Legal Aspects of Engineering

Course Outline

This course provides an overview of the legal frameworks and considerations that impact engineering practice, including professional licensure, intellectual property rights, contracts, regulatory compliance, ethical responsibilities, and strategies for managing risk and liability. Students will gain an understanding of how these legal dimensions shape decision-making, influence the design and delivery of engineering projects, and uphold public welfare and professional integrity.

At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz, which is designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, the student will: