It cooperates most closely with the departments of History, Philosophy, and Sociology. An M.S. and Ph. D are offered, as well as an undergraduate concentration in Humanities, Science, and Technology. The faculty of the Center teach a variety of undergraduate courses through other departments. Works in all of these areas are acquired as available.
Primary emphasis is on the impact of science and technology in the United States.
E. Languages English is the primary language of the collection. F. Treatment Materials pertaining to the history of philosophy and to the history of sociology, as well as historical studies in several scientific disciplines are collected extensively. Biographies of scientists and critical interpretations of their works are collected selectively. Monographs and periodicals form the nucleus of the collection. The library collects basic indexes, abstracts, and encyclopedias relating to the field.