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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-2014 or COMM-2004)

Required By: CS-4944

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 102

Average GPA: 3.60 (A-)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 62.41%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.75%

Donald S Mccrickard202254.7%26.4%12.6%1.4%3.3%1.5%3.247
Daniel Dunlap202479.9%14.0%3.4%1.4%0.6%0.7%3.6975
Deborah G Tatar201937.0%49.7%9.7%1.5%1.2%1.0%3.1812
Francis Quek201280.2%9.2%3.0%1.1%5.3%1.1%3.502
David P Mcpherson200786.9%8.9%3.1%0.0%1.1%0.0%3.795
Jixiang Fan202385.7%4.7%4.7%2.3%0.0%2.4%3.761

Grade Distribution Over Time