1. CS 3604: Professionalism in Computing 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. Pre: 3114. (3H,3C) I, II. PREREQUISITES Successful completion of CS3114 and COMM 2004. NOTE This course does not fulfill the requirements for CS minors as a 3000-level course option, or a higher level course for potential internal transfer applicants.

2. TEXTS “Ethics” Ethics and Technology: Ethical Issues in an Age of Information and Communication Technology, Herman T. Tavani, Wiley. “Arguments” Writing Arguments: A rhetoric with readings, Fifth Edition Ramage, J. D., Bean, J.C., Johnson, J. New York: Pearson Longman. Various articles and online materials.

3. GRADING 1. Writing Assignments - 60% 2. In class Presentations and Participation - 30% 3. Service Learning Project - 10%

4. 1. Writing Assignments (10) - 60% Résumé and cover letter Toulmin Argument Structures Essay Outlines Essays (5 paragraph format) Business Memo Midterm Quiz

5. 2. In class Presentations and Participation - 30% Questions (10%) – Response to 5 sets of questions (2% each set) – Submit online and bring to class for discussion Class Contributions (5%) – In Class Discussion and Contribution – Out of Class Contribution, Forums, Materials – Group exercises – Other Final Case Study Presentation (15%) – 10 min – Case Drives Topic (Preapproved Case) – Audio/Visuals Help Guide Audience – Appropriate Detail and Depth

6. 3. Service Learning Project - 10% 15 hours total involvement in any of the following: CS 2 – cs2@vt.edu – http://www.cs2.org.vt.edu http://www.cs2.org.vt.edu Computer Science Resource Consortium / CS Information Sessions – CS Department: 2050 Torgersen 231-3984 – Terry Arthur arthurt@vt.eduarthurt@vt.edu – Libby Bradford bradford@vt.edubradford@vt.edu Association of Women in Computing Day – http://www.awc.org.vt.edu/ http://www.awc.org.vt.edu/ Organize and Lead an Out-of-Class Recitation, including some Form of Reflection Activity: – Handout or overview with questions and explanation of relevance to class – Discussion or Volunteer Activity – 2 Hours credit for each activity for Leader (6 Hours Max) – 1 Hour credit for participant (4 Hours Max)

7. Tuesday Topic and Weeks Reading Thursday Topic and Assignment Due FRIDAY Aug 28 Syllabus Resume Writing Aug 30 Body Language Resume Draft Sep 4 Service Learning Resume Tuning Sep 6 Case Studies Preparation Read Ch. 1 Ethics Resume Final Sep 11 Essay Writing Tips, Intros Sep 13 Interviewing CSRC Prep Read Ch. 2 Ethics Ch. 1,2 Arguments Question Set 1 CSRC Quest Presentation Outline Sep 18 CSRC Panel Sep 20 CyberEthics Read Ch. 3,4 Arguments Outline CyberEthics Sep 25 Arguments Intro Sep 27 Question Set 2 Novel Issue Read Case Illustrations Read Ch. 3 Ethics Essay CyberEthics Oct 2 Toulmin Structure Oct 4 MEET IN Newman 207 Question Set 3 Read Ch. 4 Ethics Ch. 5 Arguments Outline ACM Argument (Pro AND Con) Oct 9 ACM Code Oct 11 Code of Ethics Criticisms Read Appx A,B,C Ethics Essay ACM Argument

8. Oct 16 Ethics Theories Oct 18 Reading Arguments Question Set 4 Read Ch. 5 Ethics STUDY !!! Oct 23 Business Memo Oct 25 Midterm Quiz Business Memo Oct 30 Open SourceNov 1 Read Coase's PenguinCoase's Penguin Essay Open Source Nov 6 Privacy Nov 8 Privacy Question Set 5 Read: Privacy, Tech & CarePrivacy, Tech & Care Essay Privacy Nov 13 Hacker Ethics Nov 15 Relativism Essay Hacker Ethic Nov 20 ThanksgivingNov 22 Break Nov 27 Patents Nov 29 Philosophy of Technology Read: Computer Interface Design & Phil of TechnologyComputer Interface Design & Phil of Technology Dec 4Dec 6 Dec 11 Wrap Up