ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
European History, Politics, Culture, Law, Economy
TEACHER
dr Dominika Iwan-Sojka
Description:
The course aims to discuss legal, ethical and social consequences of developing and deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI). In a wider sweep of legal ambiguities, it aims to provoke students to critically assess techno-chauvinism and increasing algocracy of states by balancing between common and individual interests. As a result, students will be able to reflect on the needs behind developing and deploying technology.
The course relates to ethical, social and legal implications of AI. It challenges the concept of AI by examining its occurrence in domestic, including EU, and international frameworks. Specific research areas cover AI-related concepts, applications across industries and states; environmental consequences of AI; ethics of AI – how far should we trust technology; discriminatory algorithms; data protection law; cybersecurity; AI on trial; weaponising AI; needs for international, EU and domestic regulations. The course encourages students to conduct an independent analysis of voluntary reading material and critically evaluate discussed matters, to research additional data and to clarify arguments and possible answers to the problems posed by machine learning tools.
Forms of teaching: lectures / seminars (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
HEURISTICS, REASONING METHODS AND
COGNITIVE BIASES
IN DESIGN
TEACHER
dr Iwona Pomianowska
Description:
Heuristics are simplified methods of reasoning necessary for functioning in situations of information load, which can sometimes lead to cognitive errors. The main aim of the module is to identify fundamental cognitive shortcuts, which are tools for maximizing the optimization of cognitive processes that occur both in the creative process and in the reception and interpretation of creative material. Acquiring the skills to recognize and predict these cognitive processes, which are mostly used unconsciously, helps in strategic media design to anticipate the behavior and decision-making processes of media recipients (e.g., film, television viewers, or game participants, particularly computer games). Students will become familiar with availability heuristics, anchoring-adjustment, and representativeness. Basic cognitive errors, as well as external and internal attributions, will be discussed and illustrated. The content of the module should increase the student’s awareness - as a potential creator or designer - regarding the responsibility for engaging the audience in effective information seeking, decision-making processes, reasoning, and methods of creative problem solving.
Forms of teaching: seminars (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
ALGORITHMICS 1
TEACHER
dr Barbara Marszał-Paszek
Description:
The module aims to acquire knowledge and skills in the following educational content:
• Analysis of algorithms,
• Elements of algorithmics: problem and specification; algorithm and various writing methods,
• Recursive algorithms,
• Algorithm modelling techniques: divide and conquer, dynamic programming, greedy algorithms, searching with backtracking,
• Analysis of selected search methods: linear search, binary search, interpolation search.
• The problem of choice (selection),
• Positional statistics,
• Sorting algorithms.
Forms of teaching:
Lectures (30 hours) Practical classes (30 hours)
Mode: online
ECTS: 5
OPERATING SYSTEMS
TEACHER
dr Przemysław Kudłacik
Description:
The aim of the module is to provide students with theoretical knowledge related to the basic problems of operating systems.
In addition, through practical laboratory classes, students acquire knowledge, skills and competencies related to the applied aspects of modern operating systems. Through practical classes, the module particularly prepares students for professional work in the field of configuration and use of operating systems of the Windows and Linux family, taking into account a number of basic system tools.
Forms of teaching: Lectures (15 hours) Practical classes (30 hours)
Mode: online
ECTS: 4
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND LAW
European History, Politics, Culture, Law, Economy
TEACHER
dr Dominika Iwan-Sojka
Description:
The student is required to prepare and present a project on the given aspect of Artificial Intelligence’s impact on the law. Projects are prepared and presented by a group of 3-4 students and each of them is required to establish their input on the project (formal requirement). Merits of the project constitute a substantive requirement for final evaluation. Final positive evaluation requires positive evaluation in both formal and substantive requirements. While presenting their project, students need to demonstrate they have learnt the indicated scope of knowledge on AI and law.
