CIV 461 - Professional and Ethical Issues in Civil Engineering

Institution:

Jackson State University

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Description:

Prerequisites: senior standing in civil engineering. The task of this course is to reflect on the professional and ethical responsibilities of engineers, which can sometimes conflict with technical responsibilities. This course will articulate an ethical framework for engineers by critically reflecting on engineering practice and examining the ethical challenges that confront engineers working within teams and organizations. The course covers issues such as the social responsibility of engineers, attitudes, truth-telling and disclosure, whistle-blowing, professionalism, contemporary issues, and risk-assessment.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jsums.edu

Phone Number:

(601) 979-2121

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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