Course Guide

Course Summary

We live in an era of rapid technological change which will increasingly see AI computer systems take over control and decision making in diverse areas from business, law and security to healthcare and food production. This seminar style course aims to equip you with the philosophical and ethical foundation needed by AI professionals who will be at the forefront of transformation through AI.

The course will: introduce the history of AI and fundamental philosophical issues; consider current ethical issues in AI; and explore the wider legal, social and economic impacts of widescale deployment of intelligent AI systems.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course you should have gained an understanding of the philosophical, ethical and legal issues related to AI system deployment. You should be able to:

  • CLO1 Apply relevant standards, ethical and social considerations, and thus demonstrate an understanding of issues related to the practice of an AI professional.
  • CLO2 Analyse and discuss social impact and professional issues related to AI and deployment of AI systems. In particular, evaluate implications of delegating control and decision making to AI systems.
  • CLO3 Analyse and evaluate professional practice case studies, and to assess the work of peers
  • CLO4 Communicate effectively to a variety of audiences through a range of modes and media, specifically, through written technical reports and oral presentations
  • CLO5 Use research principles and choose appropriate methods to analyse, theorise and justify conclusions about new situations in AI professional practice and/or research

Please refer to the detailed course guide here.