Ethical Issues for Mechanical Engineers

3 Credits

Introduction to Engineering Ethics familiarizes students with the methods used for developing ethical approaches in engineering practice. Through reading, writing and discussion this course takes a ‘case-study’ approach. Cases are historical and contemporary and may include: Challenger, Chernobyl, Bhopal, Ford Pinto, Essure as well as more general areas as: Genetic Technology, Energy, AI, Medical Technology and the newly emerging study of Design Ethics. Each student will research and prepare a major presentation. Senior standing and/or instructor permission required. Prerequisites: ME 111 Can be taken Concurrently: ME 111