Last modified: 28 Jun 2018 10:27
The course is primarily about the bidirectional interaction between new electronic technologies and changes in our society, addressing questions such as: What impact do E-Technologies have on society? What are the human factors involved in engaging in the electronic society? What is the impact of the electronic society on organisations? An overview of sectors: E-Commerce, E-Health, E-Learning, E-Governance, etc., and issues: Legal & ethical, security, privacy, intellectual property, software failure, digital divide. The course will study how societies and organisations must change to best utilise emerging technologies, and problems that arise.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt: 1 two-hour written examination (75%); continuous assessment (25%). In order to pass this course, candidates must obtain a pass mark in the overall combination of examination and continuous assessment.
Resit: 1 two-hour written examination (75%); continuous assessment mark carried forwards (25%). In order to pass this course, candidates must obtain a pass mark in the overall combination of examination and continuous assessment.
Tutorial sessions will provide students with practice opportunities and presentations and debates where feedback from staff will be given.
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