STS 310 - Computers and Society

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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

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Description:

A sociological discussion of computers and other information technology starting with the larger concept of technology and social change, an exploration of various forms of information technology, their history and development, their relationship to the changing social structure of a post-industrial society like 20th/21st-century USA. Case studies could include "Computers and the Workplace," "Computers in Medicine," "Computers and Education," and "Computers in Popular Culture." Course concludes with a discussion of new social problems and possible futures. (OC). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture CASL - Administration Department Course Attributes: Upper Division

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umich.edu

Phone Number:

(734) 764-1817

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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