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Talbert, Diana E., Comp. – 1984
This document provides an overview of Peace Corps water and sanitation activities, five case studies (Thailand, Yemen, Paraguay, Sierra Leone, and Togo), programming guidelines, and training information. Each case study includes: (1) background information on the country's geography, population, and economics; (2) information on the country's…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Developing Nations, Guidelines, Postsecondary Education
Dean, Robert B., Ed. – 1985
Sanitary engineering (also known as public health engineering in the United States) covers all fields where engineering activities are more efficient than medical action for dealing with public health concerns. This book focuses on the training of individuals for these fields. Part I provides information on the general organization of training in…
Descriptors: Degree Requirements, Developing Nations, Engineering, Engineering Education
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Vitzthum, Edward F.; Gold, Roger E. – Environmental Professional, 1987
Describes the interdisciplinary activities of the extension unit known as the Office of Environmental Programs at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Focuses on the coordination and training involved in programs dealing with pest management and water quality. (TW)
Descriptors: Agriculture, College Science, Environmental Education, Higher Education
Chandra, Satish, Ed.; Mostertman, L. J., Ed. – 1983
Hydrology is the science dealing with the earth's waters, their occurrence, circulation, and distribution, their chemical and physical properties, and their reaction with the environment. As such, hydrology is an indispensible requirement for planning in the field of water resources. Objectives for, spectrum of, and topics for education in…
Descriptors: Civil Engineering, College Science, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development
Madrazo, Gerry M., Jr., Ed.; Hounshell, Paul B., Ed. – 1990
This monograph attempts to show the importance of bringing marine biology into science classrooms, discusses what makes the ocean so important and explains why oceanography should be included in the science curriculum regardless of where students live. Section I, "Getting Started," includes discussions on the following: (1) "Why…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Texas Water Development Board, Austin. – 1991
The resource persons and program descriptions in this directory came from answers supplied in a 1988 survey mailed to 135 entities having some relationship to or interest in promoting the distribution of water education materials suitable for use in Texas elementary or secondary schools. This directory includes an update on the programs submitted…
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Drama, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Emery, Doug; And Others – Clearing, 1991
Two programs are described in which students monitor water quality and pollution in local streams and rivers. Discussed is the integration of computers and telecommunications into the classroom. Suggested activities that might start students thinking about a classroom project are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Data Analysis, Elementary School Science, Environmental Education