MN 201 – ENGINEER IN SOCIETY

Lecture One

Dr. G. Arpa
Introduction –

- All Unitech Engineering degree program is

undergoing Accreditation according to Washington
Accord.

- Third year of implementation

- A requirement for the Accreditation process.

 Engineering

Engineering uses scientific, technological,

and mathematical knowledge to solve
practical problems.
• Problem solving
• The profession in which knowledge of the
mathematical and natural sciences gained by
study, experience, and practice is applied with
judgment to develop ways to economically
utilize the materials and the forces of nature
for the benefit of mankind.
 What does it take?
• Drive & perseverance!
• How do you get those?
– Have to be willing to make the effort.
– Don’t let anything stand in your way.
– Know what you’re getting into.
• Engineers have in common the desire to
make the world a better place.
What is Science?
What is Technology?
What is Engineering?
What is Mathematics?

What is STEM?
 Scientists Technologists
Investigate our Apply science and
natural world math to designs

STEM
Working together
to solve problems
based on societal
needs and wants

Mathematicians Engineers
Use numbers and symbols Create our
to solve problems designed world
 How are they all needed to
Create a Product?
Example Science Technology Engineering Math
Pencil Discovery of Creating a Designing a What is the
graphite and writing device device with optimal
the fact that that doesn’t graphite length,
rubber use ink insert, exterior diameter, or
(eraser) will holder, and shape for the
remove attached device?
graphite eraser
 Engineers Can Do Anything

• Invent – Develop a new product, system, or

process that has never existed before
• Innovate – Improve an existing technological
product, system, or method
Invent
Design Build
Analyze
Orchestrate
Create
Conceive
Improve Evaluate
Engineers Work to Solve Many Kinds of
Problems
• An electrical engineer may design a GPS for your
vehicle.
• A pharmaceutical/chemical engineer may find a cure
for disease.
• A computer engineer may build a computer the size
of your watch.
• A mechanical engineer may create a robot to
discover water on a planet.
• An agricultural engineer may evaluate the effects of
global warming on food production.

Engineers make our lives better

Common Traits of Good Engineers

Although the activities of engineers are quite varied, there are some
personality traits and work habits that typify most of today's
successful engineers.

Engineers are problem solvers.

• Good engineers have a firm grasp of the fundamental principal of
engineering, which they can use to solve many different problems.

• Good engineers are analytical, detailed oriented, and creative.

• Good engineers have a desire to be lifelong learners.

• Good engineers, regardless of their area of specialization, have a

core knowledge that can be applied to many areas
 Common Traits of Good Engineers

Good engineers have written and oral communication skills that equip them to
Work well with their colleagues and to convey their experience to a wide range
of clients

Good engineers have time-management skills that enable them to work

productively and Efficiently

Good engineers have good "people skills" that allow them to interact and
communicate
effectively with various people in their organization

Engineers are required to write report.

Engineers are adept at using computers in many different ways to model and
analyze various practical problems

Good engineers actively participate in local and national discipline-specific

organizations by attending seminars, workshops, and meetings.

Engineers generally work in a team environment where they consult each

other to solve complex problems
MN 201 – ENGINEER IN SOCIETY

Lecture Two

Dr. G. Arpa
 MN 210– ENGINEER IN SOCIETY
According to ABET, an accredited engineering technology
program must demonstrate that the students at the time of
graduations have:

. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills

and modern tools of their disciplines, .

an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging

applications of mathematics, science, engineering and
technology,

. an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments and

apply experimental results to improve processes, . an ability to
apply creativity in the design of systems, components or
Processes appropriate to program objectives, .
According to ABET, an accredited engineering technology program must
demonstrate that the students at the time of graduations have

an ability to function effectively on teams, . an ability to

identity, analyze and solve technical problems,

an ability to communicate effectively, . a recognition of the

need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning,

an ability to understand professional, ethical and social

responsibilities,

a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary

professional, societal and global
issues, and
a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous
improvement.
 Code of Ethics for Engineers *
Preamble
Engineering is an important and learned profession. As
members of this profession, engineers are expected to
exhibit the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
Engineering has a direct and vial impact on the quality of
life for all people. Accordingly, the services provided by
engineers require honesty, impartiality, fairness and equity,
and must be dedicated to the protection of the public
health, safety and welfare. Engineers must perform under a
standard of professional behavior which requires
adherence to the highest principles of ethical conduct.
I Fundamental Canons

Engineers, in the fulfillment of their professional duties, shall:

1. Hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public.

2. Perform services only in areas of their competence.
3. Issue public statements only in an objective and truthful
manner.
4. Act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.
5. Avoid deceptive acts.
6. Conduct themselves honorably, responsibly, ethically, and
lawfully so as to enhance the honor, reputation and usefulness
of the profession.
ll. Rules of Practice
1. Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public.
2. Engineers shall perform services only in the areas of their competence.
3. Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful
manner.
4. Engineers shall act for each employer or client as faithful agent or trustees.
5. Engineers shall avoid deceptive acts.

lll. Professional 0bligations

6. Engineers shall be guided in all their relations by the highest standards of

honesty and integrity.

7. Engineers shall at dl times strive to serve the public interest.

8. Engineers shall avoid all conduct or practice that deceives the public.

4. Engineers shall not disclose, without consent, confidential information

concerning the business affairs or technical processes of any present or
former client or employer, or public body on which they serve.
lll. Professional 0bligations

5. Engineers shall not be influenced in their professional duties by conflicting

interests.
6. Engineers shall not attempt to obtain employment or advancement or
professional engagements by untruthfully criticizing other engineers, or by
other improper or questionable methods.

7. Engineers shall not attempt to injure, maliciously or falsely, directly or

indirectly, the professional reputation, prospects, practice, or employment of
other engineers. Engineers who believe others are guilty of unethical or illegal
practice shall present such information to the proper authority for action.

8. Engineers shall accept personal responsibility for their professional activities,

provided, however, that engineers may seek indemnification for services
arising out of their practice for other than gross negligence, where the
engineer's interests cannot otherwise be protected.

9. Engineers shall give credit for engineering work to those to whom credit is
due, and will recognize the proprietary interests of others.
The engineer's creed

To give the utmost of performance;

. To participate in none but honest enterprise;

. To live and work according to the laws of man and the highest standards of profession
conduct; and.
. To place service before profit,
the honor and standing of the profession before personal advantage, and
the public welfare above all other considerations.

In humility and with need for Divine guidance, I make this pledge.

The engineer's creed is typically used in graduation ceremonies or

licensure certificate presentations.
 Academic Dishonesty

Conflict of Interest

Plagiarism

Contract
Professional Responsibility
 Credit for Engineering Work-Design
Competition

confidentiality of Engineering Report

Gift Sharing of Hotel Suite

Use of Alleged Hazardous Material

in a Processing Facility