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Contemporary Issues in Information Technology

Southern Cross University
Lismore , Australia
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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Computer Science | Cybersecurity | Information Technology
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Unit of Study ISYS1004 - Contemporary Issues in Information Technology

Unit Overview

The Unit of Study ISYS1004 focuses on contemporary issues in information technology, considering social, ethical, and legal factors associated with the human impact, ethics, regulation, privacy, law, equity, access, and cultural and indigenous issues that influence and affect the information and communication technology industries.


Unit Description

Creating and using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) applications requires consideration of social, ethical, and legal factors. This unit delves into issues associated with human impact, ethics, regulation, privacy, law, equity, access, and cultural and indigenous issues which influence and affect the Information and Communication Technology industries. Examples are discussed to illustrate these concepts.


Unit Content

The unit covers the following topics:


  1. Ethics/Cyberethics and critical thinking
  2. Ethical aspects of digital divide, equity, access, indigenous culture, and cyberculture
  3. Professional ethics in ICT
  4. ICT in all aspects of life
  5. Issues caused by ICT
  6. Regulation of inappropriate content within ICT

Availabilities

The unit is available at the following locations and terms:


  • China - Guangxi UST: Term 4 (International)
  • Gold Coast: Term 4 (Domestic and International)
  • Melbourne: Term 4 (International)
  • Online: Term 4 (Domestic and International)
  • Papua New Guinea - IBSU Port Moresby: Term 4 (International)
  • Perth: Term 4 (International)
  • Sydney: Term 4 (International)

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:


  • Discuss the impact of Information and Communication Technologies upon society
  • Illustrate indigenous culture and cyberculture ethical issues associated with Information and Communication Technology
  • Explain the ethical requirements for professionals in the area of Information and Communication Technology
  • Discuss the role of society and governments in legislating and regulating the use of Information and Communication Technologies

Prescribed Learning Resources

Term 4

  • Prescribed Texts: Information not currently available
  • Prescribed Resources/Equipment: Information not currently available Note: Prescribed Learning Resources may change in future Teaching Periods.

Unit Details

  • Unit type: UG Coursework Unit
  • Credit points: 12
  • Faculty/College: Faculty of Science and Engineering
  • Placement: No
  • Enrolment information: N/A
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