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CS 3604: Professionalism in Computing
Studies the ethical, social, and professional concerns of the computer science field. Covers the social impact of the computer, implications and effects of computers on society, and the responsibilities of computer professionals in directing the emerging technology. The topics are studied through case studies of reliable, risk-free technologies, and systems that provide user friendly processes. Specific studies are augmented by an overview of the history of computing, interaction with industrial partners and computing professionals, and attention to the legal and ethical responsibilities of professionals. This is a web-supported course, incorporating writing intensive exercises, making extensive use of active learning technologies. A grade of C or better required in CS prerequisite 3114. Pre: 3114. (3H,3C) I, II.
PREREQUISITESSuccessful completion of CS3114 and COMM 2004.
NOTEThis course does not fulfill the requirements for CS minors as a 3000-level course option, or a higher level course for potential internal transfer applicants.
TEXTS
“Ethics”Ethics and Technology: Ethical Issues in an Age of Information and Communication Technology , Herman T. Tavani, Wiley.
“Arguments” Writing Arguments: A rhetoric with readings, Fifth Edition Ramage, J. D., Bean, J.C., Johnson, J. New York: Pearson Longman.
Various articles and online materials.
GRADING
1. Writing Assignments - 60%2. In class Presentations and Participation - 30%3. Service Learning Project - 10%
1. Writing Assignments (10) - 60%
• Résumé and cover letter• Toulmin Argument Structures• Essay Outlines• Essays (5 paragraph format)• Business Memo• Midterm Quiz
2. In class Presentations and Participation - 30%• Questions (10%)
– Response to 5 sets of questions (2% each set)– Submit online and bring to class for discussion
• Class Contributions (5%)
– In Class Discussion and Contribution– Out of Class Contribution, Forums, Materials– Group exercises– Other
• Final Case Study Presentation (15%) – 10 min– Case Drives Topic (Preapproved Case)– Audio/Visuals Help Guide Audience– Appropriate Detail and Depth
3. Service Learning Project - 10%15 hours total involvement in any of the following: • CS2
– [email protected]– http://www.cs2.org.vt.edu
• Computer Science Resource Consortium / CS Information Sessions – CS Department: 2050 Torgersen 231-3984– Terry Arthur [email protected]– Libby Bradford [email protected]
• Association of Women in Computing Day – http://www.awc.org.vt.edu/
• Organize and Lead an Out-of-Class Recitation, including some Form of Reflection Activity:– Handout or overview with questions and explanation of relevance to
class– Discussion or Volunteer Activity– 2 Hours credit for each activity for Leader (6 Hours Max)– 1 Hour credit for participant (4 Hours Max)
Tuesday Topic and Weeks Reading
Thursday Topic and Assignment Due FRIDAY
Aug 28 Syllabus Resume Writing
Aug 30 Body Language
Resume Draft Sep 4 Service Learning Resume Tuning
Sep 6 Case Studies Preparation
Read Ch. 1 Ethics Resume FinalSep 11 Essay Writing Tips, Intros
Sep 13 Interviewing CSRC Prep
Read Ch. 2 EthicsCh. 1,2 Arguments
Question Set 1 CSRC QuestPresentation Outline
Sep 18 CSRC Panel
Sep 20 CyberEthics
Read Ch. 3,4 Arguments Outline CyberEthics
Sep 25 Arguments Intro
Sep 27
Question Set 2 Novel Issue Read Case Illustrations Read Ch. 3 Ethics
Essay CyberEthics
Oct 2 Toulmin Structure
Oct 4 MEET IN Newman 207
Question Set 3 Read Ch. 4 EthicsCh. 5 Arguments
Outline ACM Argument (Pro AND Con)
Oct 9 ACM Code
Oct 11 Code of Ethics Criticisms
Read Appx A,B,C Ethics Essay ACM Argument
Oct 16 Ethics Theories
Oct 18 Reading Arguments
Question Set 4Read Ch. 5 Ethics
STUDY !!!
Oct 23 Business Memo
Oct 25
Midterm Quiz Business Memo
Oct 30 Open Source Nov 1
Read Coase's Penguin Essay Open Source
Nov 6 Privacy
Nov 8 Privacy
Question Set 5Read: Privacy, Tech & Care
Essay Privacy
Nov 13 Hacker Ethics
Nov 15 Relativism
Essay Hacker Ethic
Nov 20 Thanksgiving Nov 22 Break
Nov 27 Patents
Nov 29 Philosophy of Technology
Read: Computer Interface Design & Phil of Technology
Dec 4 Dec 6 Dec 11 Wrap Up