Questions d'éthique dans les sciences et les tecniques (partie séminaire) [ LFILO2003E ]
2.0 crédits ECTS
Language
French
Place of the course
Louvain-la-Neuve
Main themes
The course will consist of a philosophical analysis of techno-scientific practices along parallel tracks. It will examine the societal dimensions of techno-scientific practice, and introduce the fundamental concepts of the sociology of science as well as movements related to " Sciences, technologies, societies " . It will also portray the ethical dimension of scientific practices, within the multiple dimensions of the techno-scientific sphere.
The course will have two parts. In the first, theoretical part it will provide an introduction to basic concepts in the sociology of science and the fundamental concepts of the ethical approach to science and technology. The second part will analyze case studies chosen each year.
Aims
Upon completion of the course, the student shall be able to :
- analyze contemporary techno-scientific practices
- distinguish the social and ethical significance of these practices
Other information
Prerequisites :
Basic instruction in the philosophy of natural science and in ethical reflection ;
Reading knowledge of English sufficient to allow for study of contemporary texts in philosophy of Nature and philosophy of natural science.