PL 3064 - Philosophy of Technology

Institution:

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

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Description:

Philosophy of technology is a critical, reflective examination of the impact, effects, and outcomes of technologies upon human activities. Above all, it is the study of the nature of our technologically textured ecosystem, or technosystem. The course focuses on the ways in which technologies change human life, individually, socially and culturally. It also considers the effects of human-technology relations on science, culture, democracy, and human values. Its aim is to understand the structures of change and transformation, and to help students to develop critical forms of thought so as to be able to understand, evaluate, appreciate and criticize technological development. Prerequisite: One 2000-level PL course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.poly.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 260-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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