34.2.1. Automation-Induced Job Displacement

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define automation.

   Hint

   Think about technology taking over jobs.

2. 2.

   What is job displacement?

   Hint

   Consider what happens when a machine does a job that a person used to do.

3. 3.

   What is a major concern with automation in jobs?

   • Increase in high-skilled jobs
   • Job displacement for low-skilled workers
   • No effect on employment

   Hint

   Consider who is most affected by machines taking over jobs.

4. 4.

   True or False: Engineers have no responsibility towards workers displaced by automation.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the impact of technology on people's jobs.

5. 5.

   Discuss how automation might change the skillsets required in the workforce and how society can prepare for this transition.

   Hint

   Consider education and lifelong learning as key themes.

6. 6.

   Propose a multi-step plan for a construction company to ethically implement automation while minimizing job displacement.

   Hint

   Think about what steps are essential for balancing technology and humanity.