People, Technology and the Future of Mobility (Coursera)

The content presented in this course draws on a number of interviews and lectures and was created through a partnership with Siemens.

This course challenges learners to envision mobility of the future that is safer, cleaner, and more equitable. We will examine recent technological advances, as well as the socio-economic and policy implications, of two major evolving mobility-related technology spaces: electrification and automation.

Syllabus

WEEK 1

Week 1: Course Introduction and Background

In Week 1 of the course, we'll lay out some of the basic concepts that we’ll be working with throughout the course, concepts like Mobility, Electrification & Automation

WEEK 2

Week 2: Electrification—The Basic Technologies (Part 1)

In week 2, we'll start talking about electrification. What is the state-of-the-art technology, in terms of batteries and other features of the vehicles themselves.

WEEK 3

Week 3: Electrification—The Basic Technologies (Part 2)

In week 3, we'll continue our discussion of electrification, shifting our focus from batteries to the electricity infrastructure that will support electric vehicles. We'll also think about stakeholders and different perspectives on electrification.

WEEK 4

Week 4: Electrification—The Impacts

What impacts will electrification have on human lives (environment, economy, health) from a sustainability and equity perspective?

WEEK 5

Week 5: Vehicle Automation—The Basic Technologies

What is automation and what role does it play in the automotive and transportation sectors?

WEEK 6

Week 6: Automation—The Impacts

What impacts will automation have on human lives (environment, economy, health) from equity and safety perspectives?