GWST 352H - Women, Gender, and Information Technology (3)

This course examines important issues concerning women, gender, and information technology (IT). It considers women’s contributions to technology, from the 19th century Analytical Engine to contemporary cybersecurity industry; how women are impacted by technology; how women and girls fare in IT educational settings; and the way these issues intersect with multiple dimensions of experience, such as nationality, race, class and age. Students will connect these issues to their ow n experiences, including academic and career choices, and will utilize information technology to completing course assignments.

Grading: Graded/Pass Fail
Course ID: 100342
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Course Equivalents: GWST 352
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Also Listed As: CMSC 352, IS 352
Prerequisite: One CMSC, GWST, or IS course with a grade of ‘C’ or better.