HIST 2220 Technology in World History

An introduction to the way technology has shaped world history, from the emergence of agrarian-based ancient civilizations to the Twentieth Century. Following an introduction to the earliest recorded human technology, the course will focus on the role of technology in key historical periods: the ancient agrarian civilizations; technological innovation in Early Modern Afro-Eurasia; the New Science, the Industrial Revolutions, and the rise of the West; and the acceleration of technological innovation in the interconnected contemporary world. Throughout, the course will touch on technology’s impact on society, culture, the individual, gender roles, and the environment as well as changing balance of power among world regions. This course is Technology Intensive.
Credits: 3.0