STS 1101

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STS 1101
Science, Technology, and Politics

Course information provided by the 2020-2021 Catalog.

From global warming to surveillance of citizens to health-care reform, issues in science, technology, and medicine are also political issues. This course uses contemporary scientific controversies to explore the intersections of science and politics. Issues explored may include the role of the military and private sector in funding research, the politics of experts and expertise, computer privacy and national security, and environmental politics.


Course Attribute (CU-SBY)

Distribution Category (SBA-AS, SSC-AS)

When Offered Fall, Summer.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Three Week - Second. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  1138 STS 1101   LEC 001

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    • MWF Online Meeting
    • Jun 21 - Jul 9, 2021

    • Abrams, E

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    This Online Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit http://www.sce.cornell.edu/ss/courses/courses.php?v=3272