PS(08/27/24) - Ethics of Engineering

What is the primary purpose of engineering ethics?

• To maximize profit in engineering projects

• To guide engineers in making decisions that protect public safety and welfare

• To ensure engineers only work on projects they enjoy

• To help engineers avoid hard work

Which of the following is NOT a core principle of engineering ethics?

• Honesty and Integrity

• Public Welfare

• Competence

• Personal Gain

In the context of engineering ethics, what does the principle of sustainability involve?

• Reducing the cost of projects at all costs

• Ensuring that projects have minimal negative impact on the environment

• Delaying projects to increase efficiency

• Using non-renewable resources exclusively

What is considered a violation of engineering ethics?

• Designing a product that exceeds safety standards

• Ignoring known safety risks to cut costs

• Conducting thorough testing before launching a product

• Reporting accurate data in all project phases

When considering the impact of a project, which of the following should be prioritized? (Select all that apply.)

• Impact on stakeholders

• Personal financial benefits

• Legal and professional standards

• Shortcuts to complete the project faster

Match the Ethical Principle to its Description: Honesty and Integrity

• Being truthful and transparent in all professional matters

• Protecting the safety, health, and well-being of the public

• Working only in areas of expertise and seeking continuous improvement

Match the Ethical Principle to its Description: Competence

• Being truthful and transparent in all professional matters

• Protecting the safety, health, and well-being of the public

• Working only in areas of expertise and seeking continuous improvement

What should an engineer consider when making a decision in an ethical dilemma?

• The long-term impact of their decision

• The financial benefits

• The speed of project completion

• The personal benefits

Which of the following is a correct action for the ethical issue of Conflict of Interest?

• Consider the environmental impact in all projects

• Ensure transparency in all dealings

• Avoid working in areas outside of expertise

• Protect the safety and well-being of the public

Which of the following is a correct matching for the ethical principle of Honesty and Integrity?

• Protecting the safety, health, and well-being of the public

• Being truthful and transparent in all professional matters

• Working only in areas of expertise and seeking continuous improvement

• Ensuring transparency in all dealings