Sam Rebelsky, Chair

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 a 2-credit independent-study project or technology seminar, normally during the senior year.

Required, 24 or 26 credits as follows:

1. 8 credits of laboratory science or statistics, selected from:

• Biology 150
• Chemistry 129, 130
• Mathematics 209, 336
• Mathematics/Social Studies 115
• Physics 131, 132
• Psychology 113

2. Technology 154 Evolution of Technology

3. At least two specific technology courses, from the following:

• Biology 220 Biotechnology and Its Social Impact
• Computer Science 105 Algorithmic and Social Overview of Computers
• Music 219 Electronic Music
• Physics 180 Bridges, Towers, and Skyscrapers
• Physics 220 Electronics
• Sociology 265 Sociology of Health and Illness

4. An internship in technology and either a 2-credit technology seminar or independent-study project. The internship may be completed during the summer or academic year, either locally or on an approved off-campus program with internship and seminar components. 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. Prerequisites: none. STAFF.