Engineering

Authors: Bird, Stephanie J. ; Housman, David E.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Science and Engineering Ethics
Abstract: The author discusses the role trust plays in research, including its role between colleagues, the public's trust in the integrity of science, and how internal and external pressures influence the development of trust in scientific r...
Year: 1995
DOI: 10.1007/BF02583255

Authors: Abbasi, Rahim Ahmed
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education & Practice
Abstract: Focuses on the evolution of ethics in engineering profession. Description of the ethical practice in the field of engineering; Definition of ethics; Steps taken by the American Society of Civil Engineers to encourage the practice of...
Year: 2003
DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)1052-3928

Authors: Armstrong, J. Scott
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Science and Engineering Ethics
Abstract: This paper reviews the published empirical evidence concerning journal peer review published since 1975. The author concludes that these studies show that peer review improves quality, but its use to screen papers has met with limit...
Year: 1997
DOI: 10.1007/s11948-997-0017-3

Authors: Anderson, Melissa S. ; Shultz, Joseph B.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Science and Engineering Ethics
Abstract: The nature of scientific societies' relationships with their members limits their ability to promote research integrity. They must therefore leverage their strengths as professional organizations to integrate ethical considerations ...
Year: 2003
DOI: 10.1007/s11948-003-0013-1

Authors: Anderson, Melissa S.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Science and Engineering Ethics
Abstract: The article summarizes the results from two national surveys of 4,000 faculty and doctoral students in chemistry, civil engineering, microbiology and sociology. The results of the survey indicate that both faculty and students subsc...
Year: 2000
DOI: 10.1007/s11948-000-0002-6

Authors: Abeles, Norman
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Science and Engineering Ethics
Abstract: How the American Psychological Association's ethics code deals with the enforcement of ethical violations through its 'rules and procedures' is discussed. The code provides both general principles and decision rules. The threshold f...
Year: 1998
DOI: 10.1007/s11948-998-0013-2

Authors: Sikdar, SK
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRESS
Abstract: The article discusses the importance of sustainable development, and the role that chemists and chemical engineers can play in preventing prevent the consequences of unsustainable resource utilization....
Year: 2003
DOI: 10.1002/ep.670220409

Authors: Shrader-Frechette, Kristin Sharon
Publication Type: Book
Secondary Title: Issues in academic ethics
Abstract: The author of this volumes argues that scientific research cannot be "values free". All research raises ethical questions of importance to the scientific community, third parties involved in the research, and the public at large. Th...
Year: 1994

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Authors: Stern, Judy E. ; Elliott, Deni
Publication Type: Book
Abstract: This book is intended as a resource for instructors who are developing ethics courses. The authors discuss the importance of teaching research ethics, and describe how they went about developing their own seminar course held at the...
Year: 1997
URL: http://www.dartmouth.edu/~ethics/archives/Stern_Elliott.pdf

Authors: Oliver, Paul
Publication Type: Book
Abstract: A concise volume aimed at students that focuses on the eithical issues raised when conducting a small scale research project. Covers topics such as the funding of research, research design, data analysis and management, issues of co...
Year: 2003

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Authors: Bebeau, Muriel J.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of the American College of Dentistry
Abstract: The author suggests that training in ethical reasoning can be effective in increasing the ability of emerging professionals to engage in ethical behavior in scientific research. ...
Year: 1991

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Authors: Pritchard, Michael S. ; Jaksa, James A.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: XYZ Corporation permits its employees to borrow company tools. Engineer Al House took full advantage of this privilege. He went one step further and ordered tools for his unit that would be useful for his home building projects even...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12509.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Scott Bennett is the engineer assigned to deal with vendors who supply needed parts to the Upscale Company. Larry Newman, sales representative from one of Upscale's regular vendors, offers Scott a chance at a good deal on a condo. I...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12511.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Chief engineer of Axtell's Installation Division, Howard Hanson implements a new policy which may be necessary. A situation arises for two engineers which makes them question how necessary the policy is....
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12512.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Branch, Inc. has been losing ground to its competitors in recent years. Concerned that substance abuse may be responsible for much of Branch's decline, the company has just adopted a policy that imposes sanctions on those employees ...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12515.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Just moments ago, Bryan's supervisor, Max Morrison, told him to dump half of the used coolant down the drain. Bryan knew the coolant was toxic, and he mentioned this to Max. But Max was not swayed. Includes expert commentaries ...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12517.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Paul Ledbetter decides to accept hospitality from a vendor in the form of a country club membership. Includes expert commentaries....
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12518.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S. ; Douglas, Roscoe A.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: At T&D Manufacturing, the procedure to obtain needed tooling is to have the tools designed in house by company tool engineers. When the design is approved, part prints and specifications are mailed to at least three approved outside...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12520.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: What to do when old friendship gets in the way of decision making. Includes expert commentaries....
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/7938.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: On the face of it, Darnell, Inc. has a strong commitment to affirmative action. Five years ago less than 1% of its professional and managerial staff were women. Now 8% are women. However, few of the women are in senior positions. Pa...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12526.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: You teach in the department of Engineering Technology at Western Tech. Although you are well known nationally for your research, your heavy teaching load has prevented you from undertaking a major project you have been interested in...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12528.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: The New Wyoming State Board of Professional Engineers performs regulatory functions (e.g., licensing of engineers) for the state. Members of the Board are appointed by the state governor. Most of the Board members are also members o...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12699.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Residents in Barker Township strongly oppose the proposed site for the landfill. A very large number opposed the reappointment of Matthews and Parkinson. Now a petition demanding the recall of Matthews and Parkinson has been signed ...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12530.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Jim Grimaldi, projects manager in the Sunnyvale division of Universal Corporation, has just learned that in two weeks the headquarters in Los Angeles will be sending him a project engineer, Joan Dreer. Her job will be to supervise s...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12531.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S. ; Jaksa, James A.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: ABC's chemical waste is stored in a warehouse at an off-site location. While inspecting the warehouse, engineer Scott Lewis notices several leaking drums. Includes expert commentaries....
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12537.aspx