Society, Science, and Technology (HS 10013) Quiz

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What is the term used for products designed with common sense and principles of science and engineering?

Innovation

Inventions

Technology (correct)

Engineering concepts

In the circular relationship between society and science & technology, what do societal forces promote?

Technological stagnation

Resistance to change

Scientific discoveries (correct)

Cultural uniformity

What shapes scientific work according to societal influences?

Formal education

Cultural norms (correct)

Scientific theories

Technological advancements

How does scientific knowledge affect human life according to the study?

It transforms self-perception and alters social relations. Signup and view all the answers

The main objective in studying the relationship between society and science & technology is to understand what?

How societal needs and opportunities influence scientific work. Signup and view all the answers

What do students examine regarding the artifacts produced by scientists?

Their influence on human life and social relations. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of the circular relationship described?

Technological neglect Signup and view all the answers

What drives the creation of new instruments and machines in the relationship studied?

Societal needs and technological solutions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between culture and society?

Culture defines rules of behavior, whereas society is the organization of the group. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly defines values?

Broad preferences concerning acceptable outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the shortest definition of science?

A body of knowledge. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a feature of science?

Emotional reasoning. Signup and view all the answers

How is technology defined in relation to science?

Application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes. Signup and view all the answers

What best describes engineering in the context of technology?

The process of designing and creating new products. Signup and view all the answers

What represents the connection between science, technology, and society?

Science fuels technological innovation, impacting society. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does engineering help to understand regarding technology?

The principles underlying the technology. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Humanities as a discipline?

Human society and culture Signup and view all the answers

Which period is characterized by practice-based engineering education?

18th – 19th Century Signup and view all the answers

What does HASS stand for?

Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences Signup and view all the answers

In the context of liberal arts education, what is emphasized more than vocational training?

General knowledge and intellectual capacities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a branch of social science?

Physics Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes arts from humanities in their approach to inquiry?

Arts involve practical expression, humanities involve questioning Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of social science studies?

To understand human behavior in social and cultural contexts Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following fields is included under the umbrella of humanities?

Cultural Anthropology Signup and view all the answers

What will the subject primarily focus on regarding the development of science and technology?

The historical context and social forces involved Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a major theme within the course syllabus?

The interplay between science, technology, and society Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following technologies is NOT mentioned as a milestone development in the course content?

Artificial Intelligence Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected group activity related to the course syllabus?

Collaborative presentation on technology's impact on society Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of scientific theories will be addressed in the course?

The emergence of scientific revolutions Signup and view all the answers

Which pedagogical tool involves direct interaction with professionals in the field?

Lectures by experts Signup and view all the answers

What are students required to do during the infrastructure walk?

Understand and observe the technologies used Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following readings is focused on the social studies of science?

Science in Society: An Introduction to Social Studies of Science Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does CO2 address in the course outcomes?

Impact of scientific discoveries on human thought Signup and view all the answers

Which course outcome discusses the application of learned skills to global problems?

CO6 Signup and view all the answers

What type of group project involves interactions with scientists?

Invent a Technology Signup and view all the answers

In the context of S&T studies, which question pertains to the control of science and technology?

Should scientific inventions be patented? Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a stated course outcome?

Be aware of environmental impacts Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the goals of SST courses?

Promote civic engagement and critical thinking Signup and view all the answers

How should states prioritize research funding according to the impacts of science and technology?

Based on criteria set by expert panels Signup and view all the answers

To which fields do SST courses aim to create connections?

Disciplines traditionally kept separate Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Subject Details

Subject: Society, Science, and Technology (HS 10013)
Credits: 2-0-0 2
Faculty: Dr. Srikanta Mohapatra, Dr. Puspalata Pattojoshi, Dr. Arjyadhara Pradhan, Dr. Kshyanaprava Samal

New Engineering Curriculum

National Education Policy 2020 introduced changes to the B.Tech curriculum

Evolution of Engineering Education

18th - 19th Century: Practice-based
Most of 20th Century: Science-based
Late 20th - 21st Century: Science-based, HASS-rich

Deals with human society and culture
Includes:
- Languages, Philosophy, History, Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology, Ethics, Ethnic Studies, Folklore, and Gender Studies
- Language arts (Literature, Writing, Oratory, Rhetoric, Poetry)
- Performing Arts (Theatre, Music, Dance)
- Visual Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Filmmaking)
- Religion and Law (not universally accepted)

Arts and Humanities

Humanities focus on questioning and learning how to ask better, deeper, and more careful questions
It reflects a critical or speculative method of inquiry
Arts is about doing, whereas humanities is about talking

