STPS511 TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT AND RESPONSIBLE RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Course Code: |
8310511 |
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): |
3(3-0) |
ECTS Credit: |
8.0 |
Department: |
Science And Technology Policy Studies |
Language of Instruction: |
English |
Level of Study: |
Graduate |
Course Coordinator: |
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Offered Semester: |
Fall Semesters. |
Course Content
The proposed course focuses on Technology Assessment (TA). TA constitutes a scientific and societal response to problems at the interface between technology and society. Responsible Research & Innovation (RRI) is the scientific research and technological development process that considers the current and potential societal and environmental impacts. The students will understand the idea, concept, and the stakeholders of TA&RRI and how it applies to the development of different technologies.