The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Technology, Humans and Society, Master's programme

Teaching language

Norwegian

Course contents

The course deals with the philosophy of technology. The three most relevant questions to be discussed cover three main areas: (i) What is technology? (ii) What is the relation between humans and technology? (iii) What kind of new philosophical questions arise as a consequence of today’s digital technology? Special attention will be paid to artificial intelligence. We will read both historical and contemporary texts.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students shall

Knowledge

  • Have an overview of different ways of comprehending what technology is

  • Have insight into central questions related to the philosophy of technology

  • Have insight into central questions related to artificial intelligence

Skills

  • Be able to discuss central concepts and theories within the philosophy of technology

  • Be able to apply concepts and theories from the philosophy of technology to today’s technology and technological development

General competences

  • Be able to explain the value and relevance of the philosophy of technology for today’s technology and technological development

Examination requirements

Students must have participated at the compulsory gathering (3-4 days) during the semester, submitted two preliminary tests, and completed at least one tutorial (digital). For dates and further information, see Canvas.

Teaching methods

The course is digital with one physical gathering, digital lectures, short and long written assignments, web-based discussions both individual and in groups, and supervision.

The workload is estimated at 270 hours.

Evaluation

The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Assessment methods and criteria

One short article (400-800 words), counts 10 %
One longer article (about 5000 words), counts 90 %
Adjusting, digital oral examination

All examinations are individual.
Graded assessment.

Last updated from FS (Common Student System) July 18, 2024 1:45:50 AM