Topics in Science and Technology Studies (379-0-70)

Topic

Energy, Environment, & Society

Instructors

Yulianto Salahuddin Mohsin

Meeting Info

Northwestern Qatar Room 2-201: Mon, Wed 11:30AM - 12:45PM (AST)

Overview of class

This course examines the techno scientific, sociological, historical, cultural, political, and environmental aspects of our energy production, distribution, and consumption. It draws from the literature of science and technology studies (STS) to discuss the sociotechnical system of our energy sources. The course topic may be on electricity, oil, natural gas, or on any other form of energy sources, but the emphasis is on the understanding the multiple dimensions of our energy system.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisites: None

Open to Sophomores and above

Open for cross-registration

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Registration is reserved for sophomore, juniors, and seniors only.