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Provides first-year students with opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary courses designed to help explore what is means to be an engineer and develop skills required in the engineering workplace, be it team dynamics, leadership skills, intercultural competency, or communication techniques. Students will explore topic areas offered as separate sections under the course heading. Each section uses a hands-on, interactive, discussion/team-based approach. The courses use active learning exercises in addition to reflections, readings, and project work. Course Information: May be repeated in the same or separate terms for a maximum of 4 hours.

Students will learn about environmental sustainability! You'll also prepare for studying abroad through an introduction to Costa Rica's history, culture, people, and environment. Over winter break ravel to Costa Rica for 10 days of integrative experiential learning! You'll live with a host family, work on restoration projects, tour the beautiful country, and more!