CEE151A
Race in Science
Civil and Environmental Engineering
ENGR - School of Engineering
Course Description
What are the roles of race and racism in science, technology, and medicine? 3-course sequence; each quarter can be taken independently. Fall quarter focuses on science. What is the science of race and racism? How does race affect scientific work? Weekly guest speakers will address such issues as the psychology and anthropology of race and racism; how race, language, and culture affect education; race in environmental science and environmental justice; the science of reducing police violence; and the role of race in genomic research. Talks will take a variety of forms, from panel discussions to interviews and lectures. Weekly assignments: read a related article and participate in an online discussion.
Cross Listed Courses
Grading Basis
RSN - Satisfactory/No Credit
Min
1
Max
1
Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?
No
Course Component
Seminar
Enrollment Optional?
No