Training Course in: Ethics and Deontology in Information Services Fundamentals

General Objectives of the Course

At the end, it is intended that students discover the importance of Information
Ethics in the info-communication process, distinguish Ethics from Deontology and put the theme in focus in the present and future of the Information Age.

Admission Requirements

Senior Information Services Technicians, Senior Public Administration and Local Administration Technicians and other candidates with an interest in the topic covered.

Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.

Mode of Study

B-learning

Teaching / Evaluation language(s)

Portuguese

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

Mandatory presence in 2/3 of the training contact hours;
Quantitative 0-20 values.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

Ethical Understanding: Develop a deep understanding of the ethical principles that govern information services, including privacy, transparency, impartiality and social responsibility;
Critical Analysis: Ability to analyze complex ethical situations in the field of information, identifying ethical dilemmas and proposing well-founded ethical solutions;
Legal Awareness: Acquire knowledge of laws and regulations relevant to information management, ensuring compliance and avoiding illegal practices;
Social Responsibility: Recognize the importance of social responsibility in information management, considering the impact of decisions on society in general and contributing to social well-being.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Rules of creation and operation of non-degree courses at the University of Coimbra

Graduation Requirements

Mandatory presence in 2/3 of the training contact hours.

Access to Further Studies

Successful completion of this training is a preferential criterion for entry into the Postgraduate Course in Management of Information Services for Archive, Library and Museum, as long as the admission conditions are met and in accordance with the number of defined vacancies. Graduates who subsequently enter Postgraduate Studies will have this training recognized in the corresponding Postgraduate curricular unit.

Study Programme

Ethics and Deontology in Information Services Fundamentals

Academic year
2024-2025

Course Type
Non Degree Course

Qualification Awarded: Diploma/Certificate

Duration: 54 HORAS

ECTS Credits: 2.0