Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will:
  • have an overall understanding of Information Systems, implementation and use of Information Systems and the role of IT/IS in organizations and society
  • be able to use Information Systems and technology relevant for learning and problem solving
  • have an understanding of the role of digitalisation for sustainable development.
  • have a firm basis for further studies within IT and Information Systems
  • understand the correlation between humans, organization and digitalization
  • be able to discuss and reflect upon ethical issues related to the use of Information Systems

Contents

  • The development of ICT from a historical perspective
  • Digitalization and the influence on the society
  • Societal consequences of a more digitalized world
  • Risk and Security
  • Legislation and ethical dilemmas, such as privacy and copyright
  • The role of digitalisation for sustainable development.
  • Philosophy of Science and Research within the IT/IS field

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures, group work and mandatory assignments. We will introduce ICT-based pedagogical tools for on- and off-campus activities. Campus-based activities are organised into seminar with a mix of various teaching activities.

 

The workload is estimated to 270 hours in total, 13 hours per week.

Examination requirements

Mandatory assignments must be passed.

Examinations

4-hour written, individual examination.

Student evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
IS-1200 – Introduction to Data Processing. 10
IS-3710 – Information Technology. 10
IS-3710 – Information technology. 10
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