Technology
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PURPOSE: The purpose of this requirement is to help the student integrate an understanding of the goals and social impact of technology, an understanding of how technology works (as described in its characteristic methods), and a proficiency in applicable computer skills. Contemporary society, with its dependence on technology and its emphasis on technological change, demands awareness of and proficiency in appropriate technology in each discipline, especially computers. Moreover, the Universityís commitment to values, community, and justice demands a critical attitude to technology. STUDENT OUTCOMES: Through a combination of lecture and laboratory courses, the student will demonstrate an understanding of the nature of technology and its social context, the ways computer networks are structured and how they can be used as sources of information in the particular field of interest to the student, and some discipline-specific applications. COURSE: ARTS AND SCIENCES students must select one course from the following list. BUSINESS students fulfill this requirement by the combination of Data Analysis and Information Systems requirement in the School of Business. ECONOMICS students in the College of Arts and Sciences may fulfill the requirement by taking one course from the Arts and Sciences list or by taking the courses required for business students. ENGINEERING students fulfill this requirement by the combination of (i) ENGR 1 or ENGR 19; (ii) an engineering course requiring extensive computer usage (COEN 11, 44 or an approved equivalent); and (iii) any upper-division course in the studentís major department. Art Studio 70 Art in the Computer Age Biology 109 Genetics and Society Chemistry 120 Computer Applications in Chemistry 12 Technology and Communication Computer Engineering 1 Understanding Digital Technology Engineering 19 Ethics in Technology English 138 Internet Culture and the Information Society Environmental Studies 115 GIS in Environmental Science Liberal Studies 75 Technology and Learning Mathematics 3 Introduction to Computing and Applications Philosophy 117 Science, Technology, and Society Political Science 170 Research Methods in Political Science Sociology 49 Computers, the Internet, and Society Theatre 35 Technology and Theatre The quarterly Schedule of Classes provides a comprehensive list of those courses offered in a particular quarter that meet this requirement. |
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