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CS 302* The Why Behind Everyday Technologies (*=Junior Seminar) 6 credits
What makes computers computers? Are computers defined by their existing functionalities, future capabilities, individual components, or something else? Are there inherent risks to the technologies we surround ourselves with, and are there ways we can mitigate those risks to live happier lives? How do we arrive at a ‘true’ interpretation of data, and does its presentation and visualization matter?
By peering into the black-box of everyday technologies alongside the philosophical discussions they engender, we will investigate the fundamental questions computing technologies and its mind-bending pace of advancement are posing in our lives, communities, and society. Technical communication is emphasized through student-led discussions, project pages for written and visual communication, and presentations.
16 seats held for CS Match until the day after X priority registration.
- Winter 2026
- FSR, Formal or Statistical Reasoning
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Student has completed any of the following course(s): CS 200 or CS 201 with a grade of C- or better or received a Carleton Computer Science 201 or better Requisite Equivalency.
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CS 302*.01 Winter 2026
- Faculty:Jean Salac 🏫 👤
- Size:16
- M, WHulings 120 11:10am-12:20pm
- FHulings 120 12:00pm-1:00pm
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13 seats held for CS Match until the day after Junior priority registration.