Course Schedule and Catalog

Department: History

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Seminar

Credit Hours: 3

Description: TECHNOLOGIES OF NATIONALISM ***** The rise of the modern nation-state and the development of nationalism throughout the globe took place in an era of scientific and technological innovation. In this seminar we will analyze, through a series of case studies from around the world, the close relationship between nationalism and technology. Topics will include the advent of the railroad, urban reform and renewal, auto mobility, air travel and warfare, the space race, and the information technology revolution. Limited enrollment. Not offered 2003-2004.