University of Massachusetts AmherstCollege of EngineeringSummer Course 2008Engineering for Classroom TeachersCivil and Environmental Engineering in Our World CE-ENG 797CDescriptionThis course enables middle school science teachers to deepen their knowledge of science and engineering concepts and develop hands-on classroom activities with respect to the Massachusetts Science and Engineering/Technology curriculum frameworks. Hands-on activities include labs, field activities, utilizing Internet resources and software, and development and/or review of classroom resources. The areas of focus include: Engineering Design, the Infrastructure, Foundations, Structures, Bridges, Environmental (water quality), Traffic and Transportation Safety, Civil Construction Materials and Technologies and Civil Engineering Measurements. Date: July 21-25, 2008Availability: 25 spaces available for middle school science teachers; priority given to teachers in high needs school districts. Spaces fill up quickly, so please register early.Credits: 3 graduate credits available through UMass Continuing Education: CE-ENGIN 797C Optional: Course also available for 40 PDP's Take home materials: Substantial classroom materials for participants Register: There is no charge for registration if taking the course for PDP's. If taking the course for PDP's, email kstcyrde@educ.umass.edu to be added to the list. Registration for credit: $100.00 per credit and a $45.00 registration fee per student which totals $345.00. Full payment must be included for the registration to be processed. Please make checks payable to Continuing & Professional Education. Contact Nancy Elwell at 545-0704 or email nelwell@contined.umass.edu with any questions. You must register no later than Monday July 21, 2008 the first day of the course. View additional information about the course Email Karen St. Cyr, Project Assistant at kstcyrde@educ.umass.edu if you have any questions. The PDF files on this page require the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. |
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