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Civil Engineering Magazine Archive
EISSN: 2381-0688
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Priority: 12
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Description: The Civil Engineering Magazine Archive provides a record of civil engineering achievements and professional issues published in Civil Engineering Magazine, the official publication of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Feature articles describe More ...
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RISEngineers Should Use Their Knowledge and Expertise with Diligence and Good Faith
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Fundamental Canon 3 of ASCE’s Code of Ethics states, "Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner." This month’s column looks at a scenario in which a senior engineer at a forensics ...
Integrity Is Paramount When Engineers Act as Expert Witnesses
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: A member submits a paper to an ASCE journal. A complainant claims that the author fraudulently manipulated his analysis in order to reach his desired conclusion. Was the Society’s Code of Ethics violated in this instance?
Engineers Must Be Efficient, Equitable, and Ethical In the Delivery of Engineering Services
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: A member makes gifts and other payments to a public official, violating the ASCE Code of Ethics in the process.
Practicing the Principles of Equitable Participation
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: A Question of Ethics: Engineers should practice the principles of equitable participation.
Practicing Outside of Competence Leads to Tragic Consequences
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: A hypothetical scenario based on an actual event questions whether two engineers, who were negligent in a building’s design, violated canons 1 and 2 of ASCE’s Code of Ethics.
Member’s Remarks about a Former Employee Cause Trouble
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: A supervisor, who is a member of ASCE, remarks on a former employee’s performance to a potential employer. Did the member violate ASCE’s Code of Ethics?
Use Care in Listing of P.E. Credential
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: A member lists his P.E. credential on university materials, but he is not licensed to practice in that university’s state. Did he violate the Society’s code of ethics?
Undermining the Procurement Process Results in Expulsion
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: ASCE members are expelled from the Society for participating in bid-rigging schemes.
Engineers Must Actively Fight Corruption
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Engineers must have “zero tolerance” for corruption—for themselves and for others.
Engineers Must Avoid All Types of Corruption
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Engineers must avoid all types of corruption.