Module Code - Title:
AH4156
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UNDERSTANDING AI AND ITS SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS
Year Last Offered:
N/A
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
The purpose of this module is to provide a non-technical introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its many and varied implications for society, for economies, for culture and for individuals. The module provides an introduction to the language of AI and introduces students to some of the ethical considerations associated with the wider use of AI. It will also allow students to understand how AI impacts on specific sectors, groups and contexts.
Syllabus:
This module provides a non-technical introduction to students with little if any familiarity with Artificial Intelligence. The module will examine the history of AI and its increased prominence in the very recent past. Early in the module, students will be introduced to some of the key terminology associated with AI and with different types of AI. Prominent issues about AI and ethics will also be introduced and its potential positive and negative contributions will be examined. The remainder of the module will be devoted to looking at how AI is influencing different sectors such as healthcare, education, business, transport, social media and content creation, law and criminal justice and the operation of government and politics.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
- explain the basic concepts and components of artificial intelligence,
- to identify and describe real-world applications of AI in various sectors, such as healthcare, education, business, etc.
- critically assess the potential benefits and risks of AI in society, considering ethical, economic, and societal implications
- Explore the future of AI and society, including discussions on AI's role in the workplace and its potential impact on jobs and education
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
- Encourage and practice ethical decision-making by fostering awareness of AI-related ethical dilemmas and potential solutions.
- Promote responsible citizenship by considering the role of AI in public policy, governance, and advocacy for ethical AI development
- Reflect on the ethical and societal aspects of AI and its potential consequences, both personally and for society as a whole
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
This module will be taught in a highly interactive fashion using a combination of lectures and tutorials, during which students will be introduced to conceptual material, practical exercises and case studies, and guest speakers with experience in sectors relevant to the module. The module will contribute to achieving the graduate attribute aims of producing students who are curious, agile and responsible.
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Prime Texts:
Marcus, Gary and Davis,Ernest (2019)
Rebooting AI Building Artificial Intelligence We Can Trust
, Panteon
Makridakis, Spyros (2017)
The forthcoming Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution: Its impact on society and firms
, Futures 90
Cath, C., Wachter, S., Mittelstadt, B., Taddeo, M. and Floridi, L., (2018)
Artificial intelligence and the 'good society': the US, EU, and UK approach.
, Science and engineering ethics, 24,
Other Relevant Texts:
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Spring
Module Leader:
liam.murray@ul.ie