Methods for sustaining natural hydrologic conditions and controlling flooding in land development. Characteristics of precipitation and watersheds. Peak discharge, hydrograph and flood routing prediction. Design of drainage structures, detention ponds, and innovative water management techniques.

The course will examine the theoretical, methodological and practical aspects of conducting research on indigenous issues. We will consider the range of theoretical approaches that scholars and community members rely on (currently and historically) when framing research - both within academically-based knowledge production contexts and in local/global community spaces of social change through indigenous activist.

In this course, we will examine bodily representations, experiences, and expressions at the intersection of race, gender, and sexuality. We will examine how race, gender, and sexuality have historically gained meaning through representations of the body in a range of contexts, including biological and social sciences, laws, popular media, advertisements, and exhibitions (in museums). Yet, we will also consider how people have creatively "troubled" these constructions and boundaries.

Interest in forensics has exploded thanks to programs like CSI as well as Fox's Bones, A&E's Cold Case Files, and Court TV's Forensic Files. But TV shows do not accurately portray the way forensic science is used to solve crimes. In Hollywood portrayals science is most often a gimmick--a technological toy that the hero uses to find evidence the criminal surely hoped was undetectable. In this class, we will critique the methods used in various episodes of these shows and compare them to the actual science of forensics.

This course will analyze dragon myths as metaphors of socio-political power dynamics in their specific historical, ecological contexts. Dragon myths exist globally as creation myths, guardian myths and generally ways for people to understand the world around them including shifts in religious orientation, natural disasters, and military conflicts. Students will read a selection of myths each week, starting with the African continent and continuing around the globe.

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The public health community - individuals and organizations - have an important role to play in shaping how populations receive and gain access to accurate health information. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines health communication as "the and use of communication strategies to inform and influence individual and community decisions that enhance health." This class will provide an introduction to the issues and methods associated with effective communication of health related information.

The public health community - individuals and organizations - have an important role to play in shaping how populations receive and gain access to accurate health information. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines health communication as "the and use of communication strategies to inform and influence individual and community decisions that enhance health." This class will provide an introduction to the issues and methods associated with effective communication of health related information.

The public health community - individuals and organizations - have an important role to play in shaping how populations receive and gain access to accurate health information. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines health communication as "the and use of communication strategies to inform and influence individual and community decisions that enhance health." This class will provide an introduction to the issues and methods associated with effective communication of health related information.

This course is a 3 credit discovery-based research tutorial experience emphasizing animal models.