Ethics and Technology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

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Technological developments have had a massive impact on individuals and societies—sometimes good, sometimes bad, sometimes ugly, often mixed. This course uses concepts and tools of ethical and philosophical reflection to evaluate how we ought to use and develop technologies—past, present, and future—based on ethical concerns such as the impact on the well-being, justice, fairness, virtue, and respect for persons. Various technological areas may be addressed, such as biotechnology, medical technology, information technology, nanotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence, and computing. Course Fee: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.