Fall Quarter, 2015
Thursday afternoons, 12:45 – 2:45 p.m., Norris University Center
D. Falling Apart – America’s Neglected Infrastructure Faculty from various departments
This course examines America’s infrastructure: past, present and future. An overview of the state of our deteriorating roads, bridges and rail systems will be provided as well as an exploration of ways to address these issues through funding, new materials, smart and renewable cities, efficient architecture, and autonomous vehicles. Join us as we touch on these topics and concerns regarding the future of America’s infrastructure.
New schedule: Oct. 8 - David Corr - Infrastructure Failures: Forensic Engineering and Structural Health Monitoring Dec. 3 - Hani Mahmassani - Emerging Transportation Technologies
Note the location for Thursdays, October 29 and November 12
Class will take place at Block Auditorium in the Block Museum, just south of Norris Center. Entry to the Auditorium will be at 12:45 p.m. Class begins at 1 p.m.