INQ-177 | Robots and Society

Topic Description:

Exploration of the interactions between robotic automation and humans, including controversies surrounding artificial intelligence. The course poses the questions "What does it mean to be alive?" and "What does it mean to be human?" Fiction, monographs, movies and a laboratory project with robots will be included. A strong technical background is not required.

Course Types Offered: On-Campus

Topic Approved: April 2004