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STS 172a: Microbial Wars
1.00 Credits
Vassar College
(Same as Biology 172) Mr. Esteban
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STS 180a: Energy:Sources and Policies
0.50 Credits
Vassar College
A multidisciplinary introduction to the principal sources of energy currently being used in the United States and the economic, political and environmental choices they entail. The two largest energy sectors, electrical generation and transportation, are the main focus for the course, but emerging technologies such as wind power and hydrogen are also examined. There are no science prerequisites except a willingness to explore the interconnections of scientific principle, engineering practice and social context. Mr. Challey.
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STS 181b: The Electronic Media
0.50 Credits
Vassar College
An introduction to the history and evolution of the three principal electronic media of the twentieth century, radio, television and the Internet. In each case the course examines the ways the technology and its social context have shaped each other. As a result this course also serves as an introduction to some of the major themes and methodologies in the history of technology. Mr. Challey.
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STS 200b: Science and Technology Studies
1.00 Credits
Vassar College
An introduction to the multidisciplinary study of contemporary science and technology through selected case studies and key texts representing the major perspectives and methods of analysis, including work by Thomas Kuhn, Karl Popper, Langdon Winner, Robert Merton, Bruno Latour, and Sandra Harding. Some of the issues include the concept of scientific revolution, the nature of "big science" and "high technology," the social construction of science and technology, technological determinism, and the feminist critique of science. Mr. Challey, Mr. McAulaPrerequisite: 1 unit of a natural or a social science. Two 75-minute periods.
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STS 202a: History of Modern Science and Technology
1.00 Credits
Vassar College
A survey of major developments in Western science and technology from 1800 to the present. Major topics include; Laplace and the rise of mathematical physics; the development of thermodynamics; the work of Darwin and Pasteur; Edison and the rise of electrical technology; the theories of relativity and quantum mechanics; the Manhattan Project; plate tectonics and molecular biology; and the development of computers and cybernetics. Special emphasis is placed on the concepts of "big science' and 'high technology' and their role in contemporary social and political life. Mr. ChallePrerequisite: One unit of science or modern history or permission of instructor. Not offered in 2008/09.
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STS 206b: Environmental Biology
1.00 Credits
Vassar College
(Same as Biology 206). Not offered in 2008/09.
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STS 220a: The Political Economy Health Care
1.00 Credits
Vassar College
(Same as Economics 220) Ms. Shirley Johnson-Lans.
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STS 226a: Philosophy of Science
1.00 Credits
Vassar College
(Same as Philosophy 226) Mr. Lam. Not offered in 2008/09.
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STS 230b: The Economics of Innovation
1.00 Credits
Vassar College
(Same as Economics 230b.) The department. Not offered in 2008/09.
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STS 254a: Bio-politics of Breast Cancer
1.00 Credits
Vassar College
(Same as Women's Studies 254a) We examine the basic scientific, clinical and epidemiological data relevant to our current understanding of the risks (including environmental, genetic, hormonal and lifestyle factors), detection, treatment (including both traditional and alternative approaches), and prevention of breast cancer. In trying to understand these data in the context of the culture of the disease, we explore the roles of the pharmaceutical companies, federal and private foundations, survivor and other activist groups, and the media in shaping research, treatment and policy strategies related to breast cancer. Ms. Gray.
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