GW’s state-of-the-art Science and Engineering Hall (SEH), coupled with GW’s distinguished faculty, provide a unique opportunity to study STEM courses in the nation’s capital.
The new engineering building includes high-tech laboratory space and facilities, such as a biomedical imaging lab. In addition, you will have the chance to interact with Washington, D.C.’s active science and engineering community to create an unforgettable summer learning experience.
All course offerings are subject to cancellation.
Noncredit
One-week program
July 14—19, 2019
In the age of technology, the question stands: how secure are our systems? In this course, students will tackle that question through a highly technical, hands-on curriculum to learn the ins and outs of cyber challenges. Students will be able to merge research with current techniques and tools relating to cybersecurity.
Noncredit
Two-week program
June 30— July 12, 2019
The world of medicine is complex and profound. This course will introduce students to the didactic rigors of biology, genetics, physiology and anatomy as well teaching them the applications of these topics in clinical research and global health. The course will feature site visits to places such as the National Institute of Health and the Pan American Health Organization.
Noncredit
Two-week program
June 30— July 12, 2019
Robotics is an increasingly popular interdisciplinary branch of engineering that integrates mechanical and electrical engineering, as well as computer science technologies to develop machines that transform all sectors of daily life. In this course, students learn computer programming to develop a practical understanding of robotic engineering, and to familiarize themselves with the software, electronics hardware, motors and sensors of behavioral programming concepts.
Noncredit
Two-week program
June 30— July 12, 2019
Is it ethical to clone a person solely to harvest their organs for the purpose of organ donations? This course explores legal, ethical, and policy issues that arise in the biomedical arena, addressing controversial and challenging questions such as, the definitions of life and death, the nature of personal identity, the requirements of justice, and the boundaries of liberty.
Noncredit
Two-week program
July 14 — 26, 2019
The world of medicine is complex and profound. This course will introduce students to the didactic rigors of biology, genetics, physiology and anatomy as well teaching them the applications of these topics in clinical research and global health. The course will feature site visits to places such as the National Institute of Health and the Pan American Health Organization.
Noncredit
Two-week program
July 14—26, 2019
At the touch of a fingertip, mobile applications provide us with unprecedented access to information and tools that cater to our daily lives. Basic computer programming and coding remain the foundation on which these software applications are built. This course introduces students to programming languages, coding software and the elements of designing functional mobile applications for future smartphones and tablets.
Noncredit
Two-week program
July 14—26, 2019
In this course, students focus on the fundamentals of investigating elaborate crime scenes and apply state-of-the-art forensic science principles in simulated experiences. Students will be introduced to the critical skills and abilities necessary for future careers such as: investigators, detectives, lawyers, special agents, medico-legal death investigators, crime scene technicians and forensic pathologists.
Noncredit
Two-week program
July 14—26, 2019
This course introduces students to the science of the brain, including areas of perception, attention and memory, with an emphasis on the role of health and behavior. Students will explore psychiatric disorders and research methods among patient-based testing, psychophysical scaling and animal modeling.
Noncredit
Two-week program
July 28—August 9, 2019
The combination of engineering and medicine has profoundly changed the quality of life for our society. In this course, students will investigate topics such as electrophysiology, medical imaging, therapeutic ultrasound, computer-aided diagnosis, biomedical sensor technology and nanotechnology, in order to conceptualize the future of biomedical advancements.
Noncredit
Two-week program
July 28—August 9, 2019
The next epidemic could wipe out millions in days. Public health scientists are at the frontline to prevent and curtail effects of negative health on populations. This course will serve as an introduction to aspects of public health and health services. Students will delve into topics of health services administration while critically analyzing applications of public health in historical and modern trends in public health nationally and internationally.
Three credits
Three-week program
June 30—July 19, 2019
This course introduces students to the various disciplines within engineering and applied sciences: biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, civil and environmental engineering, computer science, mechanical and aerospace engineering and systems engineering. The course will consist of two to three modules focused on specific disciplines. Students will be exposed to engineering problem solving methodology enabled by data measurements, data collection, computational modeling and analysis.
Four credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Survey of human evolution, genetics and physical variation and primatology. Regular laboratory exercises.
