30 Questions
What is the definition of 'canons'?
A rule or body of rules generally established as valid and fundamental
Which term is derived from a person's upbringing, religious beliefs, and societal influences?
Moral
In the context of engineering, what does proper etiquette involve?
Showing respect to employers and clients
What are the consequences for violating the laws of a society?
Fines and imprisonment
Which legal system did the Philippines base much of its laws and court systems on?
Spanish and American Legal Systems
What defines 'etiquette' in the context of social interactions?
Acceptable personal behavior and courtesy in social settings
What does ethical value aim to determine?
The importance of different actions
Which ethical value involves holding oneself accountable and increasing happiness levels through charity?
Charity
What does integrity entail in ethical leadership?
Complying with policies and regulations
Which ethical value requires taking ownership of work and being transparent about progress and results?
Accountability
In ethical leadership, what does respect involve?
Learning from others' knowledge
What is the primary purpose of developing a personal code of conduct in ethical leadership?
To lead by example in ethical behavior
What is one of the professional social responsibilities included in the Environmental and Sustainability Engineering code of ethics?
Promoting sustainability
What is the ultimate reason for preserving the environment?
Ensuring self-preservation for human life
What standard of professional behavior do engineers need to adhere to according to the text?
Adherence to the highest ethical principles
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a required attribute for the services provided by engineers?
Unfairness
What is one of the four key statements of ethical practice mentioned in the text related to engineering solutions?
Creating engineering solutions for a sustainable future
Based on the text, what is an important aspect that engineering has a direct impact on for all people?
Quality of life
What services are included in the practice of Civil Engineering as per the ACT?
Erection, installation, and supervision of construction of various structures
Who can be referred to as a 'civil engineer'?
A person registered with the Board of Examiners for Civil Engineer
What is the role of the Board of Examiners for Civil Engineers?
To conduct technical examinations for registration in civil engineering practice
How many members compose the Board of Examiners for Civil Engineers?
3
What is the timeframe required for creating the Board of Examiners for Civil Engineers after the approval of the ACT?
30 days
What is a mandatory requirement for individuals applying for registration in civil engineering practice?
Passing a technical examination as specified
According to utilitarianism, what should be considered when determining the morality of an action?
The consequences of the action on human well-being
Which ethical theory emphasizes the idea of doing things because they are inherently right, regardless of their consequences?
Duty Ethics
According to Right Ethics, what is given the highest priority in terms of ethical correctness?
Fundamental rights that others have a duty to respect
What is the core idea behind Virtue Ethics?
Good character traits (virtues) determine the morality of actions
What distinguishes Duty Ethics from Utilitarianism?
Duty Ethics disregards the consequences of actions.
In Utilitarianism, what concept involves choosing the option that maximizes utility?
'Greatest happiness for the greatest number' principle
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