A case study analysis of the practice of science as a human activity. The theories linking the emergence of modern science to western culture are considered. An analysis of ideas of the social structure of scientific activity including: the role of examples in forming scientific theories, the value system of scientists in both basic research and applied research environments, "individual genius" vs multiple discovery, and the influence of "leading" figures. The linkages of scientific activity with other cultural dimensions are explored and the bases for formulation of "science policy" are considered.
This course may not be repeated for credit.
Notes
- This course may not be offered every year.
Sections
| LEC 1 | TR 09:30 - 10:45
| ST 133
| | | Outline |
| Notes: Until July 21, enrolment is restricted to students registered in major or minor programs in Communications Studies and Science, Technology and Society, or in any program in the Faculty of Science. |
This course will be offered next in
Winter 2012.