Description:
The aim of the course is to provide an overview of theories of science and basic theoretical concepts that are relevant for research in the natural and engineering sciences. The main historical traditions and theoretical positions will be presented – empiricism, positivism, rationalism, pragmatism, phenomenology, etc - along with a brief review of the social, political and economic contexts in which science has developed. Particular focus will be on the recent discussions within the theory of science about the emergence of new fields of “techno-science” that mix science and technology in new combinations (biotechnology, nanotechnology, information technology, media technology, etc) as well as theories in the social and human sciences that deal with the relations between science, technology and society (or STS). The differences between various so-called modes of knowledge production will be discussed, as will the differences between such terms as research, development, invention, and innovation. The course will mix lectures by the teachers with student presentations of theoretical aspects of their projects. As such the course is meant to offer students an opportunity to reflect on their theoretical and conceptual assumptions, as well as obtain an understanding of the various theoretical positions. A list of literature will be presented prior to the course so that registered students may prepare for the course and immediately after the course it is expected that they write a paper based on their presentation
Organizer:
Professor Andrew Jamison, email: andy@plan.aau.dk
Lecturers:
Professor Andrew Jamison and Associate Professor Lars Brodersen, Aalborg Universityg
ECTS:
3
Time:
February 18 - 20, 2013
Place:
Aalborg University Copenhagen
A.C. Meyers Vænge 15
18/2 and 20/2: - Room C1/2.1.009
19/2: Room C1/2.1.005
Zip code:
2450
City:
Copenhagen SV
Number of seats:
30
Deadline:
January 28, 2013
Important information concerning PhD courses
We have over some time experienced problems with no-show for both project and general courses. It has now reached a point where we are forced to take action. Therefore, the Doctoral School has decided to introduce a no-show fee of DKK 5,000 for each course where the student does not show up. Cancellations are accepted no later than 2 weeks before start of the course. Registered illness is of course an acceptable reason for not showing up on those days. Furthermore, all courses open for registration approximately three months before start. This can hopefully also provide new students a chance to register for courses during the year. We look forward to your registrations.
- Teacher: Andrew Jamison