CS 201

3 credits

Survey of contemporary ethical issues in information technology and software development. Explore moral, social, and legal issues with information technology in the modern world. Construct arguments based on modern ethical issues, and issues explored through science fiction.

Prerequisite

Credit not allowed for both CS 201 and PHIL 201

Textbooks and Materials

Please check the CSU Bookstore for textbook information. Textbook listings are available at the CSU Bookstore about 3 weeks prior to the start of the term.

Instructors

Vidya Gaddy

Vidya.Gaddy@colostate.edu

1 section available

Section 801 (Online)

Registration ends Sunday, August 30, 2026.

Date

Aug 24 - Dec 13, 2026 (16 wks.)
Time:

Asynchronous
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Drop and withdrawal deadlines
- 100% tuition and fees refunded
  
  September 9, 2026
- 50% tuition refunded with 'W' grade
  
  October 19, 2026
- No tuition refunded and 'W' grade
  
  November 13, 2026
Instructors:

Vidya Gaddy
Tuition

$1,470

Listed tuition is subject to Board of Governors’ approval in early summer

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CS 201 - Ethical Computing Systems