Science, Technology, and Society

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Description
Living in the 21st century world is characterized by rapid technological change and uncertainty. Mastering the intricacies of the interrelationships between technology and human systems prepares you for a fast-changing world of work and knowledge. For more information about the Science, Technology and Society concentration, please visit cls.asu.edu/sts

Requirements

  • Students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours including 12 of upper division hours for this concentration.
  • All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher.
  • A minimum 6 upper division hours must be taken in courses offered by the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts.

General Course 3 hours

STS 101 Introduction to Science, Technology and Society, SB (3) (Credit is given for only STS 304 or 101)
OR
STS 304 Science, Technology and Society, SB (3) (Credit is given for only STS 304 or 101)
OR
STS 194 Special Topic:  [*INTRO*TECH*SOC*]

Internationalization Course 3 hours

STS 110 Global Technology and Development, SB & G (3) (Credit is allowed for only STS 110 or 317)
OR
STS 317 Science, Technology and Global Engagement, SB & G (3)
OR
STS 194 Special Topic: [*INTRO*TECH*SOC*]

Electives 12 hours required
The following are examples of courses available, please see your academic advisor for more options.

POS 316 American Political Institutions (3) (Prerequisite(s): minimum 45 hours; Credit is allowed for only POS 316 or POS 394 (American Political Institutions))

STS//POS/ISS 301 Research Science and Technology Studies, SB (3)

STS 302 Philosophy of Science and Technology, SB (3) (prerequisite: Minimum 45 hours)

STS 303 History of Science and Technology, H (3) (prerequisite: Minimum 45 hours)

STS 305 Science and Social Theory, SB (3)

STS 306 Social Effects of Science and Technology, SB (3)

STS 318 Science, Technology and Government, SB (3)

STS 325 Science, Technology and Public Policy, SB (3)

STS 328 Science, Technology and Culture, SB (3)

STS 329 Cultivating Technology in Newly Industrialized Countries, SB & G (3)

STS 330 Information Technology and Globalization, SB & G (3)

STS 331 Ethical Issues in Science and Technology, SB (3)

STS 332 Seminar: Global Issues in Science and Technology, SB & G (3)

STS 364 Science, Technology and National Security, SB (3) (prerequisite: Minimum 45 hours)

STS 425 Law, Values, and Science and Technology, SB (3)

YEAR

2020-21

CAMPUS

Polytechnic

ADVISING

Interdisciplinary Studies Advising
cisa.asu.edu/advising
All appointments:
480-965-4464

Downtown Phoenix
Arizona Center, Suite 380

Polytechnic
Santa Catalina Hall

Tempe
Urban Systems Engineering

Online
480-965-4464

DARS CODE

LSSTSEMPH

COLLEGE/SCHOOL

College of Integrative Sciences and Arts

CONCENTRATION CONTACT

480‐965-4464
cisaadvising@asu.edu
Santa Catalina Hall (SANCA), Second floor