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Theory of Science, Ethics & Aesthetics for Engineers (Fall 2011) |
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| Course code : | ME-SEA-U1 | ||
| ECTS Credits : | 5 | Status : | Optional |
| Placement : | 4. / 6. semester | Hours per week : | 4 |
| Length : | 1 semester | Teaching Language : | English |
| Principal Content : | Basic ingredients: • Introduction to the world of reflection. • Central concepts, distinctions and problems in the philosophy of science. • Knowledge and different forms of knowledge. • Logic, argumentation and forms of justification. • Knowledge acquiring methods (scientific methods). • The use of models as representing tools in science and technology. Special interest for Engineering: • Characteristics of engineering work and engineering competences. • The relation between science and engineering (technology). • Characteristics of problem-based projects (use of theory, empirical investigations and quality assessment). • Engineering and ethics. o Ethical problems in connection with the use of technology. o Relevant ethical issues for engineers (responsibility, duty). • Engineering design and aesthetics. o The aesthetic dimension of a design. o The subjective dimension of value judgement. |
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| Teaching method : | The teaching is based on lectures and group discussions. | ||
| Required prequisites : | - | ||
| Responsible teacher : | Claus Petersson
, cpet@dtu.dk |
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