Participating in AguaClara for Course Credit
The research, invention, and design project courses specific to AguaClara are focused on developing technology that can be used to improve the drinking water quality of surface water sources in the Global South. The program is structured to allow students with different levels of expertise to collaborate, share knowledge, and create new knowledge. Because the need for clean water is urgent and the cost of implementing the technology is minimal, the development effort includes multiple tracks.
The project tasks evolve from semester to semester as we develop sustainable water treatment technologies. We also encourage students to participate in the program for multiple semesters so there is continuity of team members to aid in the transfer of knowledge from semester to semester. Following graduation, students also have the ability to become involved directly in implementation as an AguaClara Engineer
AguaClara Course Options
- CEE 2550 is normally the first AguaClara course taken and is open to students with at least Sophomore standing but who do not meet the prerequisites for 4550. CEE 2550 is also the course for students who are working on the Outreach team. You will not be expected to fill a leadership role and are not required to enroll in the technical theory class.
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The PIRIP program allows qualified non-degree undergraduate and graduate students from abroad to conduct research on campus for periods up to six months with their tuition covered by a Provost's Fellowship. An administrative fee is charged.
Other Relevant Courses
Latin American Studies Program
Department of City and Regional Planning
Department of Developmental Sociology
Department of Communications