34. Ethical Considerations in the Use of Automation

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does engineering ethics prioritize?

   Hint

   Think about the responsibilities of engineers.

2. 2.

   Define algorithmic bias.

   Hint

   Consider how data can affect machine decisions.

3. 3.

   What does engineering ethics focus on?

   • A) Maximizing profits
   • B) Public safety
   • C) Personal advancement

   Hint

   Think about the primary responsibility of engineers.

4. 4.

   True or False: Algorithms can exhibit bias if trained on biased data.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how the data influences outcomes in automation.

5. 5.

   Create a proposal for an ethical framework guiding automation use in civil projects, addressing job displacement and safety concerns.

   Hint

   Think about how engineers impact both technology and society.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a recent article about AI usage in civil engineering for ethical implications related to data privacy.

   Hint

   Refer back to our discussions about data use ethics.