Practice Engineering Ethics (1.5) - Professional Ethics - Professional Practice, Law and Ethics

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Question 1.
What is ethics?
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Think about general principles in life.
Question 2.
Define professional ethics.
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Consider what professionals must uphold.
3Question 3.
What does engineering ethics primarily focus on?
- Public health
- Profit maximization
- Market competition
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Remember the main purpose of an engineer's role.
4Question 4.
True or False: Professional ethics can vary across different professions.
- True
- False
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Think about how doctors and engineers may have different ethical guidelines.
Question 5.
Assess the ethical obligations of an engineer who discovers flaws in a project that could endanger lives but risks their job if reported.
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What does your moral compass say about safety versus job security?
Question 6.
Formulate a response strategy for an engineer dealing with gifts from a supplier that could be perceived as bribery.
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How can integrity help maintain professional relationships?

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