COS 260 Ethical and Professional Issues in Computing

Considers the impact of computer use on society. Discusses ethical use of software and protection of intellectual property rights. Topics will include: technology in scripture; distinctions between technology and science, technology and economics, technology and development; mankind’s use of technology in relation to the cultural mandate; and man as a creator. A major topic will be the responsibility of professionals based an examination of the IEEE/ACM professional code of ethics. This course requires a student laptop - see Department Laptop Policy. 3 hour(s). W, S.