Algemene informatie
| Vakcode | XB_0113 |
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| Studiepunten | 3 EC |
| Periode | P5 |
| Vakniveau | 200 |
| Onderwijstaal | Engels |
| Faculteit | Faculteit der Bètawetenschappen |
| Vakcoördinator | dr. D.J. Beckers |
| Examinator | dr. D.J. Beckers |
| Docenten |
dr. D.J. Beckers A. Szczepura |
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Onderdeel van opleiding(en)
Bachelor
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Praktische informatie
Voor dit vak moet je zelf intekenen. De inteken- en afmeldtermijnen staan op VU.nl
| Onderwijsvorm | Werkcollege, Werkgroep, Deeltentamen schriftelijk, Hoorcollege |
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Doelgroepen
Dit vak is ook toegankelijk als:
Doel vak
Students acquire knowledge and understanding about the history of computing / AI from various perspectives: computing as a scientific goal, computing as a government (administrative or military) objective / ideal, computing as an economic enterprise (Knowledge and understanding).
Students can apply that knowledge and understanding to describe the meanings digital culture has or may have for various people in contemporary society (Applying knowledge and understanding).
Students are able to communicate their knowledge and understanding in an effective way, and from various perspectives - thereby they will be better equipped to reflect on their subject of study (Communication)(Making judgements)
Inhoud vak
Various subjects from the history of computing will be treated. Several highlights will be discussed and placed within the social context of its time. By discussing these highlights from several points of view the history of computing / AI will serve as a way to illustrate the various roles of computing / AI in society.
Aanvullende informatie onderwijsvormen
Lectures, and (non mandatory) workgroups and assignments. Optional quizzes helping to study; extracurricular activities for more in-depth info. Gen AI level 1:Use of Gen AI is not permitted.
Toetsvorm
Written exam (Perkins AI scale: 1); assignments allow students to skip a specifically designated 1 point question in the exam, if at least four assignments are graded "complete" (Perkins AI scale: 2)
Resit possible for the exam. In principle resubmission of assignments is not allowed.
Literatuur
- Martin Campbell-Kelly a.o., Computer: A history of the information machine (fourth edition, 2023). Students are required to read chapters 4-15.
Aanvullende informatie doelgroep
Bachelor AI (year 1)
Overige informatie
More information about the course, please contact the course coordinator: W&N room A652, d.j.beckers@vu.nl.
Toelichting Canvas
On Canvas (in the "Modules" tab) will be announced which chapters you're supposed to prepare for the next lecture. There are optional extra's as well.