Social Responsibility and Community Impact
Evaluate the role of engineers in addressing social inequities and community needs. Students will examine how engineering projects can both marginalise and empower local populations.
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Evaluate the role of engineers in addressing social inequities and community needs. Students will examine how engineering projects can both marginalise and empower local populations.
Key Questions
- How can engineering projects inadvertently cause social harm?
- What is the concept of 'humanitarian engineering'?
- How should engineers consult with communities before commencing large-scale projects?
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