PHIL 424 (H01) - The Future of Humanity: Science, Technology, and Society

Honors/Future of Humanity

Durham Liberal Arts::Philosophy
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 20 
Term:  Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
CRN:  56199
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
Consideration of the impacts of science and technology on humanity from a philosophical perspective. Topics often include genetic engineering, automated labor, advanced weaponry, artificial intelligence, social media and data extraction, space exploration, alien contact, virtual realities, transhumanism, and the future of humanity as an interplanetary species.
Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s):  PHIL 424H
Only the following students: Honors College Admit, Honors Program
Attributes:  Honors course, Environment,Tech&Society(Disc)
Instructors:  Nicholas Smith

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
1/21/2025 5/5/2025 MW 11:10am - 12:30pm HUDD 224A

Additional Course Details:

424 Spring 2025