The interdisciplinary nature of science and engineering is emphasized. A study of the issues and events that confront scientists and engineers today. Student presentations and student-led discussions cover such topics as ethics, social responsibilities, the environmental impact of technology, and the economics of research and technology. Students may not serve as teaching assistants in the same course twice. Students work with the instructor in a LSE course in leading discussion sections, helping students improve research skills, or assisting with the educational program presented as part of coursework.
Students meet regularly with the supervising instructor.