ENGR 2210 - UNDST BRAZIL-PREP RES & STUDY
Minimum Credits: 2
Maximum Credits: 2
This seminar is specifically designed for students who will be doing research and/or studying in Brazil. It introduces the economic, political, social, and cultural aspects of Latin America in general and brazil in particular. The seminar is organized and conducted by the center for Latin American studies, and features guest lectures from on brazil, readings from current popular literature and news sources (available from the Eduardo Lozano Latin American collection, a library resource of over 340,000 volumes spanning 30 years), and contemporary films (such as decade of destruction: killing for land and Brazilian populations: stories and myths). The first half of the course will introduce students to day-to-day life in brazil, as well as its current socio-economic situation, the influence of politics and ethnic relations, and the many aspects of Brazilian culture. The second half will focus on disciplinary perspectives that allow students to explore regional issues from a variety of viewpoints. The final seminars in the semester will be used for the presentation of individual student reports on a topic related to Brazilian life, such as the governmental structure, university system, or integration of technology with indigenous lifestyles and traditions. This course is required for all Igert fellows.
Academic Career: GRAD
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Grad Letter Grade
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PROG: Swanson School of Engineering
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