COURSE DESCRIPTION
Sustainable development has been in the spotlight in the last decade, however, few scholars agree on what this development should look like. In truth, sustainability is an ideal that is hard to achieve. It can take many different forms and depends heavily on location. In this course, we focus on Peruvian water and soil engineering and management, two very important aspects of sustainable development. We learn how pre-Inka and Inka civilizations managed their local resources and were able to generate empires that thrived in harsh environments. We develop important skills and take a critical-thinking and interactive approach to understanding the needs of local Peruvian communities and what sustainability should look like for them. Students will work on a hands-on project at the end of our period in Peru where they will develop an awareness for the needs of Peruvian people. They will develop cross-cultural skills as we immerse ourselves in Peru's rich language and culture.PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
As a part of this program, you will engage in the following activities:- Learn about the history and technology of the pre-Inka and Inka civilizations on historical sites
- Visit incredible ancient structures like Tipón, Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu
- Learn from Peruvian faculty members
- Participate in local community life and contribute to local sustainability
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