Understanding Technological Society
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Overview
Subject area
SOC
Catalog Number
111
Course Title
Understanding Technological Society
Department(s)
Description
This is a problem-centered and task-oriented course that integrates the humanities and the theories and practices of science and social sciences into the leading public issues of technological society. By emphasizing the close connections between science and technology, social institutions, and cultural values, students will learn how social institutions directly affect technological development and professional careers. The course also analyzes today's "global village," the changing relations between East and West and the Third World, and worldwide development and environmental issues.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FIS - Flexible Core - Individual and Society
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
013556