Science and Ethics in Practice
Four-day block session: week 48, 2017
On successful completion of the course the student should have the following learning outcomes
Knowledge
The student will:
- be aware of the ecological challenges brought on by industrial and technological advances
- realize the importance of addressing environmental and climate-related issues
- understand moral, social and political responsibilities when tackling challenges facing mankind
- be familiar with sustainability issues related to generating human food
- be mindful of respecting the value of animal life
- be cognizant of the rapid advances in biotechnology which may sometimes lead to unfamiliar ethical issues
- be able to duly recognize animal welfare issues
Skills
The student should:
- be able to recognize the issues that threaten the fragile ecosystems
- know how to promote sustainable development in all spheres of human activity
- be capable of making morally and ethically acceptable decisions related to environment, and coexistence of other species
- be able to foresee the advantages of utilizing the advances in science and technology within ethically acceptable boundaries
General competence
The student should:
- be aware of moral and ethical consequences of his or her actions
- be able to reason and reflect in order to make sound decisions that are scientifically and sociologically sound
- have the inspiration and conviction to lead, adhering to morally and ethically acceptable choices
No tuition fee. Students may have to pay up to NOK 750 for study materials and for one dinner arranged during the course.
External students will have to arrange their own travel and accommodation.
Additional information will be provided to registered students, prior to the commencement of the course.
Lectures, lab exercises, individual presentations, and feedback.
Assessment methods and criteria:
Course involvement, Individual oral presentation during the course and written report. Pass/not pass. Active involvement in course-related activities prior to during the period will be assessed.
The individual oral presentation on a selected topic and the report based on it, which has to be submitted within a fortnight following the course, will primarily be used for assessing a candidate.
