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Academic Year 2001/2002

History of Scientific Thought to 1700
HIST 253 FA
Crosslistings:
MDST 253
SISP 253

This course examines the evolution of the mathematical, physical and natural sciences as an aspect of human culture. The presentation is designed for students interested in history and the humanities as well as those in science. This course emphasizes Greek science, medieval science and the Scientific Revolution.

MAJOR READINGS

to be announced.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

This course is basically a survey course involving lectures, with time available in each lecture period for questions and discussion. There are two midterm examinations. One paper of an essay nature will be due at the end of term.

Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS HIST    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2002

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