Abstract
This paper presents a detailed examination of a specific case study in engineering ethics in Ontario, Canada. The writer discusses that in the case, one company (both of which will remain anonymous) alleged that another was distributing advertising brochures that made claims of engineering abilities and capabilities known to be false in violation of the Code of Ethics. The process for determining the nature of the ethical violation is the focus of this paper.

From the Paper
"Engineering, in all its many incarnations, is one of the most creative and potentially constructive applications of human ingenuity possible. Engineers build bridges. They design homes, airplanes, and spacecraft. Engineers probe the inner workings of the biological world and design more innovative computational systems. In short, engineers are the individuals upon whom much of society depends; they take ideas and turn them into practical applications, creating and constructing all of the physical elements of society that we too often take for granted. In Canada the importance of engineers is understood and rigorously enforced. In neighboring United States, engineers are favored but are not controlled or taught how to control themselves. Engineering ethics - dealing with issues like safety, liability, and integrity - is considered optional. This is not the case in Canada."

Tags:engineering, ethics, case

Abstract
This paper examines the relationship between engineering ethics, sustainable development and the law. Principally, the paper suggests that the first two are not possible without the latter and that professional ethics are the most effective means of ensuring the viability and long-term success of the industry. The paper also strongly intimates that tragedies such as the Challenger disaster could have been avoided if appropriate ethical considerations had been paramount.

From the Paper
"The inter-relationship between engineering ethics, sustainable development and the Law is a complex and very important one. Among other things, this relationship will determine the success and/or failure of the engineering profession to live up to its responsibilities within the broader community. With that in mind, this paper will examine each of the three items mentioned above and delineate the relationship between each and what this relationship means for the engineering community. As will soon become apparent, while the law does not need engineering ethics and sustainable development to endure, engineering ethics and sustainable development need the law (and each other) if they are to endure."

Tags:engineering, law, ethics

Abstract
This paper relates that the Professional Engineers' Code of Ethics covers the basic requirements for the engineer in terms of ethics,. The author points out that the code shows that the engineer should show ethical behavior to his or her associates, employers, clients, subordinates, and employees, which includes the public in its broadest application. This paper notes that the code cites the need for he engineer not only to be competent but to keep up with new developments in the field and so to pursue ongoing education in this field in order to have that necessary knowledge.

From the Paper
"The engineer has a number of levels of responsibility and may have to balance those based on which are more important. His or her primary responsibility is to the professional code of ethics, which in turn is based on the view that the profession owes a responsibility to society and must place this responsibility first. In the case of a project being paid for by the taxpayer, the engineer owes it to society to assure that the costs are not excessive and that the project that is being done has a good chance of success at the price being paid. There are a number of different rationales offered for why engineers have particular obligations to serve the interests of the public and to especially work to maintain safety as part of their public trust."

Tags:engineering, code, ethics

Abstract
This paper discusses how current ethics policies are the outcome of years of debates as to what should define morality and fair and appropriate behavior. Nowadays, most institutions in the fields of economy, politics, medicine and law guide their activities by a set of morals rules concentrated in their internal code of ethics. To better understand the concept of ethic policies, this paper analyzes the code of ethics of three major organizations from the same industrial sector, electronic engineering. The companies are Microsoft, Nokia and Intel.

Outline:
Memo of Transmittal
Executive Summary
Ethics Policies within Companies
Microsoft Corporation
Nokia
Intel Corporation
Conclusions

From the Paper
"Aside from the previously mentioned policies, the Intel ethic code also contains reference to intellectual property, gratuities, reciprocity, publicity, small and minority suppliers, controlled substances, environment, health and safety. The intellectual property right protection policy states the fact that Intel completely respects the rights of all business partners, suppliers and competitor companies. However, the publicity policy mentions that business partners are denied the right to sell their own products by associating them with Intel products. "

Tags:electronic, engineering, fraud, scandals

Abstract
This paper presents an in-depth examination of ethical issues in genetic engineering. The paper considers its potential implication to humanity, which it views as major, on the scale of the major technological innovations of modern history.

