SOAN 250 | Sociology of Science and Technology

This course examines the sociological dimensions of science and technology. In particular, it focuses on: understanding the social construction of scientific and technological knowledge; exploring the main sociological theories of science and technology; understanding how social inequalities are connected to the processes of scientific discovery and technological innovation; thinking critically about concepts like truth, facts, and nature; and seeing how sociological analysis can inform our understanding of the connection between science and technology and social policies and cultural values.