SCICOMM 2M03 - Engaging Your World: Science for the Global Citizen

3 unit(s)

Examines the linkage between science and society. Topics include: How can science address the key challenges in our society? How does society impact the way that science is conducted? Examines basic scientific theories and concepts and highlights the application and interpretation of science in the context of popular media and policy. Since policies on issues relevant to human health and our environment are informed by the work of scientists, we want to establish a common ground of understanding about how science is conducted, how knowledge changes, and how we can be better consumers of scientific information.
Lecture (two hours), tutorials (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite (s): SCIENCE 2M03
This course is administered by the School of Interdisciplinary Sciences (SIS).