As computer science continues to expand horizons there is a need for technologists with a helicopter s view , that is, who are aware of the relationship between prospective users in the workplace or in society, in regards to information technology. The first students were admitted into the programme in the autumn of 1995. Throughout the programme, information technology is placed into a wider context, where economic and legal aspects as well as psychological aspects are considered. The professional engineer must always keep in pace with technological development, especially within the area of computer science which exceeds other fields in rate of development. Male engineers often regard technology as a goal in itself, the more advanced technology, the better.
Women tend more often to be interested in the use of technology.
As most of today s engineers are male, a female engineer has many opportunities. In the information technology programme all aspects of technology are addressed. By starting out from a tangible problem, practical conditions are taken into consideration. Curriculum and Organization PBL requires a different curriculum, one which integrates mathematics, physics, computer science, technology, communication, leadership and other issues related to the role of the engineer. The first semester introduces the student to information technology, its role in society and the role of the working engineer.