Course overview
This online course explores the critical role that standards play in modern society and technological development. From historical examples to today’s digital infrastructure, you will discover how standards enable communication, interoperability, innovation, and trust across industries. The course also examines the organisations behind standardisation, the evolution of technical standards, and the ethical considerations that arise as technologies such as artificial intelligence continue to advance.
What you will learn:
- Fundamentals of standardisation and the characteristics of effective standards.
- The historical development and societal importance of standards.
- The role of standards in modern technologies, digital communications, and telecommunications.
- Key organisations involved in developing and maintaining standards.
- Ethical and privacy considerations in standardisation and emerging technologies.
- Future trends and challenges in the evolving field of technology standards.
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