Engineering Judgment in the Age of AI • News & Events • Penn Carey Law

Integration of Law and Ethics in Engineering: Professor Justin “Gus” Hurwitz focuses on how legal frameworks and ethical responsibilities impact engineering decisions, particularly in the AI-driven field.
Interdisciplinary Approach: Hurwitz’s work lies at the intersection of law, technology, and ethics, providing a unique viewpoint that merges engineering and legal education.
Education through Real-world Implications: In his course “Technology, Ethics, & the Legal Landscape,” he trains students to understand the consequences of engineering decisions in real-world contexts, emphasizing the moral implications of AI technology.
Critical Thinking and Judgment: His teaching aims to foster critical thinking in engineering students, encouraging them to analyze design decisions beyond technical compliance and recognize their broader societal impact.
Engagement with Ethical Dilemmas: Through discussions on scenarios like self-driving cars, students explore difficult ethical choices, such as weighing the value of human life and understanding accountability.
Focus on Systems and Society: Hurwitz emphasizes that engineering decisions affect societal norms and systems, urging students to consider the broader societal implications of their work.

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