HIST 201 — History of Science
The History of Science is designed to help the student better understand the impact of science and technology on our way of life, through discussions of the history of science, resu lting technological changes, and our relationship to the social and physical environment. Textbook readings will be supplemented with original writings by some of the builders of our scientific society, from Plato and Aristotle to Newton and Einstein. Whil e names, dates, and places are an important part of the course, the emphasis will be to provide an understanding of changes in ideas, knowledge, and culture over time. Prerequisite(s): ENGL-080 or ENGL-101 or appropriate placement Corequisite(s): none