Topics in Science and Technology Studies (242-0-70)

Topic

Science, Technology & Society

Instructors

Yulianto Salahuddin Mohsin

Meeting Info

Northwestern Qatar Room 1-244: Mon, Wed 11:30AM - 12:45PM (AST)

Overview of class

The course introduces you the role of science and technology in different societies around world from different time periods. Exploring science and technology in world history, we will examine several case studies that raise important questions related to the relationship between science and technology and between technoscience and society. We will explore how both local and global human endeavors influenced the development of science and technology and how societies were in turn shaped by these technoscientific developments. Along the way, important concepts and key terms in science and technology studies (STS) will be introduced as way to discuss the intertwining connection among science, technology, and society.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisites: None

Open to first year students, sophomores and ABP Dual Enrolled students

Open for cross-registration

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: NUQ: Seats are reserved for Sophomore and Freshmen only.