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Transmission Towers: A Case Study for Use in Teaching in Engineering Ethics


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TitleTransmission Towers: A Case Study for Use in Teaching in Engineering Ethics
Publication TypeCase Study
Year of Publication2007
AuthorsFotheringham, Heather
PublisherUniversity of Leeds, Inter-Disciplinary Ethics Applied Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Abstract

This case examines the moral issues surrounding a disagreement with a boss at work concerning the safety of a transmission tower. It considers safety and risk and whistleblowing. The session is suitable for beginners and students with some experience of ethics teaching. The teaching format is a one or two hour session with small group discussions.

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