SOS 120 - Science, Technology, and Democratic Society

Institution:

Broome Community College

Subject:

Social Science

Description:

A study of the interaction of the forces of science and technology with the major institutions (i.e., govt., industry, family, education, and organized religion) of contemporary democratic society. Analysis of differing viewpoints on the role of a scientific technology with respect to key public policy issues (i.e., genetic engineering, fetal tissue research, pollution, space exploration, information management, weapons development, evolution/creationism debate, communications, etc.). Satisfies the Civic Education requirement.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.SUNYBROOME.EDU

Phone Number:

(607) 778-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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