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Learn why ethics matter to computing professionals
With the rise of artificial intelligence and machine learning, ethics has come to the forefront of the conversation in IT and computer sciences
Through this course we will explore the history of ethics as it relates to IT professionals, and the impact an ethical approach to development of software and tools can have on businesses. Computer ethics is one of the fastest growing areas of interest within IT related industries. A solid knowledge of this field is valued by employers, many of which have an appreciation of the broader impacts software and hardware can have on communities and societies.
Through this course you will learn how to mitigate ethical risks and improve your decision making, valuable skills for any information technology professional.
This course is part of our Study with Australia collection, with free upgrades and digital certificates supported by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission until 31st July, 2020. Explore more courses from leading Australian education providers.
This course is aimed at anyone studying or planning to study a computing course whether at undergraduate or postgraduate level but will be especially useful for computing professionals working in any industry. Anyone with an interest in ethics or professionalism in a computing context is also welcome and encouraged to join this course.
Overview
Syllabus
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- Ethics in Computing
- What is ethics and why it matters?
- What are the main ethical theories?
- Why a branch for ethics in computing is needed.
- Kant’s Categorical Imperative
- Who is a computing professional?
- Who is a computing professional?
- Do computing professionals have special responsibilities?
- Common ethical problems in computing and strategies for solving them
- Greg faces a challenging day at work.
- Ethical Analysis
- The Doing Ethics Technique
- Rationale
- Professional Conduct
