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    LAWS AND ETHICS: ENGINEERING ETHICS


    Codes of Ethics

    Definition
    Codes of ethics state the moral responsibilities of engineers as seen by the profession and as represented by a professional society.

    Roles of the Codes of Ethics


    1. Serving and Protecting the Public.
    Engineers will serve the public health, safety and welfare of the public. Trust and Trustworthiness are essential.

    Roles of the Codes of Ethics


    2. Providing Guidance.
    Helpful guidance concerning the main obligation of engineers. Identify primary responsibilities.

    Roles of the Codes of Ethics


    3. Offering Inspiration.
    Provide positive motivation for ethical conduct. Commitment to the public good.

    Roles of the Codes of Ethics


    4. Establishing Shared Standards.
    In this way, the public is assured of a minimum standard of excellence on which it can depend, and professionals are provided a fair playing field in competing for clients.

    Roles of the Codes of Ethics


    5. Supporting Responsible Professionals.
    Give positive support to professionals seeking to act ethically. Can serve as legal support for engineers criticized for living up to work-related professional obligations.

    Roles of the Codes of Ethics


    6. Contributing to Education.
    Prompt discussion and reflection on moral issues (in the classroom). Ex. Applying the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) code to cases for educational purposes .

    Roles of the Codes of Ethics


    7. Deterring Wrongdoing.
    Serve as the formal basis for investigating unethical conduct. Discipline.

    Roles of the Codes of Ethics


    8. Strengthening a Professions Image.
    Present a positive image to the public of an ethically committed profession. The reputation of the profession is important in sustaining the trust of the public.

    Codes of Ethics
    Limitations of Codes
    - not be able to straightforwardly address all
    situations - conflicting; duty to speak honestly and duty to maintain confidentiality

    Position Paper
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    Deadline: Aug.23

    Find a journal that discusses an issue about ethical and environmental challenges in engineering. Give a summary and your own opinion. Example: Nuclear Plants (safety of the public and environment versus energy efficiency)

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