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A Brief History of Stereographs and Stereoscopes
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Abstract: Examines the history of stereoscopes and stereographs, including their cultural impact and changes in technology. Provides context for resources in the Travelers in the Middle East Archive (TIMEA). Part 1 of a 4 part course called "History through the Stereoscope."
Allegheny Portage Railroad: Developing Transportation Technology
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Abstract: shows the innovative transportation system used in the 1820s-1840s to tow railroad cars up and down the steep slopes of the Allegheny Mountains.
Around the World in the 1890s: Photographs from the World's Transportation Commission, 1894-1896
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Abstract: makes available for viewing the nearly nine hundred images of modes of transportation taken by American photographer William Henry Jackson in North Africa, Asia, Australia, and Oceania. The site allows searches by subject and Keyword, and gives archival information about it.
Car wash sequence from 'Easy Living'
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Abstract: 'Easy Living' follows the movements and activities of individuals represented by miniature objects, most notably the kinds of dolls, locations, and accessories affiliated with model construction. This miniature suburban world traces a typical day in suburbia. Shown here is a short excerpt of a car as ... More »
City to City: Comparing, Researching and Writing about Cities, Spring 2006
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Abstract: This course introduces undergraduate planning students to the role of the planner in researching issues in cities both in the United States and abroad. This course is a practical, hands-on workshop that challenges students to research, write and present their ideas on two different cities: A U.S. City ... More »
Classifying Transportation Objects
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Abstract: In this lesson the students will sort, classify, and label transportation items by various attributes.
Comparative Land Use and Transportation Planning, Spring 2006
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Abstract: This course focuses on the land use-transportation “interaction space” in metropolitan settings. The course aims to develop an understanding of relevant theories and analytical techniques, through the exploration of various cases drawn from different parts of the world. The course begins with an overview ... More »
Database, Internet, and Systems Integration Technologies, Fall 2006
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Abstract: Survey of information technology covering database modeling, design, and implementation with an emphasis on relational databases and SQL. Internet technologies: http, html, XML, SOAP, security. Brief introduction to components and middleware. Introduction to design and implementation of multi-tier architectures, ... More »
Economics of Marine Transportation Industries, Fall 2006
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Abstract: This half-semester course studies the economics of the principal markets related to marine transportation, environment, and natural resources. Topics include structures of the markets and industries involved; competition; impacts of policies and regulations. The course analyzes the relationship among ... More »
Egypt through the Stereoscope: Stereography and Virtual Travel
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Abstract: Examines how stereographs were used as a means of virtual travel. Focuses on James Henry Breasted's "Egypt through the Stereoscope" (1905, 1908). Provides context for resources in the Travelers in the Middle East Archive (TIMEA). Part 3 of a 4 part course called "History through the Stereoscope."
Energy, Environment, and Society, Spring 2007
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Abstract: A seminar which addresses technical, economic, political, and environmental issues of chemistry and society. Seminar is intended to give trainees participating in individual research groups that address widely different aspects of chemistry some common ground for thinking about environmental issues, ... More »
Foshan China Workshop, Spring 2004
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Abstract: This practicum focuses on applying the principles of sustainability to improve the quality of life and activity along the Foshan downtown riverfront. The City has recently engaged in several planning efforts that, with the help of consultants and experts, will help to identify strategies to revitalize ... More »
Gaoming Studio - China, Spring 2005
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Abstract: The studio will focus on the district of Gaoming, located in the northwest of the Pearl River Delta (PRD) - the fastest growing and most productive region of China. The District has recently completed a planning effort in which several design institutes and a Hong Kong planning firm prepared ideas for ... More »
Garrett A. Morgan Technology and Transportation Futures Program
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Abstract: invites students of all ages to examine various modes of transportation, explore careers in transportation, and learn about famous people that have affected the transportation field, including the Wright Brothers, Henry Ford, and Robert Fulton.
Growth of Cities
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Abstract: Cities up and down the state of California grew rapidly during the Gold Rush era. Some of these cities were veritable boomtowns: San Francisco, a small village in 1847, was a bustling city by 1849, just two years later. San Francisco's population boom even had an impact on its geography. One image from ... More »
Introduction to Technology and Policy, Fall 2006
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Abstract: Frameworks and Models for Technology and Policy students explore perspectives in the policy process -- agenda setting, problem definition, framing the terms of debate, formulation and analysis of options, implementation and evaluation of policy outcomes using frameworks including economics and markets, ... More »
Introduction to Transportation Systems, Fall 2006
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Abstract: 1.201J/11.545J/ESD.210J is required for all first-year Master of Science in Transportation students. It would be of interest to, as well as accessible to, students in Urban Studies and Planning, Political Science, Technology and Policy, Management, and various engineering departments. It is a good subject ... More »
Jesse Jackson supports Nynex strike
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Abstract: Christy George reports that Jesse Jackson (African American political leader) came to Boston to support the strike by employees of New England Telephone. George's report includes footage of Jackson addressing the strikers at City Hall Plaza. George reports that management and employees cannot agree on ... More »
Logistical and Transportation Planning Methods, Fall 2004
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Abstract: Quantitative techniques of operations research with emphasis on applications in transportation systems analysis (urban, air, ocean, highway, and pickup and delivery systems) and in the planning and design of logistically oriented urban service systems (e.g., fire and police departments, emergency medical ... More »
Logistical and Transportation Planning Methods, Fall 2006
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Abstract: Quantitative techniques of operations research with emphasis on applications in transportation systems analysis (urban, air, ocean, highway, and pickup and delivery systems) and in the planning and design of logistically oriented urban service systems (e.g., fire and police departments, emergency medical ... More »