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Examples of real world engineering ethics problems.

S H Unger1

  • 1Columbia University, mail code 0401, Computer Science Building, New York, NY 10027, USA. unger@cs.columbia.edu

Science and Engineering Ethics
|March 29, 2001
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This study presents nine real-world engineering ethics cases, highlighting issues from corporate fraud to public safety risks. It offers insights for engineers facing complex ethical dilemmas and suggests improvements for professional societies.

Area of Science:

  • Engineering Ethics
  • Professional Responsibility

Background:

  • Engineers frequently encounter complex ethical challenges in practice.
  • Existing resources like the IEEE Ethics Committee and the Online Ethics Center for Engineering and Science provide case examples.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To illustrate common ethical problems faced by engineers.
  • To provide practical insights from real-world engineering scenarios.
  • To explore potential support mechanisms for ethical engineering practice.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of nine case studies from IEEE Ethics Committee records.
  • Inclusion of experiences from the Online Ethics Center's ethics helpline.
  • Categorization of ethical issues based on severity and context.

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Main Results:

  • Case examples range from inter-company disputes to critical health and safety concerns.
  • One case demonstrates the significant personal repercussions of resignation.
  • Identified areas where professional societies can better support ethical conduct.

Conclusions:

  • Real-world engineering practice presents diverse ethical challenges.
  • Ethical lapses can have severe consequences for individuals and the public.
  • Professional societies have a role in facilitating and supporting ethical engineering.