Course NumberET-02-535TM
PDH Hours1
Price$40
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Engineering Ethics

Timed & Monitored:
Engineering Ethics

Author: Mathew Holstrom

This Timed & Monitored Webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the ethical principles and standards that guide the engineering profession. This course is tailored for engineers across all disciplines, focusing on the importance of ethics in maintaining public trust and safety. Participants will explore key ethical principles, including honesty, integrity, and accountability, and how these principles apply to everyday engineering practices. The course also delves into the professional codes of ethics from organizations like NSPE, ASCE, and IEEE, emphasizing their role in guiding ethical decision-making and professional conduct.

In addition to covering the foundational principles of engineering ethics, the course examines specific topics such as conflicts of interest, professional obligations, and the consequences of professional misconduct. Real-world examples, such as the Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse and the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, are used to illustrate the critical importance of ethical behavior in engineering. By the end of the course, participants will have a deeper understanding of how to apply ethical standards in their professional lives, ensuring that their work benefits society and upholds the integrity of the engineering profession.

Learning Objectives

This course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:

  • Understand the definition and importance of engineering ethics.
  • Identify key ethical principles and their application.
  • Familiar with professional codes of ethics.
  • Recognize professional obligations and conflicts of interest.
  • Comprehend rules of practice and professional misconduct.
  • Appreciate the importance of continuing education.

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, NE, 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.