Liberal Arts

Include humanities, arts, and natural and social sciences
Provides expansive intellectual grounding in humanistic inquiry
Develops general intellectual capacities in contrast to a professional, vocational, or technical curriculum

Deals with human behavior in social and cultural aspects
Includes:
- Cultural (or social) anthropology, sociology, psychology, political science, and economics
Also known as behavioural science

Culture

Defines rules of behaviour, shared beliefs, values, practices, and social behaviour

Society

Structure of organization of a group of people

Value

Broad preference concerning appropriate courses of action or outcomes
Reflects a person's sense of right and wrong or what "ought" to be

Science

Latin origin: scientia, meaning "knowledge"
Shortest definition: Science is a body of knowledge
Features:
- Knowledge of past works
- Rational analysis
- Logical interpretation
- Coordinated group activity
- Experimentation
- Use of universally accepted methods and instruments
- Theoretical generalization
- Reproducibility and Testability of results
- Keen observation
- Peer communication and acceptance

Technology Definition

Application of (scientific) knowledge for practical purposes
Machinery and equipment developed from the application of scientific knowledge

The One-Dimensional Influences within STS

Science, Technology, and Society are interconnected
Scientific knowledge leads to new products and processes, contributing to economic growth and development

### Engineering and Technology

Engineering is the application of science and techniques to design and manufacture something new
Technology is the product of engineering
Engineering focuses on the "HOW" - the principles underlying the technology
Technology focuses on the "WHAT" - the product itself

Subject Syllabus

Characteristics of Society, Science, and Technology
Milestone Scientific Discoveries of the Past and their impact on human thought and culture
Scientific Method, Developing a Theory, and Making of a Discovery
Discoveries in the Physical, Biological, and Mathematical Sciences
Normal Science, Paradigms, Anomalies, Crisis, Emergence of Scientific Theories, and Scientific Revolutions
Milestone Technological Developments and their societal transformation
Contributions of Science and Technology to Solving Societal, Environmental, and Global Problems

Pedagogy

Lectures: By experienced scientists, technologists, and social scientists
Interactive Sessions: With reputed scientists and technologists
Self Study: Developmental aspects of scientific discoveries and technological marvels
- Individual presentations on the Impact of Technologies on Society
- Mini-Project on Invent a Technology
Infrastructure Walk: Understanding the technologies used

Evaluation

Activity: 30 marks
Midsem: 20 marks
End sem: 50 marks

Select Readings

Bucchi, M.(2002), Science in Society: An Introduction to Social Studies of Science, London: Routledge.
Capra, F.(1982), The Turning Point, Science, Society, and the Rising Culture, Flamingo: Fontana Paperbacks
Kuhn, T.S.(2012), The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, 4th Edition, Chicago: Chicago University Press.
Sismondo, S.(2009), An Introduction to Science and Technology Studies, 2nd Edition.Maldon, MA: Blackwell Publishing.

Course Outcomes

CO1: Students should understand the forces that shape the development of science and technology.
CO2: Students should know about how major scientific discoveries have impacted human thought processes.
CO3: Students should understand the effect of technological developments in societal transformation.
CO4: Students should analyse the contribution of Science and Technology in solving societal and Environmental problems.
CO5: Students should evaluate the ethical issues related to the abuse of science and technology.
CO6: Students should apply learned skills to suggest solutions to global problems linked to science and Technology.

Two Broad Streams of Scholarship in S&T Studies

Stream 1: Research on the nature and practices of S & T
- Questions:
  - Is there a scientific method?
  - What makes scientific facts credible?
  - How do new disciplines emerge?
  - How does science relate to religion?
Stream 2: Impacts and control of science and technology
- Questions:
  - How should states set priorities for research funding?
  - Who should participate, and how, in technological decision-making?
  - Should scientific inventions be patented?
  - How should societies measure risks and set safety standards?
  - How should experts communicate the reasons for their judgments to the public?

What SST Courses Offer

Promote cross-disciplinary integration, civic engagement, and critical thinking
Illuminate issues of professional responsibility and ethics
Build bridges between disciplines that do not ordinarily meet each other (examples: sociology and science, law and science, anthropology and technology, environmental science and political theory, or technology and philosophy)
Integrate knowledge in areas impossible to grasp through any single discipline (examples: security environmental studies, globalization, the human sciences, and biology and society)

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Test your knowledge on the evolution of engineering education and the impact of the National Education Policy 2020. This quiz explores the integration of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences in engineering curricula. Challenge yourself and gain insights into how these subjects shape our understanding of society and technology.