Topics:
1. Independent analysis of reading material and critical evaluation of discussed matters
2. Researching additional data / 3. Arguments and possible answers to the problems
4. AI-related terms and concepts, applications across industries and states
5. Ethics of AI – how far should we trust technology? / 6. International law on AI
7. European Union law on AI / 8. Decentralised regulation of AI / 9. Discriminatory algorithms
10. Data protection law / 11. Cybersecurity / 12. AI on trial / 13. Weaponising AI
14. AI systems - A need for regulation?
Forms of teaching: lectures / seminars (24h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
BIOMETRY
TEACHER
dr Anna Piekarska-Stachowiak, dr Marcin Lipowczan
Description:
This module offers a comprehensive introduction to biometry, the application of statistical methods to the analysis of biological data. Over the course of 30 hours, students will explore fundamental concepts and techniques used in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of biometric data. Key topics include experimental design, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and multivariate statistics. The module combines theoretical lectures with practical sessions, enabling students to apply statistical software to realworld biological datasets. By the end of the course, participants will have acquired the necessary skills to conduct and critically assess biometric analyses in various biological and medical research contexts.
• Overview of Biometry
• Importance and applications in biological sciences
• Types of biological data
• Basic statistical concepts • Descriptive statistics
• Probability distributions
• Principles of experimental design
• Randomization and replication
• Null and alternative hypotheses
• Control and treatment groups
• Types of errors (Type I and Type II)
• p-values and significance levels
• Data entry and cleaning
• Methods of data collection in biology
• Introduction to statistical software (e.g., R, Statistica)
• Biometry in medical research
• Biometry in ecological studies
Forms of teaching: lectures / seminars (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
CHALLENGES OF THE CONTEMPORARY WORLD
TEACHER
dr Katarzyna Ponikowska
Description:
The aim of the classes is to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and experiences necessary to effectively cope with the challenges of the modern world. By combining classes into a theoretical, sociological and practical part based on a specific film work, students develop critical thinking, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. We also support the development of specialist competences related to a given area of study.
The classes are a combination of theoretical sociological reflection and practical film analysis, combining the knowledge of sociology with the perspective of film production and distribution. Half of the classes, conducted by a doctor of social sciences, focus on theoretical aspects of the challenges of the modern world. Participants delve deeply into social structures, global phenomena and ethical dilemmas using sociological tools.
The second half of the classes is conducted by a sales agent and a film producer, introducing participants to the world of film as a medium of social analysis. Films and film materials are analyzed that explore topics discussed in sociology classes. Through this prismatic analysis, participants develop the ability to read film content in a social context.
Forms of teaching: seminars (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
CONVENTIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE ENERGY POWER PLANTS
TEACHER
dr Anna Piekarska-Stachowiak, dr Marcin Lipowczan
Description:
The subject aims to provide knowledge in the field of:
• structures of use of energy sources (change trends, prospects);
• organization of the electricity market;
• technologies for processing energy raw materials and energy production technologies, with particular emphasis on nuclear energy;
• new technologies in the energy sector and activities increasing energy efficiency;
• the impact of the combustion of fossil fuels on the environment and the technical and economic tools limiting this impact;
• renewable energy resources and legal and economic aspects of their use;
• possibilities of using waste energy sources. Additionally, the student completes a project on the impact of energy production on our planet and on human life (including the progress of civilization necessary for the development of science).
Topics:
1. Ways of producing energy
2. Comparison of different sources of electricity
3. Waste resulting from the production of electricity
4. Measurements and calculations of ionizing radiation doses
Forms of teaching: workshop (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
CRIMINALISTIC ASPECTS OF THE PROTECTION OF WORKS
OF ART
TEACHER
dr Oliwia Rybak –Karkosz
Description:
List of topics:
