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BT306: IT in Society

Module Title IT in Society
Module Code BT306
Module Tutor Julie Paterson
School Computing and Technology
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 6
Pre-requisites 60 CATS from any Level V Dept. of Comp. modules
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description This module introduces students to the sociology of technology as a theoretical framework for examining the social aspects of information and communication technologies. This module broadens students' critical perspective on the social, political and economic aspects of ICTs in various contexts, e.g. commerce, industry, education, medicine, defence, engineering, law, finance and government agencies.
Indicative Syllabus N/A
Learning Outcomes i. Knowledge and Understanding

By the end of the module, students should be able to:

a) evaluate the social consequences of the widespread diffusion of communication and information technologies

b) examine the applications and implications of ICTs in a variety of contexts

c) propose and defend the key principle of actively shaping technological change rather than passively responding to it

d) apply the competing philosophical perspectives to the information society, post-industrialism, globalisation.



ii. Skills
Students will use a wide range of sources to find relevant information and differing opinion and numerical data to support these. They will disseminate their synthesised findings and conclusions by web-based discussion groups, seminar presentations and through the written assessment.
Learning and Teaching Activities Staff/student contact time (20%): Lectures and seminars.
Student private study (80%): Students will be expected to read widely to consolidate lecture content, explore new areas and prepare for seminars
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent
002: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent
Special Assessment Requirements None
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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