UNIT-3 REVIEWER-ECE-LAWS

*Unit 3: Practicing the ECE Profession* based on the document: ### **Lesson 3.1: Manual of Professional Practice for Electronics Engineers** - **Code of Ethics and Conduct**: Electronics practitioners must act with integrity and fairness. They must prioritize public welfare, avoid associating with...

*Unit 3: Practicing the ECE Profession* based on the document: ### **Lesson 3.1: Manual of Professional Practice for Electronics Engineers** - **Code of Ethics and Conduct**: Electronics practitioners must act with integrity and fairness. They must prioritize public welfare, avoid associating with questionable enterprises, and respect fellow engineers. - **Relations with the State**: Respect state laws and contribute technical expertise to national welfare, security, and emergencies. - **Relations with the Public**: Engineers must prioritize public safety and avoid dangerous practices. - **Relations with Clients & Employers**: Engineers should maintain confidentiality, disclose financial interests, avoid conflicts of interest, and remain impartial in contracts. - **Relations with Co-practitioners**: Fair dealings with peers, avoid harming their reputations unjustly, and promote proper compensation. - **Standards & Guidelines**: Electronics engineers must uphold professional service standards in design, maintenance, research, consultation, and education across various fields. ### **Lesson 3.2: Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines (IECEP)** - **IECEP**: The only accredited professional organization (APO) for electronics engineers in the Philippines. - **Mission & Vision**: Focus on professional development, excellence, and global competitiveness. Promote ethical practices and ensure member well-being. - **IECEP Role**: Offers continuing education, protects member rights, and formulates codes/laws relevant to the profession. - **By-laws**: Membership is through local/foreign chapters. National directors are elected and are responsible for policymaking. ### **Lesson 3.3: Advanced Level Engineer** - **Upgrading to PECE (Professional Electronics Engineer)**: - PECEs have the authority to sign and seal documents and provide consultation services. - Requirements include seven years of experience, certifications, and NBI clearance. - Applicants need at least two years in charge of significant engineering projects.  - PECEs must follow a strict Code of Ethics and use an authorized seal for all official documents. ### **Philippine Technological Council (PTC)** - Umbrella organization for engineering fields in the Philippines. - Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and professional development. - Advocates for mobility of engineers across national borders (APEC/ASEAN Engineer Registry). ### **ASEAN Engineering Registry** - **Objective**: Promote ASEAN engineer recognition. - **Qualification**: Minimum seven years of professional experience, with at least two years in significant project leadership. - **CPD (Continuing Professional Development)**: Necessary for maintaining membership. ### **APEC Engineer Registry** - **Eligibility**: Minimum seven years of experience, two years in significant work, CPD compliance, and adherence to a professional code of conduct. ### **ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer (ACPE) Registry** - Facilitates the mobility of engineering professionals across ASEAN. - Requires seven years of active practice and compliance with professional ethics and standards.