STS 2011

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  • Schedule of Classes - October 15, 2026 7:07PM EDT

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

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

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.


Distribution Requirements (SBA-AG), (SSC-AS), (SCT-IL)

Exploratory Studies (CU-SBY)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025SP, 2024SP, 2023SP

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Syllabi: none

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

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8605 STS 2011   LEC 001

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    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Marshall, O

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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  •  8606 STS 2011   DIS 201

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    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Marshall, O

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  8607 STS 2011   DIS 202

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    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  8608 STS 2011   DIS 203

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    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  8609 STS 2011   DIS 204

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    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Marshall, O

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  8610 STS 2011   DIS 205

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    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Marshall, O

  • Instruction Mode: In Person