USNA 245 - The Impact of Technology on Society

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Case Western Reserve University

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There is commonly a lack of understanding and appreciation of how the spread of advanced technologies (the artifacts of engineering) has led to economic, social, and political changes on a global scale. As a result, young people do not think that careers in science and engineering are rewarding and useful or do they think of technology as one of the most powerful forces for social change. Furthermore, in a world where advanced knowledge is widespread and low-cost labor is readily available, U.S. advantages in the marketplace and in science and engineering have begun to erode. We want to be able to compete in the world. Economic growth is driven by technological innovation. Societies that foster it lead the pack, while others lag behind. An enlightened citizenry is essential both to support and to engage in new developments in science and engineering. Insights will be given on how engineering innovations develop and have changed the world, both good and bad and, hopefully, it will be clear that engineering is essential to meet many of the major global challenges of the future. Prereq: Passing letter grade in a 100 level first year seminar in USFS, FSNA, FSCC, FSSO, FSSY or FSCS. Prereq or Coreq: FSTS 100.

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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