Transhumanism

Undergraduate

Technological and intellectual trends in human hybridity and self-directed evolution, as well as critical examination of posthumanism and pseudo-religious attitudes about the so-called singularity. Key figures may include T. de Chardin, H. Morevec, M. Minsky and R. Kurzweil. Course Format: Seminar, 3 hours per week. Prerequisite(s): One PHIL credit or permission of the instructor Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.