Information Package

Program of Management Information Systems

TBS416

INFORMATION LAW AND ETHICS

Course Code
TBS416
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Define and explain basic concepts related to information technology law.
  2. Identify and describe cybercrimes with relevant examples.
  3. Explain and apply evidence detection methods in cybercrime cases.
  4. Explain and evaluate national and international legislation regarding information technology law.
  5. Explain and interpret regulations regarding the protection of personal data.
  6. Explain the basic concepts of distance contracts.
  7. Define the use of electronic signatures and explain their applications.
  8. Identify and evaluate key topics in information and internet ethics.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course explores the use of information tools, the sources of information law, freedom of communication, regulation of communication tools, new developments in communication technologies, internet law, relevant legislative provisions, and ethical principles in the field of information.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Electronic signature, electronic notification
2nd Week National judicial informatics system project, audio and visual informatics system
3rd Week E-Consumer law, E-Commerce law
4th Week Internet banking law, electronic money, central bank digital currency and cryptocurrency law, crimes against honor in digital environments
5th Week Crimes against the privacy of personal life in digital environments, crimes against public morals in digital environments
6th Week Cybercrimes and crimes against property through information systems, virtual gambling and betting
7th Week Copyright, trademark and domain name law in the internet and software contexts
8th Week Midterm exam
9th Week Internet law, forensic informatics and digital evidence
10th Week Telecommunications law, cybersecurity
11th Week Technology development zones, digital tax law
12th Week Electronic procurement law
13th Week Blockchain and artificial intelligence law
14th Week Practical study on legal disputes in information technology, general review and applications
Recommended or Required ReadingEvci Eralp, Ö. (2024). Information technology law textbook. LegalTalks.

KVKK Academy. (2023). An academic perspective on the protection of personal data (Compilation Study). KVKK Publications.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 1 40 40
Course hours 13 3 39
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load143
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.76
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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