ENGINEER 1P03 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Tabbouleh, Copyright Infringement

• School: McMaster University
• Department: Engineering (General)
• Course: ENGINEER 1P03
• Professor: Robert Fleisig

Document Summary

Ethics concerns moral behavior: as soon as an engineering decision affects other people, the public, or the environment, then ethical judgment comes in to play. The national code of ethics: professional engineers shall conduct themselves in an honorable and ethical manner, professional engineers shall: Old paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public and the protection of the environment, and promote health and safety within the workplace. Offer services, advise on, or undertake engineering assignments only in the areas of competence and practicing careful diligent manners. Practice faithful agents of their clients or employers, maintain confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest. Present clearly to employers and clients the possible consequences of engineering decisions or judgments are overruled or disregarded report to their association or other appropriate agencies any illegal or unethical engineering decisions or practices by engineers or others. When all internal avenues have enclosed then it may be necessary to go outside.