Description
Exploration of new developments in science and technological innovation, including automation, energy, medicine, bioengineering, social science, information technology, states of consciousness, and space. Emphasis on forecasting technological advances and assessing the economic and social impacts. An overarching theme is the influence of the information revolution in driving technological and social change.

Texts
Cetron and Davies, Probable Tomorrows (St. Martin's Press, 1997)
Weiner and Pescovitz, Reality Check (Hardwired, 1997)
Kaku, Visions (Random House, 1999)

Objectives
· To understand the current state-of-the-art in science and technology and to evaluate prospects for future advances.
· To forecast the products, processes, industries, and careers that may result from these emerging technologies.
· To assess the social and economic consequences of these developments on individuals, organizations, and society at large.
· To explore the intellectual significance of technological advancement in driving economic and social change.