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Engineering, Business & Professional Ethics

By Simon Robinson

Engineering, Business & Professional Ethics

By Simon Robinson

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Engineering, as a profession and business, is at the sharp end of the ethical practice. Far from being a bolt on extra to the 'real work' of the engineer it is at the heart of how he or she relates to the many different stakeholders in the engineering project.Engineering, Business and Professional Ethics highlights the ethical dimension of engineering and shows how values and responsibility relate to everyday practice. Looking at the underlying value systems that inform practical thinking the book offers a framework for ethical decision-making. Covering global corporate responsibility to the increasing concern for the environment within the engineering business, the book offers ways in which value conflict can be handled. Integrating practice, value and diversity the book helps to prepare the engineer for the ethical challenges of the 21st century.This book is essential reading for all students on courses accredited by the Engineering Council e.g. Civil, Chemical, Mechanical and Environmental Engineering who need to be aware of ethics. Also of interest to practicing engineers and professionals such as Sustainability Managers and Community Workers involved in engineering projects.The authors have worked together in the area of engineering, professional and business ethics for many years and are all members of the National Centre for Applied Ethics at the University of Leeds.
Product details
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
260
Release Date:
2015-12-21
Publication Date:
2015-12-22
Publisher:
Routledge
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1138138142
ISBN13:
9781138138148
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
787 g
Height:
208 cm
Width:
260 cm
Thickness:
19 cm
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