The course deals with the relationship between technology and science both historically and in modern applications, especially regarding experiments, observations, models and theorizing. A particular focus is put on examples and theories that concern the importance of technology for sustainable development.
FAK3132 Philosophy of the Technological Sciences 7.5 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The course objective is that the student should be able to independently analyze philosophical problems in the philosophy of technology, especially problems concerning the relationships between technology and science, between technology and practical knowledge, and between technology and sustainable development.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
The course is given for PhD students.
Literature
Sven Ove Hansson (ed.) The Role of Technology in Science. Philosophical Perspectives. Dordrecht: Springer, 2015.
Christine Rösch "Ethics of sustainability- an analytical approach", pp 17-34 in The Ethics of Technology, 2017.
In addition, current literature that is determined before the start of the course.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- UPP1 - Written report, 7.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
UPP1 - Written report, 7.5 credits
Other requirements for final grade
To pass requires both active participation in the course, and a passed essay on one with the teacher agreed topic.
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
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Offered by
Education cycle
Third cycle
Supplementary information
Please note! This course replaces F1N5103 Philosophy of the Technological Sciences7.5 credits