TED 310 - Technology and Civilization

This course emphasizes various technology concepts; their evolution; societal, environmental, and economic impacts; and, related connections to human beings, environments, eco-systems, the workplace, cultural values, gender roles, and developing societies of the world, e.g. China or countries in Africa. Intended purposes and unintended consequences of technological systems and the resulting ethical issues are examined.
Prerequisites: Upper division standing.

Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3