The course aims to provide students with concepts and knowledge of technology trend and its impact on the society.  It stimulates students to have a basic awareness of the legal responsibilities, ethical obligations and professional conduct as an IT professional; and understand issues relating to sustainable development, health and safety in the workplace of an information society.  Eminent professionals are invited to deliver some of the lectures, aiming to provide students with some professional insights leading to the need for life-long learning.

For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for the examination must be obtained.