HI 209 - History of Technology

Institution:

CUNY New York City College of Technology

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Description:

3 cl hrs, 3 cr This course will cover the history of major technologies from the beginning of humankind to today's most important technologies. The course will begin with the uses of technology by prehistoric peoples. The course will then continue with the study of technology in the ancient civilizations of the Mesopotamians, the Egyptians, the Greeks and the Romans. The course will then consider technological development during the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The course will conclude with the study of the Industrial Revolution and its impact on modern society. Prerequisite: ENG 1101/EG 101 and a previous history CORE course (which includes HIS 1000 series or AFR 1460/AF 601 or AFR 1461/AF 602 or AFR 1465/AF 615 or AFR 1466/AF 616 or PRS 1462/PRS 612)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.citytech.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 260-5500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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