2020-2021 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog
EGR 302 - Engineering Decision-Making in Society
Engineering decisions affect almost everyone in the modern world. This course studies the potential broad impacts of these decisions within social, economic, environmental, and global contexts. This course, through case-studies, places engineering in a wider context, emphasizing the application of ethical models to recognize professional responsibilities in engineering situations. Part of the Information, Innovation, or Technology Issue. Offered fall and winter semesters. Prerequisites: Junior standing and fulfillment of general education Foundations - Writing.
Credits: 3