Social Issues & Ethics in Computing
Course #: IT 285L, Class #: 1979, Section #: 11
Description
This course explores some of the ethical and societal issues that are raised by computing. Topics include privacy, freedom of expression, intellectual property, liability, the effect of computing on social interaction, and human-computer interface issues. Students write an analytical paper on an appropriate topic and also present their findings to the class.
Prerequisites
Open to IT-BS and CM majors. Students in partner programs may register for this course starting 01/05/2026. Guest students and non-partner program students may submit registration requests starting 01/15/2026
Course Details
Date / Time
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
TuTh 4p.m. – 5:15p.m.
Location
McCormack M02-0404
Credits
3
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Dates
1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026
Location
McCormack M02-0404
Enrolled / Capacity
39 / 40
Status
Open