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CS-3604: Professionalism in Computing

Description: Studies the ethical, social, and professional concerns of the computer science field. Covers the social impact of the computer, implications and effects of computers on society, and the responsibilities of computer professionals in directing the emerging technology. The topics are studied through case studies of reliable, risk-free technologies, and systems that provide user friendly processes. Specific studies are augmented by an overview of the history of computing, interaction with industrial partners and computing professionals, and attention to the legal and ethical responsibilities of professionals. This is a web-supported course, incorporating writing intensive exercises, making extensive use of active learning technologies. A grade of C or better required in CS prerequisite 3114.

Pathways: N/A

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: CS-1944 and (CS-2114 or ECE-3514) and (COMM-2004 or COMM-2014)

Required By: CS-4944

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 46

Average GPA: 3.80 (rounds to A-)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 75.98%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.58%

Daniel Dunlap202488.5%8.3%1.8%1.0%0.1%0.4%3.8241
Jixiang Fan202481.0%9.6%4.4%1.7%1.0%2.2%3.692
Donald S Mccrickard202281.2%14.1%4.2%0.6%0.0%0.0%3.722
Deborah G Tatar201950.0%31.3%12.5%0.0%0.0%6.3%3.361

Grade Distribution Over Time

1234GPA
Spring 2019Fall 2019Spring 2020Fall 2020Spring 2021Fall 2021Spring 2022Fall 2022Spring 2023Fall 2023Spring 2024Fall 2024Term050% W