Entity Editor: Engineering Ethics
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Version: 11The role of rdf:type person or organization that commissions engineering services
The role of rdf:type government official responsible for enforcing regulations
- Regulatory Compliance Capability
The role of an engineer who designs and develops mechanical systems
- Mechanical Systems Design Capability
- Regulatory Compliance Capability
- Safety Assessment Capability
- Technical Reporting Capability
The role of an engineer who works for rdf:type regulatory agency or in regulatory compliance
The role of an engineer who analyzes and designs structural systems
- Regulatory Compliance Capability
- Safety Assessment Capability
- Structural Analysis Capability
- Structural Design Capability
- Technical Reporting Capability
The role of an official who enforces building codes and regulations
The role of an engineer who provides expert advice to clients
- Engineering Consultation Capability
- Regulatory Compliance Capability
- Safety Assessment Capability
- Technical Reporting Capability
The role of rdf:type member of the public affected by engineering work
The role of an engineer performing inspection services
- Regulatory Compliance Capability
- Safety Assessment Capability
- Technical Reporting Capability
The role of an engineer who manages engineering projects
- Project Management Capability
- Regulatory Compliance Capability
- Safety Assessment Capability
- Technical Reporting Capability
The role of an engineer who designs and develops electrical systems
- Electrical Systems Design Capability
- Regulatory Compliance Capability
- Safety Assessment Capability
- Technical Reporting Capability
The role of an engineer bound by confidentiality agreements
A dilemma where professional competence limitations conflict with client demands
A dilemma where confidentiality obligations conflict with public safety obligations
The principle that engineers should maintain objectivity in their professional judgments
A deficiency in rdf:type building's electrical system that may violate codes or standards
The principle that engineers shall not reveal facts, data, or information without prior consent of the client (NSPE Code II.1.c)
The principle that engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence (NSPE Code II.2)
A condition related to public health that requires engineering assessment or intervention
The principle that engineers shall not complete, sign or seal plans that are not safe to public health and welfare (NSPE Code III.2.b)
A legal requirement to maintain confidentiality of information
A weakness or flaw in rdf:type structural system that may compromise safety
A dilemma where existing regulations conflict with broader public safety considerations
The principle that engineers shall be objective and truthful in professional reports and statements
The principle that engineers should consider future impacts of their work beyond immediate requirements
A condition that poses risk to safety in an engineering context
A dilemma where an engineer must navigate conflicting interests in professional practice
A deficiency in rdf:type building's mechanical system that may violate codes or standards
A condition that violates building codes or engineering standards
The principle that engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence
The principle that engineers should disclose relevant information to affected parties
A deficiency in rdf:type building system that may pose safety hazards
A condition where an engineer has competing interests that may compromise professional judgment
The principle that engineers shall not reveal confidential information without proper consent
A dilemma where an engineer must determine the extent of their professional responsibility
The principle that engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public
A conflict where an engineer serves in two different roles with potentially competing interests
A dilemma where quality standards conflict with budget constraints
The principle that engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public (NSPE Code I.1)