@timnitGebru
And "dark patterns are evil"
And biased engineers build biased algorithms
And deceptive advertising is lying
And optimizing for engagement is brainwashing
And maximizing profit is maximizing evil

#EngineeringEthics #HypocaraticOath #EngineerOath #DoNoHarm
#SoftwareHonorCode
#BossMadeMeDoItIsNoExcuse

Our case study Choosing to install a smart meter is an example of ‘everyday ethics’.

Now we have provided an enhancement for it: a technical integration that covers a practical investigation of electrical energy.

#Teaching #EngineeringEthics

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-choosing-to-install-a-smart-meter

You’re an engineering student on a placement year at a company that manufactures cosmetics. You notice that a batch of products might have been contaminated with microplastics. What do you do?

#EngineeringEthics #Teaching

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-microplastics-in-cosmetics

You’re an engineering student on a placement year at a company that manufactures cosmetics. You notice that a batch of products might have been contaminated with microplastics. What do you do?

#EngineeringEthics #Engineering

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-microplastics-in-cosmetics

“It goes without saying that the way we design and use technology plays a crucial role in our daily lives. Engineers and their decisions have a huge impact on society.”

#Engineering #EngineeringEthics #Teaching #HigherEducation

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-why-integrate-ethics-in-engineering

“Engineers and their decisions have a huge impact on society.”

If you’d like to improve your own ethics learning, then our guidance article is a great place to start.

#Engineering #EngineeringEthics #Teaching #HigherEducation

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-why-integrate-ethics-in-engineering

As an engineer, should you break the law to uphold your duty to maximise public good and minimise adverse effects for your own and succeeding generations?

#EngineeringEthics #Engineering #Teaching #HigherEducation #ClimateCrisis

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-engineers-and-public-protest

As an engineer you have a duty to maximise public good and minimise adverse effects for your own and succeeding generations.

Should you break the law to uphold this principle?

#EngineeringEthics #Engineering #Teaching #HigherEducation #ClimateCrisis

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-engineers-and-public-protest

If you’d like to improve your own ethics learning, then our guidance article "What is Ethics?" is a great place to start.

#EngineeringEthics #Teaching #HigherEducation #Engineering

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-what-is-ethics

“There are three lenses that we can use when thinking about ethics within Engineering: Professional, Theoretical, and Practical.”

#EngineeringEthics #Engineering #Teaching #HigherEducation #Ethics

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-what-is-ethics

RT @EngProfCouncil
You’re a newly appointed engineer. You’re being asked to sell equipment that you believe is entirely unsuitable to a developing country. You have to make the right decision. What do you do?

#EngineeringEthics #Engineering #Teaching #HigherEducation

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-aid-vs-trade

RT @FiDaisyG
@histoftech Interesting parallels to scenario in @EngProfCouncil #EngineeringEthics case study on #SmartHomes https://epc.ac.uk/toolkit/case-study-smart-homes-for-older-people-with-disabilities/

You’re a newly appointed engineer. You’re being asked to sell equipment that you believe is entirely unsuitable to a developing country. You have to make the right decision. What do you do?

#EngineeringEthics #Engineering #Teaching #HigherEducation

https://epc.ac.uk/article/spotlight-on-ethics-aid-vs-trade

Closing remarks now from @JohnnySRich #EngineeringEthicsLaunch.

We’d love you to get involved with the #EngineeringEthics #Toolkit:
https://epc.ac.uk/resources/toolkit/ethics-toolkit/engineering-ethics-toolkit-get-involved

.@RaffaellaOcone thanks @RAEngNews for their ongoing support with the #EngineeringEthics #Toolkit.

#EngineeringEthicsLaunch

https://epc.ac.uk/resources/toolkit/ethics-toolkit/

Prof Sarah Jayne Hitt is now discussing how to navigate the #EngineeringEthics #Toolkit and find the right resource for your needs.

#EngineeringEthicsLaunch

https://epc.ac.uk/resources/toolkit/ethics-toolkit/

One hour until our #EngineeringEthicsLaunch webinar, showcasing new resources in our #EngineeringEthics #Toolkit.

Please see the 'joining instructions' tab on the event to get last-minute access.

https://epc.ac.uk/event/engineering-ethics-launching-new-toolkit-content/

RT @RaffaellaOcone
Join us on 31 March. Get excited about the new #EngineeringEthics resources. Learn how to get involved - our #Toolkit is for everyone! https://twitter.com/engprofcouncil/status/1641440945999839235

Last chance to book for our #EngineeringEthicsLaunch webinar on Friday 31st March at 10am, showcasing new resources in our #EngineeringEthics #Toolkit.

#Engineering #Teaching #HigherEducation

https://epc.ac.uk/event/engineering-ethics-launching-new-toolkit-content/

RT @EngProfCouncil
Join us for an introduction to the new engineering ethics resources available in our #EngineeringEthics #Toolkit.

This #webinar is free and open to both EPC members and non-members.

Fri 31st Mar 2023, 10-11:30am

Register now.

https://epc.ac.uk/event/engineering-ethics-launching-new-toolkit-content/