ITC 4313, IT Ethics and Professionalism 1
Course Learning Outcomes for Unit V Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:
5. Analyze intellectual property rights related to computing, software engineering, and data communications issues. 5.1 Describe how management decisions involve intellectual property rights related to IT issues in a
given scenario. 5.2 Determine ethical considerations for developing and distributing various types of software in a
given scenario. Reading Assignment Chapter 6: Intellectual Property Chapter 7: Ethical Decisions in Software Development Unit Lesson
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Suggested Reading In order to access the following resource, click the link below. This article reinforces the lesson information on intellectual property and software development. George, C. N., & Millien, R. (2015). Protecting IP in an Agile software development environment. Landslide,
7(6), 34–41. https://libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bcr&AN=109128869&site=eds-live&scope=site
Learning Activities (Nongraded) Nongraded Learning Activities are provided to aid students in their course of study. You do not have to submit them. If you have questions, contact your instructor for further guidance and information. Research several companies such as Nike, Gap, Goodyear, or any other mega franchise of your choice. Explore their copyright, trademarks, and patents. What do you believe is their inherent control of their intellectual property? How do they handle their software development strategies? Explain in a one page report.
UNIT V STUDY GUIDE Intellectual Property and Software Development
- Course Learning Outcomes for Unit V
- Reading Assignment
- Unit Lesson
- Suggested Reading
- Learning Activities (Nongraded)
