These issues include privacy and information, wiretapping and encryption, safety and reliance on technology, intellectual property, free speech in cyberspace, computer crime and hacking, computerized workplaces, and general social, political and professional issues. No previous knowledge of computing is assumed, although it is an advantage. You are responsible for familiarizing yourself with all the information there. The above list is a tentative schedule. Changes will be announced in class and posted on the web-site.
Students are responsible for ensuring that they are aware of changes.
Learning Cell sessions are compulsory. Assignments will not be marked after one week past the due date. You are expected to be familiar with the university policy on these matters. See the Dalhousie University Calendar, p26. See also the course web site s guidelines for writing philosophy papers.