Course: PHIL 250. Philosophy of Technology (3)
Introduction to the main issues in philosophy of technology, including the nature of technology, the distinction between technology and science, technology and values, the relationship between technology and society, and feminist approaches to the philosophy of technology. Applied issues to be addressed in this course may include: technology and the environment, the digital divide, the ethics of information technology, transhumanism, artificial intelligence, and existential risk. (Available for General Education, C2 Humanities or E Lifelong Learning.)