CE 117 1-3

• History of the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, Inc.:

  • Philippine Society of Civil Engineers (PSCE) was the Philippines' first civil engineering organization formed in the late twenties by civil engineers mostly from the government sector with Engr. Marcial Kasilag as its first president
  • Philippine Association of Civil Engineers (PACE) was established in 1937 by civil engineers in the private sector with Enrique Sto. Tomas Cortes as its first president
  • PACE, under President Alberto Guevarra, was responsible for the passage of Republic Act No. 544, known as the "Civil Engineering Law" in 1950
  • Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, Inc. (PICE) was registered on December 11, 1973, with Cesar A Caliwara as the first president
  • PICE was accredited by the Professional Regulation Commission on August 13, 1975, as the only officially recognized organization of Civil Engineers in the Philippines
• Introduction to General Ethics and Ethical Values:

  • Ethics are a set of moral principles guiding behavior, reflecting beliefs about what is right, wrong, just, unjust, good, and bad
  • Morals, social norms, religious influences, and cultural practices influence ethical behavior
  • Business ethics govern the moral principles, policies, and values in business activities
  • Professional ethics guide professionals in their conduct and decision-making processes
• Moral Reasoning:

  • The process where individuals determine right and wrong in personal situations using logic
  • Components of moral behavior include moral sensitivity, moral judgment, moral motivation, and moral character
  • Skill sets like moral imagination, moral creativity, reasonableness, and perseverance play a role in moral expertise
• Culture:

  • Describes a collective way of life shared by individuals in a group, organization, or society
  • Relationship of culture and ethics: interpretations of morality are influenced by cultural norms, leading to variations in ethical standards
• The Manager's Role in Ethical Conduct:

  • Governed by personal values developed through family, teachers, classmates, and religion
• Ethical Decisions:

  • Law and ethics differ in terms of being mandatory vs. voluntary, permissible vs. what is right, good, and just
  • Business ethics around the world vary due to social norms and ethical standards in different countries
• Civil Engineering Code of Ethics: Fundamental Principles and Fundamental Canons:

  • Fundamental principles include enhancing human welfare, being honest and impartial, increasing competence, and supporting professional societies
  • Fundamental canons emphasize safety, health, welfare of the public, competence, truthful statements, avoiding conflicts of interest, professional reputation, professional development, and upholding the honor of the profession
• Civil Engineers shall be dignified and modest in explaining their work and merit
• Civil Engineers shall avoid any act promoting their interests at the expense of the integrity, honor, and dignity of the civil engineering profession
• Civil Engineers shall act as faithful agents or trustees for each employer or client and avoid conflicts of interest
• Civil Engineers shall promptly inform their employers or clients of any business association, interests, or circumstances that could influence their judgment or the quality of their services
• Civil Engineers shall not accept compensation from more than one party for services of the same project without full disclosure and agreement by all interested parties
• Civil Engineers shall not solicit or accept gratuities from contractors, their agents, or other parties dealing with their clients or employers
• Civil Engineers in public services shall not participate in consideration or actions related to services solicited or provided by them or their organization in private or public engineering practice
• Civil Engineers shall advise their employers or clients when they believe a project will not be successful
• Civil Engineers shall not use confidential information for personal profit if it goes against the interests of their clients, employers, or the public
• Civil Engineers shall not accept professional employment outside of their regular work without the knowledge of their employers
• Civil Engineers shall build their professional reputation on the merit of their services and not compete unfairly with others
• Civil Engineers shall not give, solicit, or receive any political contribution, gratuity, or unlawful consideration to secure work
• Civil Engineers should negotiate contracts for professional services fairly based on demonstrated competence and qualifications
• Civil Engineers may request, propose, or accept professional commissions on a contingent basis only under circumstances where their professional judgments would not be compromised
• Civil Engineers shall not falsify or permit misinterpretation of their academic or professional qualifications or experience
• Civil Engineers shall give proper credit for engineering work to those to whom credit is due and recognize the proprietary interests of others
• Civil Engineers may advertise professional services in a way that does not contain misleading language or is derogatory to the dignity of the profession
• Civil Engineers shall not maliciously or falsely injure the professional reputation, prospects, practice, or employment of another engineer
• Civil Engineers shall not use their employers' equipment, supplies, or facilities for outside private practice without consent
• Civil Engineers shall act in a manner that upholds and enhances the honor, integrity, and dignity of the civil engineering profession
• Civil Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers and provide opportunities for the professional development of those under their supervision
• Civil Engineers should keep current in their specialty fields through professional practice, continuing courses, reading technical literature, and attending professional meetings and seminars
• Civil Engineers should encourage their engineering employees to become registered as soon as possible
• Civil Engineers should encourage engineering employees to attend and present papers at professional and technical society meetings
• Civil Engineers should uphold mutually satisfying relationships between employers and employees in terms of employment, including professional grade descriptions, salary ranges, and fringe benefits
• Civil Engineers shall provide opportunities for the professional development of those under their supervision
• Civil Engineers shall perform the scope of services as stated and exercise reasonable skill, care, and diligence in their obligations
• Civil Engineers shall act independently and perform with necessary skills and professional judgment when required to certify, decide, or exercise discretion between the client and a third party
• Civil Engineers may recommend specialist suppliers and contractors for certain parts of the works but shall not be liable for their work
• Civil Engineers shall notify the client of any interest that may significantly conflict with the client's interests under their contract
• Clients shall pay Civil Engineers for their services and provide all necessary information and cooperation for the performance of services
• Clients shall not interfere with or obstruct the proper performance of services by Civil Engineers
• Clients shall make arrangements for the provision of services from other professionals or others as required and bear all costs