BMEN 4890 - Service Learning: Beyond Design

Institution:

Tulane University of Louisiana

Subject:

Biomedical Engineering

Description:

Dr. Rice. Pre-requisite: Approval of instructor. Co-requisite: BMEN 403 or 404. The required BMEN 403/404 design sequence is centered on the design and construction of a device or system to assist an individual with a disability or a group servicing such individuals. As an option, students may choose to supplement their interaction with their clients with a service learning component that follows Tulane’s guidelines for service learning courses and specifically requires: Completing at least 40 hours in a community setting during the semester; keeping a journal of weekly activities that will allow the student to describe and evaluate his/her experiences with the activity; and creating a product that can be evaluated as part of the course grade (e.g., a review paper on an issue relevant to the service activity, or some product of value to the site).

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tulane.edu

Phone Number:

(504) 865-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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