The recent tragedy in the Gulf of Mexico and resultant ethical consequences for the engineering profession are introduced and discussed. The need for a new engineering ethic is identified and introduced based upon advancements in science, complex systems and eco-philosophy. Motivations for introducing a new ethic rather than modifying existing ethics are also discussed.
- ISBN10 1608456293
- ISBN13 9781608456291
- Publish Date 1 January 2010
- Publish Status Active
- Imprint Morgan & Claypool
- Format eBook
- Pages 93
- Language English