Engineering Program Details


Mali village

 

 

Mali, West Africa

Summer 2009

 

 

International Development in Africa!

Where: Mali, West Africa

When: May 10, 2009 - May 30, 2009

Course: ME/MatE 389x: Applied Methods in Sustainable Engineering and International Development (3 credits)

Description: Coursework develops technical solutions to satisfy basic human needs, including heating, cooking, lighting, and sanitation. Household and community energy systems are the primary interest. Emphasis on socio-economic and cultural influences for project success in a diverse and challenging environment. Intercultural dialogue and experiences developed to improve personal understanding and technical solutions. Decision making with global outlook for needs in developing countries.

Program cost: TBA (includes meals, lodging, and airfare), plus reduced tuition and spending money

Application deadline: December 19, 2008

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Presentation (power point, 5MB)

Mali Summer Program Web site

For more information, e-mail:
Professor Mark Bryden kmbryden@iastate.edu or Professor Richard LeSar lesar@iastate.edu


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