Portland-State-University 2024-2025 Bulletin

Hst 427 Topics in the History of Science

An in-depth investigation of a selected theme in the history of science and its cultural, social, or political relations. The subject matter will vary from term to term; topics include: science and religion, science under Nazism, science and Modernism, Darwinism and social Darwinism, Scientific Revolution, and changing physical world pictures. Some previous study in history is recommended; a background in science is welcome, but not required or expected. (Maximum number of credits is 12; 4 credits each for three courses with different topics.) Expected preparation: Upper-division standing.

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