Ethical Challenges for Engineers

This lecture delves into the ethical considerations surrounding ownership, freedom, and labor in engineering. It explores concepts such as libertarianism, liberalism, and the free disposal of oneself. The discussion extends to the ethical implications of property rights, labor engagement, and state duties. Additionally, it examines the ethics of virtues, emphasizing happiness, self-fulfillment, and the moral subject. The lecture concludes by addressing the complex nature of human good, encompassing health, meaningful existence, autonomy, and social cooperation. It also highlights the importance of environmental ethics and the interplay between individual interests and the common good.