Engineering Ethics – Free Course
This free course provides an overview of the profession of engineering with an emphasis on professionalism and professional obligations.
Licensed professionals must be familiar with the standards of professional conduct in order to practice their profession in any state. While detailed standards vary from state to state, the basic requirements for professional conduct are very similar throughout the United States. This course covers the definition of a profession and professionalism, fundamental ethical principles, and the professional obligations contained in the NSPE’s Code of Ethics. It reviews the standards of professional conduct and discusses in detail the issues related to professional registrations, certifications, recordkeeping, professional misconduct, disciplinary actions, and continuing education.
Once you complete your course review, take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of ten (10) questions to earn 1 PDH credit.
Learning Objectives
This course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:
- Learn the definition of a profession and professionalism
- Be familiar with professional codes of ethics
- Know the types of professional misconduct prohibited by licensing boards
- Understand the duties and responsibilities as professionals.
Download the Course to review and begin earning your PDH credits.
We provide technical courses for PDH credits that meet Board requirements for Professional Engineers, Geologists and Land Surveyors. This course is guaranteed to be accepted in AK, AL, AR, FL, GA, IA, IL, ID, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and WY. Before purchasing this course, please confirm that your state Board is listed above.
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