Integrating Ethics into Engineering Education

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Author(s): Chunfang Zhou (Aalborg University, Denmark), Kathrin Otrel-Cass (Aalborg University, Denmark)and Tom Børsen (Aalborg University, Denmark)
Copyright: 2015
Pages: 15
Source title: Contemporary Ethical Issues in Engineering
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Satya Sundar Sethy (Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-8130-9.ch012

Keywords: Engineering Science / Engineering Science Reference / Ethics & Law / Security & Forensics

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In this chapter, the authors aim to explore the necessity of teaching ethics as part of engineering education based on the gaps between learning “hard” knowledge and “soft” skills in the current educational system. They discuss why the nature of engineering practices makes it difficult to look beyond dealing with engineering design problems, identify the difference between knowledge and risk perceptions, and how to manage such tensions. They also explore the importance of developing moral responsibilities of engineers and the need to humanize technology and engineering, as technological products are not value neutral. With a focus on Problem-Based Learning (PBL), the authors examine why engineers need to incorporate ethical codes in their decision-making process and professional tasks. Finally, they discuss how to build creative learning environments that can support attaining the objectives of engineering education.

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