Computer Science

CS3983Professional Practice3 ch (3C) [W]

Covers social context of computing, professional and ethical responsibilities, risks and liabilities of computer-based systems, intellectual property, privacy and civil liberties, and professional certification by the Canadian Information Processing Society. Instructs students in the preparation of technical reports in Computer Science. Involves an independent study component resulting in a technical report, typically a survey paper. Covers basic writing, oral presentation and library skills.

Prerequisites: HUM 1021 and 70 ch completed.