HUM 1130 Humanity & the Challenge of Technology
This course examines the role of technology in the modern society. It explores the opportunities and dangers faced by humankind in the evolution of new technologies. It inquires into such questions as whether the human quest for mastery of nature has made us masters or slaves of the machine.
Prerequisites: None
Course Outcomes
- Analyze and describe the humanizing and dehumanizing aspects of modern technology in general and in specific selected cases.
- Demonstrate knowledge of major technological developments and their effects on humanity.
- Analyze and evaluate various perspectives on the role of technology through the study of relevant primary and secondary sources.
Credit Hours: 3
- Classroom: 3 hours
- Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences
- Department: Humanities
- Repeatable Credit: No
- Offered Online: Yes
Online Learning
Faculty: Sawaya
Term: Summer 2023
Format: Condensed content. Shorter than normal term. Complete work online when it fits your schedule, while adhering to weekly deadlines. No scheduled meeting times. Requires computer and high-speed internet.
Course Fee: $22.50
Open Seats: 1
Section: 500
Open Seats: 1
Section: 500
Online Learning
Faculty: Weiss
Term: Summer 2023
Format: Condensed content. Shorter than normal term. Complete work online when it fits your schedule, while adhering to weekly deadlines. No scheduled meeting times. Requires computer and high-speed internet.
Course Fee: $22.50
Open Seats: 1
Section: 501
Open Seats: 1
Section: 501
Centerville Campus
Centerville, Rm 112
Faculty: Sawaya
Term: Summer 2023
Format: Condensed content. Shorter than normal term. Course meets in person on scheduled days and times with additional online content. Check the schedule to confirm the days and times your class will meet in-person. Requires computer and high-speed internet.
Open Seats: 17
Meets: T from 2:00PM to 3:50PM
Section: CY1
Open Seats: 17
Meets: T from
2:00PM to 3:50PM
2:00PM to 3:50PM
Section: CY1