Module #1 Introduction to Robotics and Ethics Overview of the field of robotics, ethics, and their intersection
Module #2 History of Robotics and AI Exploring the development of robotics and AI, and their impact on society
Module #3 Foundations of Ethics in Robotics Key concepts and theories in ethics, and their application to robotics
Module #4 The Trolley Problem and Other Thought Experiments Classic thought experiments in ethics, and their relevance to robotics
Module #5 Autonomy and Moral Agency in Robots Can robots be truly autonomous, and what are the moral implications?
Module #6 Robotics and Human Values How do robots reflect and shape human values, and what are the consequences?
Module #7 Privacy and Surveillance in Robotics The ethics of data collection, privacy, and surveillance in robotics
Module #8 Robotics in Healthcare:Benefits and Concerns The ethics of using robots in healthcare, including benefits and potential risks
Module #9 Robotics in Warfare and Conflict The ethics of autonomous weapons, and the implications for humanity
Module #10 Fairness and Bias in Robotics and AI Detecting and addressing bias in robots and AI systems
Module #11 Human-Robot Interaction and Social Robotics The ethics of designing robots that interact with humans, including social and emotional aspects
Module #12 Robotics and the Workforce:Job Displacement and Unemployment The ethics of robotics in the context of job displacement and unemployment
Module #13 Environmental Ethics and Sustainability in Robotics The ethics of designing robots that minimize environmental impact
Module #14 Liability and Accountability in Robotics Who is responsible when robots cause harm, and how do we assign liability?
Module #15 Regulation and Governance of Robotics The role of government and international organizations in regulating robotics
Module #16 Public Perception and Trust in Robotics The importance of public understanding and trust in robotics, and strategies for building trust
Module #17 Robotics and Cybersecurity:Threats and Countermeasures The ethics of cybersecurity in robotics, including threats and countermeasures
Module #18 Robotics and Human Dignity The ethics of designing robots that respect and promote human dignity
Module #19 Robotics and Cultural Diversity The importance of considering cultural diversity in robotics design and deployment
Module #20 Robotics and Education:Opportunities and Challenges The ethics of using robots in education, including opportunities and challenges
Module #21 Robotics and Research Ethics The ethics of conducting research in robotics, including human subjects and animal testing
Module #22 Designing Ethical Robots:A Practical Approach A practical guide to designing robots that incorporate ethical considerations
Module #23 Case Studies in Robotics Ethics Real-world examples of robotics ethics in practice, including successes and failures
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Ethics and Challenges in Robotics career
