Dec 30, 2024

2023-2024 Undergraduate Calendar

2023-2024 Undergraduate Calendar [ARCHIVED CALENDAR]

SSCI 1210U – History of Science and Technology

This course will focus on the history and philosophy of science and engineering with special emphasis on scientific technology and the cultural significance of technology to civilization. The course will include critical analyses and will pay significant attention on the nature and problems of industrial technology, benefits and risks of technological progress, and issues around intellectual property. Throughout, students will examine the history and philosophy within the context of science and engineering as learned professions.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Credit restriction(s): EDUC 1200U
Experiential learning: Yes