1. Basic terms for the art market and works of art
2. Art theft over the centuries
3. Vandalism and kidnapping of works of art.
4. Illicit trade of works of art
5. Art forgery - forgers’ modus operandi
6. Art forgery – case of Han van Meegeren
7. Scientific detection of fakes and forgeries. Forensic expertise of signature on paintings
8. Forensic archaeology. Legal problems of investing in archaeological heritage sites.
9. Underwater cultural heritage protection
10. Students’ presentations
Forms of teaching: seminar (20h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
FORENSIC SCIENCE IN MOVIES AND TV SERIES
TEACHER
dr Oliwia Rybak-Karkosz
Description:
List of topics:
1. Sherlock Holmes and a Brief History of Forensic Science.
2. Basic information. Crime drama.
3. Forensic science and movies: Crime Scene Investigation
4. Forensic science and movies: Line-up.
5. Forensic science and movies: scientific evidence.
6. Forensic science and movies: serial killers.
7. Forensic science and movies: criminal profiling.
8. Fiim and photography in forensic science.
9. Workshop: students own ideas for forensic science drama.
10. Students’ presentations.
Forms of teaching: seminars (20h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
FUNDAMENTALS OF NEUROBIOLOGY
TEACHER
dr Jacek Francikowski
Description:
The module „Fundamentals of Neurobiology” presents the content of neurobiological sciences, which is one of the fastest-growing areas of science. The classes provide a reductionist explanation of the processes regulating human behavior and show the connections between successive levels of observation and the study of animal behavior functions and mechanisms. The educational content includes: Molecular foundations of neurobiology. Mechanisms of nervous system development. Neurochemistry: chemistry of synaptic transmission, psychopharmacology, and addictions. Neuronal mechanisms of mental functions: perception, motor skills, memory, arousal level, motivations.
Forms of teaching: seminars(15h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
HISTORY OF THE BALTIC ZONE IN THE VIKING AGE. POLITICS,
ECONOMY AND CULTURE
TEACHER
dr Jakub Morawiec
Description:
The primary goal of the course is the study of the cultural, economic, and political interaction between the peoples of the Baltic region inhabiting the Western Slavic territories and Scandinavia in the Viking Age. The aim of the course is to show students that the Baltic zone was an common area of mutual and ongoing contacts and interactions in the Viking Age, that shaped the the region in the following periods and can be a very good point of reference for various possibilities and challenges countries of the region face today and will do in the future.
The programme of the course will consists of lectures on archaeology, history, and literature of the Western Slavic territories and Scandinavia in the Middle Ages. More precisely, the focus of the classes will be on the interpretation of archaeological finds, the political and economic history of Scandinavia and the Western Slavic territories, Scandinavian and Slavic historiography and other aspects of the literary developments in the region.
Special empasis will be put on interactions between various peoples in the Baltic zone and its consequences on political, social and cultural developments in the whole region.
Forms of teaching: lecture (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
HUMAN RIGHTS
TEACHER
dr Małgorzata Myl-Chojnacka
Description:
The aim of the classes is to present the meaning and role of human rights in the modern world, as well as to explain the concept of universality, inalienability and inviolability of these rights. The classes also aim to identify situations in which human rights are violated, as well as to explain what tools are available to respond to such violations. The aim of the seminar is also to develop the students’ ability to communicate, cooperate and express their views.
Human rights ensure that people have their basic needs met and protect vulnerable groups from abuse. They provide universal standards for the protection of individual rights, and international human rights law creates tools and mechanisms for responding to violations of these rights. During the seminar, the concept, sources and examples of human rights violations will be discussed. Particular attention will be paid to the prohibition of discrimination. Some topics will be devoted to the legal situation of people belonging to particularly sensitive groups - the selection of individual groups will be made after getting acquainted with the needs and interests of students. Example groups: children, ethnic minorities, elderly people, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, refugees, religious groups, victims of conflicts, women, etc. Classes will be conducted partly using non-formal teaching methods (so-called learning through practice). In addition, classes will be conducted using universal design tools and will be tailored to the individual needs of students.
Forms of teaching: seminar (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
STATISTICAL METHODS IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
TEACHER
dr Joanna Szymanowska-Pułka, assoc. prof.
Description:
Topics:
• Data management.
• Descriptive statistics: sorting data, description of variables, description of the character and structure of population basing on a sample.
• Frequency tables: construction and description, frequency table as an empirical distribution.
• Statistical distributions: normal distribution, t-Student distribution, chi-squared distribution, Fisher-Snedecor distribution, parameters of distribution.
