2026-2027 Academic Catalog

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Tech for Humanity (TFH) Minor

The Minor in Tech for Humanity requires 18 credit hours distributed as follows:

I. Introductory Experience6
Required Minor Courses
The Skeptic’s Guide to AI
AI, Creativity, and the Art of Being Human
Subtotal6
II. Mid-Level Experience9
Required Minor Courses
Innovation in Context
Elective Courses - at least one must be 3/4XXX
Select one of the following:
Introduction to Science Fiction and Fantasy
Learning from Play: What Video Games Teach About Humanity and Behavior
Introduction to Public Interest Technology
Biomedical Ethics
Ethical Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence
The Politics of Internet Governance
The Dark Web and Threat Analytics
The Politics of Cybersecurity
Systems Thinking for Public Policy
Data and the Art of Policy-Making and Planning
Science, Technology, and Environment
Technology Ethics
Technology and Disability
Select one of the following:
Introduction to Science, Technology, and Society
Introduction to Technology and Race
Engineering Cultures
Global Science and Technology Policy
Introduction to Data in Social Context
History of Technology
History of Technology
Energy and Society
Contemporary Issues in Science, Technology, and Society
Subtotal9
III. Capstone Experience3
Required Minor Courses
Select one of the following:
Transdisciplinary Enabling Capability Studio
Field Study
Undergraduate Research
Undergraduate Research
Subtotal3
Total Credits18

Graduation Requirements

Students enrolled in the minor must also complete the following graduation requirements:

  • Hours Requirement: Students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours to earn the Tech for Humanity minor.
  • GPA Requirement: Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in courses used to fulfill this minor. All courses listed above are included in the calculation of the minor GPA.
  • Prerequisites: Some courses listed above have prerequisites or enrollment restrictions. Students should consult the Academic Catalog and/or contact their Academic Advisor for prerequisite and enrollment information.
  • Double Counting: Courses completed for other degree programs may also count toward this minor, provided the course is listed among the approved requirements or electives for the minor.