Wade L. Robison
Ethics Within Engineering
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474286053
- author:
- Wade L. Robison
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Academic
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 13.9 x 44.5 x 549.7 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Engineering & Technology, , Wade L. Robison,Ethics Within Engineering,Bloomsbury Academic,1474286054,Philosophy,Society, Politics & Philosophy,Engineering: general,Ethics & moral philosophy,General,Philosophy / Ethics & Moral Philos
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Engineering's foundation lies in addressing fundamental design problems. For instance, creating safer vehicles, standardizing interfaces for medical equipment, and designing legible road signs all require value-based decisions. By focusing on these challenges, Ethics Within Engineering reveals the integral role of ethics in engineering. The book presents real-world examples of engineering problems that everyone can relate to, from everyday appliances like toasters to complex systems like software responsible for a major airliner crash. These cases highlight error-provocative designs that pose significant ethical questions, encouraging readers to consider alternative solutions and engage with the discussion. This approach provides an ideal introduction to understanding professional ethical responsibilities within engineering, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to better grasp this essential aspect of the field.