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2016-2017 University Catalog

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CS 306 - Synthesis of Ethics and Law for the Computing Professional

Credits: 3
Limited to 2 Attempts
Offered by Computer Science

Practical course to become effective computer professional. Examines legal and ethical issues surrounding computer technology and its use, as well as the foundation building that is necessary to deal with those challenges. Applies philosophical bases for ethical decision making to modern concerns raised by computers and technology. Addresses topics covered by CS 105 in a more intensive manner and focuses on the emerging legal and ethical issues involved in e-commerce and widespread use of the Internet.

Fulfills Mason Core requirement in synthesis.

Fulfills writing intensive requirement in the major.

Prerequisite(s): C or higher in CS 105; (COMM 100, and ENGH 302) or (HNRS 110 and HNRS 122, 130, 131, 230 or 240); junior standing (at least 60 credit hours).
Prerequisite(s) enforced by registration system.

Corequisite(s): All required Mason Core courses.

Notes: Computer science majors may use this course to satisfy the Mason Core synthesis requirement, so long as they have not previously taken CS 305 for credit.

Schedule Type: LEC
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0

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CS 306 - Synthesis of Ethics and Law for the Computing Professional