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Sam Rebelsky, Chair, Douglas Caulkins, Janet Davis, Diane Robertson, Susan Strauber, John Whittaker, Sujeev Wickramasekara
This concentration examines technology and the role it plays in society. Courses help to provide a bridge between pure and applied science, and between science and nonscience, by integrating material from all three divisions of the curriculum. 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.
Required, 24 credits as follows:
1. Eight credits from courses in the departments of biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, or psychology, creditable toward those majors. Mathematics/Social Studies 115 Introduction to Statistics, or Mathematics 209 Applied Statistics, may be used for 4 of the 8 credits. Environmental Studies 111 (Geology) or Environmental Studies 125 (Introduction to Earth Systems) may be used for 4 of the 8 credits.
2. Technology 154 Evolution of Technology (4 credits).
3. At least two specific technology courses (8 credits)
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.
- Art 148 Introduction to Studio: Digital Art
- Biology 220 Biotechnology and Its Social Impact
- Computer Science 105 The Digital Age
- Music 219 Electronic Music
- Physics 180 Bridges, Towers, and Skyscrapers
- Physics 220 Electronics
- Sociology 265 Sociology of Health and Illness
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.
154 Evolution of Technology (Spring) 4 credits
A chronological survey of technology from stone tools to the electronic and chemical technologies of the present through case studies, readings, and integrative lectures by several faculty. Prerequisite: none. STAFF.
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