Development In Students' Perceptions Of Sustainability And Responsibility As Relevant Aspects Of The Role Of Engineers

Authors

Clara LEMKE, RWTH Aachen University, GermanyFollow
Ann-Kristin WINKENS, RWTH Aachen University, GermanyFollow
Marie DECKER, RWTH Aachen University, GermanyFollow
Inanma ELIF, RWTH Aachen University, GermanyFollow
Carmen LEICHT-SCHOLTEN, RWTH Aachen University, GermanyFollow

Document Type

Conference Paper

Abstract

Engineering and technology-based solutions can address the global challenges associated with sustainable development. In this context, engineers have a substantial responsibility in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Meeting the challenges of all SDGs influences economic, political and social aspects of human life. However, engineering students’ understanding of sustainability is often limited to its ecological and economic dimension, not taking into account or even neglecting social issues. Therefore, teaching approaches in engineering education should address the different dimensions of sustainability and the responsibility of technological development concerning society.

DOI

https://doi.org/10.21427/FPXD-2127

Recommended Citation

Lemke, C., Winkens, A.-K., Decker, M., Elif, I., & Leicht, C. (2023). Development In Students' Perceptions Of Sustainability And Responsibility As Relevant Aspects Of The Role Of Engineers. European Society for Engineering Education (SEFI). https://doi.org/10.21427/FPXD-2127

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