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Ethics in Engineering
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 14 hours
  • Course by University of Michigan
  • Offered by

About

Explore unique case studies in engineering ethics. In this four-week course, you’ll examine different historical case studies and understand how they led to classic engineering failures. Though each case is unique and has a distinct context, they all share common themes; a backstory, a disastrous event, a post-event with ramifications, and outcomes. For each case, you’ll watch and hear video lectures and explore foundational literature. You’ll also have the opportunity to discuss the case in detail and check your knowledge through quizzes and reflections on your understanding of the case. This format will help you develop a working knowledge of ethical foundations. Delve into four case studies, including the VW emissions scandal, the failure of the Denver airport baggage system, the fatal case of the Therac 25 radiation machine, and the software failure of the Ariane 5 rocket launch. With each case, you’ll identify key aspects that led to the engineering failures and discuss the outcomes of the failures. You’ll also explore the significance of each case and how they led to corrective actions. Develop your knowledge of engineering alongside experts in the industry. The course will help you reflect on engineering as a design discipline and its impact on humans. You’ll be guided by Dr. David Chesney, an expert in both industry and academics with 20 years of experience at General Motors Corporation and 20 years working at the University of Michigan. Dr. Chesney’s background is in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Computer Science and he is the Toby Teorey Collegiate Lecturer in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Michigan College of Engineering. This course will be particularly useful for engineering students and professionals, although no prior experience is required.

Modules

Welcome to Ethics in Engineering

    • 1 Videos
    • 4 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Introduce Yourself

1 Videos

  • Welcome to Ethics in Engineering!

4 Readings

  • About this course
  • Syllabus & DEI statement
  • Pre-Course Survey
  • Course Case Studies

Overview of Ethical Models

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • What does "engineering ethics" bring to your mind?

2 Videos

  • Overview of Ethical Models (Part 1)
  • Overview of Ethical Models (Part 2)

Introduction to VW Emissions Scandal

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Knowledge Check: What did you learn about the case study so far?

1 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the VW Emissions Scandal

2 Videos

  • Introduction to the VW Emissions Scandal
  • The Backstory of the VW Emissions Scandal

2 Readings

  • Introduction to the VW Emissions Scandal
  • The Case Study

The Event of the VW Emissions Scandal

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the VW Emissions Scandal's Event

1 Videos

  • What Happened with the VW Emissions Scandal?

1 Readings

  • A Deep Dive to the Event of the VW Emissions Scandal

Post Event and Evaluation of VW Emissions Scandal

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 1 Final Test

1 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the Aftermath of the Event

3 Videos

  • The Aftermath of the W Emissions Scandal
  • Lessons Learned & Summary of the VW Emissions Scandal
  • One More Thing to Add on the VW Emissions Scandal

1 Readings

  • End of Week 1 and Coming Up Next

Introduction to the Denver International Airport (DIA) Baggage Handling Catastrophe

    • 2 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Knowledge Check: What did you learn about the case study so far?

2 Videos

  • Introduction to DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe
  • The Backstory of the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe

3 Readings

  • Introduction to DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe
  • The Case Study
  • Reflection and Discussion on the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe

The Event of the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the Event of the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe

1 Videos

  • What Happened with the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe?

1 Readings

  • A Deep Dive to the Event of the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe

Post Event and Evaluation of the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 2 Final Test

1 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the Aftermath of the Event

3 Videos

  • After the Event of the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe
  • Lessons Learned & Summary of the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe
  • One More Thing to Add on the DIA Baggage Handling Catastrophe

1 Readings

  • End of Week 2 and Coming Up Next

Introduction to the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction

    • 2 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Knowledge Check: What did you learn about the case study so far?

1 Discussions

  • Reflection & Discussion on The Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction

2 Videos

  • Introduction to the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction
  • The Backstory of the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction

3 Readings

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  • Introduction to the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction
  • The Case Study

The Event of the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the Event of the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction

1 Videos

  • What Happened with the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction?

1 Readings

  • A Deep Dive to the Event of the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction

Post Event and Evaluation of the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 3 Final Test

1 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the Aftermath of the Event

3 Videos

  • The Aftermath of the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction
  • Lessons Learned & Summary of the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction
  • One More Thing to Add on the Therac 25 Radiation Machine Malfunction

1 Readings

  • End of Week 3 and Coming Up Next

Introduction to the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster

    • 2 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Knowledge Check: What did you learn about the case study so far?

1 Discussions

  • Reflection & Discussion on the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster

2 Videos

  • Introduction to the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster
  • The Backstory of the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster

3 Readings

  • Content Warning
  • Introduction to the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster
  • The Case Study

The Event of the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the Event of the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster

1 Videos

  • What Happened with the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster?

1 Readings

  • A Deep Dive to the Event of the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster

Post Event and Evaluation of the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 4 Final Test

2 Discussions

  • Reflection and Discussion on the Aftermath of the Event
  • Concluding Thoughts

3 Videos

  • The Aftermath of Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster
  • Lessons Learned & Summary of the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster
  • One More Thing to Add on the Ariane 5 Rocket Launch Disaster

1 Readings

  • Post-Course Survey

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"Ethics in Engineering" is a four-week course designed for engineering students and professionals, focusing on historical case studies of engineering failures. Under the guidance of Dr. David Chesney from the University of Michigan, you'll explore key cases like the VW emissions scandal and the Ariane 5 rocket launch failure. Through video lectures, literature, discussions, and quizzes, you'll develop a solid understanding of ethical foundations in engineering. Available on Coursera with Starter and Professional subscription options, this foundational course requires no prior experience.

David Chesney
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David Chesney