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Undergraduate Record 2008-2009 
    
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Undergraduate Record 2008-2009 [ARCHIVED RECORD]

STS 217 - Scientific and Technological Thinking

Explores the ways scientists and inventors think, using concepts, theories, and methods borrowed from several disciplines, but focusing especially on psychology. Topics include experimental simulations of scientific reasoning, a cognitive framework for understanding creativity, and modeling discovery on a computer. Students read and discuss articles and conduct a short research project. Fulfills STS 200-level writing and speaking requirements. (IR)

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: STS 101 or equivalent.

Credits: 3