SOC 3175A - Social Impact of Computers & Information Technology

Institution:

Dowling College (Closed)

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Description:

3 credits This course studies the social, cultural, and personal issues raised by the development and utilization of computers in all areas of contemporary society. It examines the information technology revolution in relation to the changing conditions of work, recreation, education, community devel opment, and political governance. Topics include: personal computer use, cybernetics and artificial intelligence, computer aided and managed instruction, technology transfers to the Third World, telecommunications, transnational corporate communication networks, and the commercial production and marketing of information as a commodity. The course con siders the implications for political freedom, economic opportunity, and personal adaptation in a society that encourages and accepts the new information technologies. Prerequisite: SOC 1001A or 1002A or ANT 1002A or permission of the instructor. Offered: 2008 - 2010.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DOWLING.EDU

Phone Number:

(631) 244-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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