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Introduction to the History of Technology of the 20th Century
Einführung in die Technikgeschichte des 20. Jahrhunderts
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Abstract
The seminar will deal with the question: Which technologies are the object of the history of technology in the 20th century, and what does this mean for the technology and for history of the 20th century?
Objective
The aim of this seminar is a critical introduction to the subject, the questions and the concepts of the history of technology in the 20th century.
Resources
Lecture Notes
The reading programme will be available on Moodle at the beginning of the semester. Participation in the meetings is required. A graded semester performance takes place. Students should carry out two research tasks each, which result from the individual sessions.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- DS , DR , MSC
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 40
Course Components
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Einführung in die Technikgeschichte des 20. Jahrhunderts
Beginn: 22.9.2020
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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GESS Science in Perspective (Only the topics listed in this paragraph can be chosen as GESS Science in Perspective. Further below you will find the "type B courses Reflections about subject specific methods and content" as well as the language courses. 6 ECTS need to be acquired during the BA and 2 ECTS during the MA Students who already took a course within their main study program are NOT allowed to take the course again.)
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Type A: Enhancement of Reflection Competence (Suitable for all students. Students who already took a course within their main study program are NOT allowed to take the course again.)
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Doctoral Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences (More Information at: )