CS 117: Computer Ethics

Credits 2

Covers essential topics of information and technology ethics. Students will understand what to do and what not to do as a user and an employee. Topics include: ethics and information technology, IT configured societies, information flow, privacy and surveillance, digital intellectual property, and professional ethics in computing. Students work in small groups to discuss important issues based on scenarios given. $35 virtual desktop fee.

Prerequisite

A grade of 2.5 or higher in CS 101 or concurrent enrollment in CS 101, and a grade of 0.7 or higher in ENGL 99 or a higher ENGL class or placement above ENGL 99.