Civil Engineering and Ethics

“Engineers shall not knowingly act in a manner which will be derogatory to the honor, integrity, or dignity of the engineering profession or knowingly engage in business or professional practices of a fraudulent, dishonest or unethical nature.”

In 450 words or less, explain why you think the ASCE considers ethics to be so important. Be sure to visit the ASCE website before writing your response. Also,

• Make an outline based on at least three (3) distinct, well-reasoned points you’d like to make. You can use the points in Cannon 6 as a guide and add some additional thoughts of your own.

• Support the outline points with why they are important and include brief examples.

• Write a brief introduction and conclusion to support these points.

• Edit the paper for sentence and paragraph structure.

• Use the third person (remove “I”).

• Eliminate sweeping statements, and don't be afraid to use words like: 'could', 'sometimes', and ‘some.’

• Read your work aloud, find someone with whom to work who writes good papers - use any and all available writing support.

Note:   (1)   Assignment should be reviewed carefully for correct spelling, grammar, and logic prior to submission.

            (2)  Assignment must be word-processed or type written.  Use 1” margins (all sides) and 10 to 12 type font.

(3)   Submit both the paper and the outline (outline behind/after paper).

(4)   Paper should be no more than 450 words. Include a word count at the end of the paper.