PHIL 220 Cyber Ethics
Course Information
| Course Number | PHIL 220 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Cyber Ethics |
| Description | This course introduces students to basic ethical theories and concepts and applies them to emerging issues in technology. It includes consideration of the ethical obligations of workers in technology industries along with controversies regarding social media, privacy, censorship, automation, and online discrimination(Prerequisites: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent].) (MNTC Goal Areas: 2 and 9). |
| Total Credits | 4 |
| Total Hours | 64 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 4 Credits, 64 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
Prerequisite: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent].
Institutional Core Competencies
- Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility - Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to engage in the social responsibilities expected of a community member.
Course Competencies
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic ethical concepts and theories.
- Identify the essential features of technology and important eras in technological progress.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding the design of technology.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding social media.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding censorship and access to information.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding the automation of work.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding artificial intelligence.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding the use of technology to extend and enhance human life.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding privacy and technology.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surround self-driving cars and automated drones.
- Demonstrate and understanding of the ethical issues surrounding cybercrime.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding online discrimination and harassment.
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.
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