China
Shanghi & Beijing, China
May 25 - June 21, 2012
Total Program Fee: $5,995
Academics and Courses Application, Cost and Important Details
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Program Location:
China is the largest developing country in the world. As China becomes a stronger global and economic force, it is vital that relations between the U.S. and China continue to grow. You will experience globalization in one of the world’s most dynamic economies. The TnCIS China 2012 program will engage students more deeply in their learning and will contribute to intellectual, professional, and personal growth in unique ways. The program will primarily take place at Lida Polytechnic Institute located in Shanghai, China. The 2012 experience will also include excursions to Beijing, Hangzhou, and Suzhou.
Program Description:
This program will provide the foundation to understanding the people, history, culture and government of a civilization more than 5,000 years old. Students will observe China’s attempts to balance economical and political development with ancient customs, rituals, and beliefs. Students will be partnered with Lida Polytechnic students to participate in various academic and cultural activities. All students will receive language training in Mandarin in the first week of the in-country experience. Students have the option of studying logistics, philosophy, sociology, or architectural materials and methods
Please note: Prospective students should be aware that study abroad programs require a great deal of walking. You should be prepared to walk at least a mile or two each day. You may also walk over uneven, possibly slippery or rocky terrain even in cities. Lida Polytechnic Institute is a smoke-free environment.
Excursions: In Beijing, students will visit the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Olympic Village. During their stay in Shanghai there will be local excursions to various parts of the city with overnight experiences to Hangzhou and Suzhou. Individual instructors will arrange local excursions related to their classes.
Classes: Classes will be held three hours per day during the week.
Accommodations: Students will be staying in student housing at Lida Polytechnic Institute. Three meals per day will be provided in the campus cafeteria on non excursion days. Anticipate 10-12 excursion days where you will pay for your lunch or dinner. Budget each of these meals at $10.00 US per meal.
All TnCIS programs are academic in nature and course work that takes advantage of the program location will be the central focus. TnCIS program courses are for credit only. In China, students will enroll in ONE of the following courses:
LOGISTICS: 21st Century Logistics and Manufacturing (No Prerequisites)
This course is designed as a study of modern manufacturing and logistics techniques and their effect on global business and trade. China port facilities, manufacturing, and supply chains will be studied and visited in this course. See course syllabus
PHILOSOPHY: Introduction to Philosophy (No Prerequisites)
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an introductory survey of various philosophy issues. We will study problems that have been pondered by some of the major thinkers in the history of Chinese philosophy and consider the disputes that surround such issues as sexism, the social structure and the environment within the framework of Taoism, Confucianism, Buddhism and other philosophical schools of thought. While we will emphasize some basic principles of philosophy, it is also assumed that aspects of the philosophy that we will study may contribute to a deeper self understanding. See course syllabus
SOCIOLOGY: Introduction to Sociology (No Prerequisites)
Introduction to Sociology introduces the student to the field of Sociology - its concepts, methods, theories and theorists. The sociological perspective is used in examining social interaction, social structures and social change. Special emphasis on Chinese society will be present in all areas. See course syllabus
ARCHITECTURE: Materials and Methods (Prerequisites-ARCH 1124 or ARCH 2644 or permission of program coordinator) Course Poster
This course familiarizes the student with physical properties, grades, and uses of
materials generally employed in residential and commercial construction. The city of
Shanghai and its surrounding areas will provide students a comparative review of American
and Chinese architecture and building techniques. Students will learn green building
concepts with visits to architectural and engineering schools, architects, material manufacturers,
green building organizations, completed and on-going residential and commercial building projects. See course syllabus
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