Additional per credit hour charge and laboratory fee will apply.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Concepts and methods in the study of whole organisms; evolutionary theory; population biology; diversity of plants, animals, fungi and microorganisms; ecology and behavior and animal structure and function.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Introduction to the solution of problems on a digital computer using the Java language. Object-oriented programming concepts; documentation techniques; design of test data. Writing, debugging, and running programs in an interactive computing environment.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Major economic principles, institutions and problems in contemporary life. The class focuses on microeconomics: supply and demand, the price system and how it works and competitive and monopolistic markets.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Continuation of Principles of Economics I: Microeconomics. Major economic principles, institutions and problems in contemporary life. Macroeconomics—national income concepts, unemployment and inflation and institutions of monetary control.
Prerequisite: Principles of Economics I: Microeconomics.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Elementary mathematical models of growth and decay, scaling, chaos, and fractals.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, linear programming, probability theory and mathematics of finance.
Prerequisites: Qualifying results on the GW Mathematics placement examination, a score of 560 or above on the SAT II in mathematics or Calculus with Precalculus I. Applicants must submit proof of completion of prerequisites. Faculty review and approval is required. Please contact us for more information.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
An introduction to single-variable calculus (differentiation and integration of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications), with the concepts and techniques of precalculus developed as needed. Prerequisites: students with a minimum score of 61 on the ALEKS placement examination.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Online course: May 21—June 30, 2018
An introduction to single-variable calculus (differentiation and integration of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications), with the concepts and techniques of precalculus developed as needed.
Prerequisites: Qualifying results on the GW Mathematics placement examination or a score of 720 or above on the SAT II. Applicants must submit proof of completion of prerequisites. Faculty review and approval is required. Please contact us for more information.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Limits and continuity; differentiation and integration of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications. Restricted to students with a minimum score of 76 on the ALEKS placement examination.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Differential and integral calculus of functions of one variable; applications to business and economics.
Prerequisites: Qualifying results on the GW Mathematics placement examination or a score of 720 or above on the SAT II in mathematics. Applicants must submit proof of completion of prerequisites. Faculty review and approval is required. Please contact us for more information.
Four credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Classical and modern physics. Electrostatics, electromagnetism, direct and alternating current circuits and electromagnetic radiation; geometrical and physical optics; special relativity; quantum theory; atomic physics; nuclear physics; particle physics; astrophysics and cosmology. Laboratory fee will apply.
Prerequisites: General Physics I (or equivalent) and one year of high school trigonometry. Applicants must submit proof of completion of prerequisites. Faculty review and approval is required. Please contact us for more information.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Online course: May 21—June 30, 2018
Fundamental principles underlying human behavior.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Introduction to the study of human development; theory and research concerning changes in physical, cognitive and social functioning and influences on the developing individual.
Three credits
Six-week program
July 1—August 10, 2018
Examination of deviant behavior and its control. Topics include theoretical perspectives, changing societal conceptions of deviance, deviant behavior and identity and the dynamics of control agencies.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Sociology or The Sociological Imagination.
Three credits
Six-week program
Online course
July 2—August 11, 2018
A study of the human body and its disorders and diseases through examination of the essential molecules of life, nutrition, digestion, genetics, and reproduction.
Three credits
Six-week program
Online course
July 2—August 11, 2018
Historical, social and ethical issues of the technological age. Ethical principles and skills and social analysis skills needed to evaluate the design and implementation of complex computer systems. Privacy, computer crime, equity, intellectual property, professional ethics. Data collection, analysis and presentation; technical writing and oral communication skills.
Three credits
Six-week program
Online course
July 2—August 11, 2018
A systematic survey of human geography; spatial perspectives on demographic, social, cultural, economic and political changes around the world.
Three credits
Six-week program
Online course
May 21—June 30, 2018; July 2—August 11, 2018
Patterns of world population; factors contributing to population pressures, growth and migrations.
Three credits
Six-week program
Online Course: July 2—August 11, 2018
Analysis of the complex role that drugs play in contemporary society and the ethical, legal, socioeconomic and health issues that surround their therapeutic and recreational use.
Three credits
Six-week program
Online Course: July 2—August 11, 2018
Biological and developmental aspects of human sexuality, psychological and emotional aspects of sexual behavior, sexual identity, social forces affecting sexual issues and research trends in the area of human sexuality.
Three credits
Six-week program
Online course
July 2—August 11, 2018
Causes, diagnosis, treatment and theories of various types of maladjustments and mental disorders.
Three credits
Six-week program
Online course
July 2—August 11, 2018
Lecture (3 hours), laboratory (1 hour). Frequency distributions, descriptive measures, probability, sampling, estimation, tests of hypotheses, regression and correlation, with applications to social sciences.
