Engineering and Ethics

Winter 2025 > Humanities & Social Sciences > PHIL.3340 > 061

Course No: PHIL.3340-061; SIS Class Nbr: 1014; SIS Term: 3420
Course Status: Open

Course Description

A philosophical analysis of the ethical dimensions and responsibilities of the engineering profession. Specific case studies and ethical issues are analyzed through the application of some of the basic concepts and principles of traditional and contemporary ethical theories. Meets Core Curriculum Essential Learning Outcome for Social Responsibility & Ethics (SRE).

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: ENGL.1010 College Writing I.
  • Core Codes: SRE, AH, LEADERSHIP
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Aaron Shepherd
  • UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2025 Winter: Dec 30 to Jan 19
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition: $1155
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: A.S. in Information Technology, B.L.A. in Liberal Arts, B.S. in Electronic Engineering Technology, B.S. in Information Technology, B.S. in Information Technology: Business Minor Option, B.S. in Information Technology: Population Health Informatics and Technology Minor Option

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