PHIL 421
Philosophy of Emerging Technology
This course is an upper-level exploration of philosophical issues raised by recent and near-future technologies, including artificial intelligence, climate engineering, virtual reality, surveillance tech, gene editing, anti-aging treatments, and engineered viruses. We consider well-being, justice, agency, risks, and how we ourselves might best influence the course of the future.
Prerequisites & course information
Two prior courses in Philosophy (PHIL) or Economics (ECON). (Prerequisites enforced at registration.) (3). May not be repeated for credit.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027
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Catalogue variants
- Philosophy of Emerging Technology · 3 · Graduate credit