Internet Law, Copyright and Computer Ethics

Course Number:
BUS-159-W001

Semester Hours: 1
Instructor: Tracy Purchase purchtra@niacc.edu

Course Description: The ever-evolving world of the Internet is filled with unseen traps and speed bumps. Many of these obstacles can be avoided with the right knowledge. Internet Law, Copyright and Computer Ethics is not designed to make you a lawyer or even totally understand all the laws. This course is designed to make you aware of some of the more important things to be aware of, keeping you out of trouble. (15-0)

Notes: O ( Open entry/open exit course, offered all terms, )

Textbooks: No book is required. This class uses articles from research and the Internet for the course.

Please note - This class may not be offered every term. Go to WebAdvisor > Students > Search for Sections - for the complete list of courses offered each term.

Contact the instructor via e-mail after registering for specific course instructions.

Most online course require a textbook. Contact the NIACC Bookzone to find out the textbook requirements. Make sure to let them know that you want the course materials for this online course.
www.niaccbookzone.com or 641-422-4500.

** Notes Key:
A - Instructor Approval Required;
C - Access Code required for this course;
E - Proctored Exams;
N - Does Not use ANGEL;
O - Open Entry - 15 weeks to complete the course;
P - Prerequisites;
S - Software required,

Technical Requirements for online classes:

NIACC uses the ANGEL Learning Management System for most online courses. This works with Internet Explorer 7 or 8 and Mozilla Firefox 3 on Windows computers and Firefox (Not Safari) on Macintosh computers.

Course descriptions, requirements, syllabus, assignments and testing procedures are subject to change.

Registration Information and Instructions
Technical Requirements and Frequently Asked Questions - Read this.
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