New Look at the Code of Ethics
Publication: Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 135, Issue 1
Abstract
The ASCE code of ethics has been revised many times since its adoption in 1914. The Code began as a virtual copy of the code of the Institution of Civil Engineers, London that was adopted in 1912. Its primary emphasis was on controlling the practice of engineering and engineer-to-engineer relationships. Over time, especially with the adoption of the ABET fundamental principles in 1975, it has moved to an emphasis on the obligation of the engineer to promote health, safety, and welfare of the public. Unfortunately, the code is now a mixture of a code of professional practice and a code of ethics under the heading of a code of ethics. Pete Wisely called this mixing ethic with etiquette. This paper suggests a new code of ethics and accompanying guidelines to professional practice.
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Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 135 • Issue 1 • January 2009
Pages: 40 - 46
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© 2009 ASCE.
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Received: May 16, 2007
Accepted: Nov 7, 2007
Published online: Jan 1, 2009
Published in print: Jan 2009
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