printer friendly pageANTHRO 104D: Introduction to Race and Technology (CSRE 104, SYMSYS 104)
How do ideas about race get encoded in the design of new technology? How have science and technology shaped our understanding of race and identity? Drawing on research in anthropology, history, media studies, STS, and beyond, we will consider how technology can reinforce and amplify racial inequality. From the 'scientific' origins of the concept of race in the 18th century to contemporary algorithms that attempt to detect a person's race from their image, we will explore how social ideas about race are both embedded in and transformed by technology. We will also highlight how communities of color have resisted the encroachment of harmful technologies and developed alternatives that promote racial justice. Topics covered will include: algorithmic bias, policing and borders, surveillance, disinformation, data colonialism, and labor issues like micro-tasking and data annotation. This introductory course has no prerequisites and welcomes students of all disciplines.
Terms: Win
| Units: 5
Instructors:
Toft Djanegara, N. (PI)
CEE 70: Environmental Science and Technology (ENGR 90)
Introduction to environmental quality and the technical background necessary for understanding environmental issues, controlling environmental degradation, and preserving air and water quality. Material balance concepts for tracking substances in the environmental and engineering systems.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci, WAY-AQR
Instructors:
Kopperud, R. (PI)
CS 105: Introduction to Computers
For non-technical majors. What computers are and how they work. Practical experience in development of websites and an introduction to programming. A survey of Internet technology and the basics of computer hardware. Students in technical fields and students looking to acquire programming skills should take 106A or 106X. Students with prior computer science experience at the level of 106 or above require consent of instructor. Prerequisite: minimal math skills.
Terms: Aut, Spr
| Units: 3-5
| UG Reqs: WAY-FR, GER:DB-EngrAppSci
Instructors:
Rushton, P. (PI)
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Young, P. (PI)
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Barreau, C. (TA)
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Huang, K. (TA)
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Jenjezwa, J. (TA)
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Liu, C. (TA)
CSRE 104: Introduction to Race and Technology (ANTHRO 104D, SYMSYS 104)
How do ideas about race get encoded in the design of new technology? How have science and technology shaped our understanding of race and identity? Drawing on research in anthropology, history, media studies, STS, and beyond, we will consider how technology can reinforce and amplify racial inequality. From the 'scientific' origins of the concept of race in the 18th century to contemporary algorithms that attempt to detect a person's race from their image, we will explore how social ideas about race are both embedded in and transformed by technology. We will also highlight how communities of color have resisted the encroachment of harmful technologies and developed alternatives that promote racial justice. Topics covered will include: algorithmic bias, policing and borders, surveillance, disinformation, data colonialism, and labor issues like micro-tasking and data annotation. This introductory course has no prerequisites and welcomes students of all disciplines.
Terms: Win
| Units: 5
Instructors:
Toft Djanegara, N. (PI)
INTLPOL 268: Hack Lab: Introduction to Cybersecurity
This course aims to give students a solid understanding of the most common types of attacks used in cybercrime and cyberwarfare. Taught by a long-time cybersecurity practitioner, a recovering cyberlaw litigator, and a group of hearty, motivated TAs, each session will begin with a lecture covering the basics of an area of technology and how that technology has been misused in the past. Students will then complete a lab section, with the guidance of the instructor and assistants, where they attack a known insecure system using techniques and tools seen in the field. Each week, there will be a second lecture on the legal and policy impacts of the technologies and techniques we cover. By the end of the course, students are expected to have a basic understanding of some of the most common offensive techniques in use today as well as a comprehensive overview of the most important aspects of cyberpolicy and law. No computer science background is required. All students must have access to a Windows, Mac OS X or Linux laptop.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 3-4
Instructors:
Pfefferkorn, R. (PI)
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Stamos, A. (PI)
MS&E 265: Introduction to Product Management
Product Managers define a product's functional requirements and lead cross functional teams responsible for development, launch, and ongoing improvement. Uses a learning-by-doing approach covering the following topics: changing role of a PM at different stages of the product life cycle; techniques to understand customer needs and validate demand; user experience design and testing; role of detailed product specifications; waterfall and agile methods of software development. Group projects involve the specification of a technology product though the skills taught are useful for a variety of product roles. No prior knowledge of design, engineering, or computer science required.
Terms: Aut, Win
| Units: 3
PUBLPOL 353A: Science and Technology Policy
U.S. policies for science, technology, and innovation; political institutions that create and carry out these policies; government programs that support scientific research and the development and use of new technologies; political controversies surrounding some science and technologies and the regulation of research and technology; international aspects of science and technology; the roles of scientists, engineers, and physicians in creating and implementing policy; and opportunities to do policy work in government and other organizations. Assignments: analyzing the politics of particular executive and legislative proposals, assessing options for trying to reach specific policy objectives, and preparing mock memos and testimony. This course is designed primarily for graduate students in science, engineering, and medicine who want to learn more about science and technology policy and how it is made. Public Policy 353A is a "gateway course" - an introduction - both for students pursuing a joint degree or co-terminal degree in Public Policy and for other graduate students interested in S&T policy or possible careers in the policy world. Junior and senior undergraduate students are also welcome to enroll. There is no final for this course.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4-5
Instructors:
Windham, P. (PI)
STS 1: Introduction to Science, Technology & Society
The course introduces students to critical perspectives on the history, social context, epistemology, and ethics of science, technology, and medicine. The goal of the course is to learn about major concepts and methods from science & technology studies, introduced in the context of real-world issues.
STS 1 is the required gateway course for the major in Science, Technology & Society, but is open to students from all departments and disciplines. A final paper will be required. There will be no final exam.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-SocSci, WAY-A-II, WAY-SI
Instructors:
Ahmed, R. (PI)
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Martinez, N. (PI)
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Mullaney, T. (PI)
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Instructors:
Ahmed, R. (PI)
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Martinez, N. (PI)
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Mullaney, T. (PI)
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Adair, D. (TA)
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Ahmed, R. (TA)
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Dash, A. (TA)
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Papula, A. (TA)
STS 10SI: Introduction to AI Alignment
As we delegate more and more societal responsibilities to Artificial Intelligence, we raise pressing ethical questions about what will happen if these systems are not aligned with human-compatible values. Many people, including AI experts like Stuart Russell, believe that there is an urgent need to mitigate the risks associated with future advanced AI systems and to ensure that their contributions are beneficial to humanity and the world. This 8-week course explores these questions in small discussion-based environments led by student facilitators with targeted readings, weekly group discussions, and an optional project. We will start by exploring arguments for and against the importance of AI alignment work, especially in relation to reducing existential risk. Then, we will learn about existing AI safety technical research, efforts to implement policy measures that reduce AI risk, and how you can personally contribute to AI safety. Enrollment is by application only. Apply online at https://linktr.ee/stanfordaialignment by Sunday, April 9, 2023 at 9:00pm.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
Instructors:
Edwards, P. (PI)
STS 191W: Doing STS: Introduction to Research
This seminar introduces key analytical approaches and methodologies in the interdisciplinary field of STS, as well as basic tools for designing and conducting original research in STS and related social sciences. Students survey a series of influential studies that examined the intersection of science, technology and society; identify productive questions of their own interest; and explore how to pursue them through strong research design. By completing smaller writing assignments throughout the quarter, you will produce a fully developed research proposal as final assignment. This final proposal can serve as an honors prospectus for students who seek to participate in the STS honors program. First week attendance is mandatory.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
Instructors:
Sato, K. (PI)
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Ball, J. (TA)
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