Course Objectives

Description

Global development of technologies of structures, and architecture through the centuries is associated with societal culture, needs, progress and yes, war. The proposed seminar/course exposes Honors students to these interrelationships, and helps them to better understand societies. In this course, teams of Honors students will research the technology of construction and architecture of roman monuments and reflect on the culture that promoted their construction.

Using a problem based learning (PBL) approach; the seminar/course will enable students to research the history of Rome by examining and analyzing various technologies present in centuries-old structures such as the “Coliseum”, “Pantheon”, “Palazzo Barberini”, “Coat of Arms Bridge”. The seminar/course will culminate with a required visit to Rome and Pompeii and other sites explored in the class for the student to experience these interrelationships. In order to get the full credit for the course the students must be enrolled in the course and be prepared to travel to Rome.

Student travel will be partially subsidized by fund provided by UC International Program office (provided they have completed their FAFSA form

Cognitive

1. Developing knowledge and appreciation of technology

2. Understanding the strong inter-relationship between society and technology

3. Learning effective research methodology

Behavioral

1. Improving oral and written communication skills

2. Applying resources to solve problems

3. Developing skills to function in an interdisciplinary team

4. Understanding the importance of life-long learning

Affective

1. Appreciating the benefits of history in the decision-making process

2. Experiencing a different culture

3. Enjoying the benefits of the PBL approach to learning and problem solving

4. Recognizing the student’s need to know and support each other