Empathetic Leadership and the Social Context of Computing

2 credits · College of Engineering catalogue

Advisory Prerequisite: None. Enforced Prerequisite: EECS 280; No OP/F. Minimum grade requirement of “C” for enforced prerequisite. (2 credits) Examines the social impacts of technology products and tools, with a focus on designing to prevent or reduce harmful outcomes. Students build the skills and mindsets needed to identify potential social harms and intentionally design to mitigate them. Emphasizes proactive, empathetic approaches to people-centered design through real-world case studies, guided reflections, and mini-projects.