MA 531 - Emerging Technology and the Law

This course provides a forum for students to consider the relationship between key emerging technologies and the law. Each module discusses the legal implications of a particular emerging technology such as autonomous cars, drones, robots, big data, artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, quantum computing, and 3D printing. Students will be asked to consider whether existing legal frameworks are sufficient to address issues related to emerging technologies and the basis for new frameworks will be considered.
Units: 3
Grading: Letter Grade