principles, practice, and policy for sustainable design of buildings and urban transportation systems, with American and European perspectives. Resource-efficient site planning, building systems, and construction. Current issues and practices, including LEED project certification and knowledge needed to become a LEED Accredited Professional. Transportation planning, facility design, and policies for promoting walking, bicycling, and transit use.
The course will be based in Delft, a university city between Rotterdam and Amsterdam. There will be numerous site visits showcasing European sustainable design practice.
Course Credits: CIV U566 Sustainable Design of Buildings and Urban Transportation Systems: American and European Perspectives (4 SH) and IAF U938 Dialogue of Civilizations: Globalization and Social Sciences (4 SH). CIV U556 counts as a Civil Engineering Technical Elective.
Application Process: Visit www.iaf.neu.edu/dialogue_of_civilizations. Download the Dialogue of Civilizations application, enrollment form, and waiver form. Turn in the completed forms to Cynthia Rapp in the International Affairs Office, 270 Holmes Hall. Students will be interviewed by the faculty leader as part of the application process. Inquiries to Prof. Furth are welcome.
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Application Deadline: December 10, 2007