STS 2011

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STS 2011
What Is Science? An Introduction to the Social Studies of Science and Technology

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2016-2017.

This course introduces some central ideas in the field of S&TS. It is aimed at students from any background who are challenged to think more critically about what counts as scientific knowledge and why, and how science and technology intervene in the wider world. It also serves as an introduction to majors in Biology and Society or in Science and Technology Studies. The course mixes lectures, discussions, writing, and other activities. The discussion sections are an integral part of the course and attendance is required. A series of take-home written assignments and quizzes throughout the semester comprise the majority of the grade.

When Offered Fall.

Distribution Category (CA-AS)
Course Attribute (CU-SBY)

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: SOC 2100

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7923 STS 2011   LEC 001

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  •  7925 STS 2011   DIS 202

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  •  8094 STS 2011   DIS 203

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  • 16324 STS 2011   DIS 204

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  • 16325 STS 2011   DIS 205

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