• Techniques of statistical inference: statistical hypotheses, statistical significance, accepting and rejecting the null hypothesis
• Parametric significance tests for two variables: t- Student tests for two independent samples and two related samples, z test, Fisher-Snedecor test for two samples.
• Chi-squared tests: goodness-of-fit test, test of association between variables
Forms of teaching: workshop (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 5
THE UNITED NATIONS CONVENTION ON CONTRACTS FOR THE INTERNATIONAL SALE OF GOODS
TEACHER
dr Małgorzata Pohl-Michałek
Description:
During the course, some general issues in the context of the 1980 Vienna Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) will be discussed, in particular basic issues related to the conditions for the application of the CISG and the autonomy of the parties’ will (the possibility of including and excluding the CISG). In addition, issues related to the methodology of interpretation and application of the provisions of the Convention will be discussed, as well as basic issues related to the interpretative directives of the Convention, as well as rules on the interpretation of unilateral statements or conduct of the parties.
The importance of practices and customs will be discussed commercial transactions against the background of the CISG and the basic issues related to the principle of freedom in the form of the sales agreement and the principle of admissibility of any means of evidence in proving the fact of conclusion and content of the contract. During the class, the lecturer will discuss the basic issues related to the procedure of concluding and modifying the contract against the background of CISG, as well as the basic issues related to the rights and obligations of the parties, as well as legal remedies of the parties.
Forms of teaching: seminar (20h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
WELL-BEING AND COMMUNICATION
FROM A PSYCHOLINGUISTIC
PERSPECTIVE
TEACHER
dr Dagmara Gałajda
Description:
The main aim of the course is to familiarise students with the topic of well-being from the perspective of the humanities (with particular emphasis on linguistics and its areas) and social sciences (psychology, pedagogy, sociology). In addition to showing the connections between the various scientific fields and disciplines, and introducing and discussing basic concepts and trends, the aim of the course will be to discuss the current state of research on well-being and its transfer to various aspects of functioning in society, e.g. the development of communicative competence, the effectiveness of learning and skill acquisition, language and cultural acquisition, the need for (language) inclusivity.
Forms of teaching: seminar (30h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
WITNESS TESTIMONY – LEGAL AND
PSYCHOLOGICAL
ASPECTS
TEACHER
dr Joanna Koczur
Description:
The aim of the class is to provide the students with knowledge, experience and competence connected with the legal and psychological aspects of witness’s interview.
List of topics
- The concept and types of witnesses.
- Legal aspects of witness testimony.
- Interview – preparation and strategy.
- Interviewing witnesses – practical aspects.
- Theoretical issues in the study of memory.
- The impact of the factors (variables) on sincere witness testimony.
-The influence of the interviewing witnesses on correctness their recalls – regarding script theory and disinformation. Cognitive interview.
- False confessions. Interpretation of verbal and non-verbal behaviour.
- Estimating the reliability of eyewitness testimony and identification. Mistaken identification.
- Interviewing children and the old adult witnesses – rules and strategy.
Forms of teaching: seminar (20h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3
MATHEMATICS 2
TEACHER
dr Małgorzata Przybyła-Kasperek assoc. prof.
Description:
The aim of this module is to deepen and broaden the knowledge of mathematics. The course will cover the following topics:
• Integral calculus of functions of one variable,
• Continuity of functions of several variables,
• Differential calculus of functions of several variables,
• Integral calculus of functions of several variables,
• Elements of algebra, including matrix calculus and systems of linear equations,
• Elements of probability calculus, combinatorics.
Forms of teaching: seminar (60h)
Mode: online
ECTS: 4
DATABASES 1
TEACHER
dr Beata Zielosko assoc. prof.
Description:
Databases 1 introduces students to the fundamental principles of designing, creating, and managing relational databases.
Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for effectively storing, retrieving, and manipulating data using SQL, and will learn to design data structures in accordance with normalization principles.
Forms of teaching:
Lectures (15 hours) Practical classes (30 hours)
Mode: online
ECTS: 3