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Dec 27, 2024
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2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Technology Studies Concentration
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Technology Studies
Chair(s):
Michael Guenther (History)
Faculty:
Andrew Kaufmann (Art)
Samuel Rebelsky (Computer Science)
Erik Simpson (English)
James Swartz (Chemistry)
John Whittaker (Anthropology)
This concentration examines technology and the role it plays in society. Courses provide a bridge between humanities, science, and social studies by integrating material from all three divisions. The study of technology not only crosses the divide between pure and applied science, but also between scientific and social or humanist perspectives on the development and role of technology. Students are required to obtain a grounding in laboratory science and statistics, take at least one foundation course, at least two specific technology courses, participate in an internship in a technological setting, and complete an independent study project or technology seminar, normally during the senior year.
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Concentration requirements: 24 credits as follows:
1. 8 Credits
Take 8 credits from courses in the departments of biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, or psychology, creditable towards those majors. The following courses may also be used for 4 of the 8 credits.
2. Core Course (4 credits)
3. At least 8 credits of specific technology courses
Specific technology courses are often selected from the following. Upon approval by the concentration chair, other specific technology courses, such as special topics courses, can be used to meet this requirement.
4. A technology-related seminar or independent study project (4 credits)
The concentration also includes two noncredit-bearing requirements.
5. An internship in technology
The internship may be completed during the summer or academic year, either locally or at an approved off-campus program with internship and seminar components. The internship must be approved in advance by the concentration chair.
6. A public presentation
Students are expected to give a public presentation in a class or colloquium, drawing upon the internship experience and the seminar or independent study project.
Technology Studies Courses
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