Title: Explain the relevance of the National Society of Professional Engineers Code of Ethics.
Course: Engineering Explorations I (21005-I) > Section: Examining the Engineering Practice

Explanation should include the fundamental tenets of the Code:

- Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public.
- Perform services only in areas of competence.
- Issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
- Act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.
- Avoid deceptive acts.
- Act in an honorable, responsible, ethical, and lawful manner so as to enhance the honor, reputation, and usefulness of the profession.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between morality and ethics?
- What are personal ethics? What are professional ethics?
- What is the difference between the two?
- How do personal ethics affect professional ethics?
- How can an engineer resolve a conflict between personal and professional ethics?