1.5. Engineering Ethics

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is ethics?

   Hint

   Think about general principles in life.

2. 2.

   Define professional ethics.

   Hint

   Consider what professionals must uphold.

3. 3.

   What does engineering ethics primarily focus on?

   • Public health
   • Profit maximization
   • Market competition

   Hint

   Remember the main purpose of an engineer's role.

4. 4.

   True or False: Professional ethics can vary across different professions.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how doctors and engineers may have different ethical guidelines.

5. 5.

   Assess the ethical obligations of an engineer who discovers flaws in a project that could endanger lives but risks their job if reported.

   Hint

   What does your moral compass say about safety versus job security?

6. 6.

   Formulate a response strategy for an engineer dealing with gifts from a supplier that could be perceived as bribery.

   Hint

   How can integrity help maintain professional relationships?