From the Paper
"Some technologies can change the entire course of human history. For example, in "Cultural Revolution" Arnold Pacey argues that nuclear technologies changed the entire course of human history. Nuclear technologies gave human beings the power to destroy themselves or harness a new energy source(Pacey 174). How ever nuclear technologies are used they had major impacts on human history. Genetic engineering is another technology that has major implications. In many ways its implications are even greater then nuclear technologies. Its implications are even greater then nuclear technology because they provide..."

Tags:genetic, engineering, anthropocentric

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This paper explores the main debate that arises when altering human genetics. It discusses the ethical implications, potential deadly side effects and the possibility of genetic discrimination. The paper also looks at the views of Jeremy Rifkin and Stephen Jay Gould. The author maintains that the solution is to establish an international ban on human genetic engineering. The author is also of the opinion that biological engineering does not have nor ever will have a place in society.

From the Paper
"The excitement streamed throughout their bodies as the newlywed couple walked into the doctor's office. Today marks six weeks of pregnancy for the couple, and they have a doctor's appointment to go over their choices regarding the baby's sex, color, height, and personality of the future newborn. One might ask is this health care professional the form of a supernatural being. Indeed, one would consider this situation as the sick plot of a typical science fiction piece, but suppose this story had the potential to become reality. Unfortunately, the doctor is nothing more than a human being misusing science without ethical regard. This hypothetical example poses a scary prospect, which can be made possible through the practice of biological engineering."

Tags:ethics, morals, bioengineering, nature, science, doctors

Abstract
This paper gives some background on the genetic engineering of food. The author focuses on the dangers that stem from genetically engineered food such as possible medical side effects and repercussions to the environment. The author advocates mandatory labeling of foods with genetically engineered ingredients and looks at regulations in other countries.

From the Paper
"By far the most severe environmental repercussion of GE crops is that they are a Pandora's box, once they are planted, there is no way to control or recall them. Pollen from GE plants is spread in exactly the same manner as regular pollen, and, therefore, their genetic material will quickly spread to any surrounding fields. This is one of the main reasons why is truly impossible for people to know what they are eating. An organic tomato grown a mile away from a farm that grows GE tomatoes may or may not be infected. Scientists have no way of determining what kind of effects the release of all this genetic pollution will have on the ecosystem (Davis)."

Tags:biotechnology, dangers, enviroment, ethics, food, genetic, problems

Abstract
This paper examines the use of criminal law for purposes of social engineering. The point is made that criminal law can be used as a tool for social engineering via its prohibitions and the punishments, and can operate to instill virtues. It notes that there are serious ethical and moral concerns associated with this use of the criminal law.

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"Social engineering is commonly defined as the use of private and or governmental functions and operations to manage population attitudes and behavior on a large scale..."

Tags:criminal, law, social, engineering

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This paper is about how genetic engineering is changing the healthcare industry, and what moral and ethical issues have arisen in the age of stem cell research. The paper discusses the benefits of stem cell research and how that could change the way we can cure illnesses and treat patients.

From the Paper
"What is Genetic Engineering? Genetic engineering is the direct manipulation of the DNA of an organism. In the process, the genetic make up of the organism is altered to serve a certain purpose. Ever since the discovery of the DNA structure by Watson and Crick, the field of molecular biology has moved leaps and bounds. The rapid progress has brought benefits as well as problems. Benefits: Genetic engineering was successful in altering the genetic make up of..."

Tags:genetic, engineering, healthcare

Abstract
In this article, the writer provides a discussion of engineering ethics, including a discussion of the codes of ethics of both the NSPE and ASCE. Also included in the discussion are examples of disasters stemming from a breach of engineering ethics and why successful engineers must be able to inspire trust and confidence in others where their honesty and integrity is concerned.

From the Paper
"Significant media attention has been involved in focusing a greater spotlight on engineering ethics in the wake of disasters related to a breach of ethics like the Challenger disaster, the Kansas City Hyatt-Regency Hotel walkways collapse and the Exxon Valdez oil spill. Engineering ethics is the field of applied ethics which examines and sets standards for engineers' obligations to the public their clients employers and the profession. There is no single uniform system or standard of ethical conduct across the entire profession of engineering ..."

Tags:Challenger, Columbia, Missouri Hyatt Regency, morals, conduct, guidelines, professional societies, sustainable development, environment, public health, safety and welfare