course_info:cis_3000
Include a brief summary of the course topics and requirements, the general format of the course, and the methods of evaluation.
Skills and knowledge students should have prior to beginning the course:
- CS background
- an open mind
- an interest in writing and expressing your opinions in a blog format
Course Topics:
- Ethical theories as they apply to creating and managing software projects
- Computer reliability
- IP
- Privacy
- Security
- Crime
- Work and Health
- Social context
- Professional ethics
Course Format:
- Lecture format: seminars based on readings and found articles
- Online materials location and format: Ethics for the Information Age (5th Edition) - this is a must have as there will be weekly readings from this book. It is available from the publisher in an electronic form. (http://www.coursesmart.com/013287184X)
Method of evaluation:
- Number of Assignments: 3-4
- Number of Quizzes: 10 based on weekly readings
- Formal Midterm: none
- Course project: Case study report and presentation
- Final Exam: none
- Group work: participation in class discussions
- Written documents: blogs and case study write-ups
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