This document discusses the importance of engineering ethics in engineering management. It defines engineering and ethics, and explains how they converge in engineering management. Key principles of engineering ethics that guide engineering practices are explored, including professional responsibility, honesty and integrity, competence, accountability, sustainability, and confidentiality. A case study of the 1986 Challenger Space Shuttle disaster is presented to illustrate how failures in ethical engineering management can have dire consequences. Lessons on prioritizing safety, encouraging open communication, ethical leadership, and considering ethics in decision-making are drawn from this example.

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Guiding Principles and Real-World Applications in Engineering
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EngineeringEthics
Engineering and ethics are two foundational pillars that underpin the very essence of
the engineering profession.
Engineering
• the art and science of applying technical
knowledge, creativity, and innovation to solve
real-world problems.
• the driving force behind technological
advancements, infrastructure development, and
countless innovations that shape our modern
world.
Ethics
• serves as the moral compass that guides the
conduct of professionals in any field.
• the unwavering dedication to doing what is
right, just, and responsible.
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• Engineering and Ethics, converge in the arena of
engineering management, where technical
expertise meets leadership
• Engineering management fills the gap between
academic understanding and real-world
application.
• We examine the ethical principles that guide
engineering practices within the context of
engineering management.
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Navigating Moral Compass in Engineering
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Navigating Moral Compass in Engineering Leadership
• Engineering managers play a pivotal role as the
custodians of ethical responsibility, ensuring that
their teams not only meet technical objectives but
also uphold the highest ethical standards.
• Exploring the core principles of engineering ethics
and drawing insights from a case study, we seek to
illuminate how these principles are deeply embedded
in the engineering management landscape.
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KeyPrinciplesofEngineeringEthics:
Professional
Responsibility
• The public's safety,
health, and welfare
are the duty of
engineers.
Honesty and Integrity
• Engineers must be
honest and
transparent in their
work.
Competence
• Engineering managers
should ensure their
team members
possess the required
knowledge and skills
to perform their
duties effectively
Accountability
• Engineers and
engineering managers
must be willing to
take responsibility for
their actions and
decisions
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KeyPrinciplesofEngineeringEthics:
Sustainability
• Ethical engineering
management
involves considering
the long-term
environmental and
societal impact of
engineering projects
Confidentiality
• Engineering
managers should
respect the
confidentiality of
sensitive information
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CaseStudy:
The Challenger Space Shuttle Disaster (1986)
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The Challenger Space Shuttle
Disaster (1986)
A terrible and well-known
example of unethical
management in engineering is
the Challenger catastrophe.
Despite worries that the O-rings,
a crucial part of the solid rocket
boosters, had not been
sufficiently tested in cold
weather, the Challenger was
launched anyway.

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CaseStudy:TheChallengerSpaceShuttleDisaster(1986)
Challenger Disaster: An Ethical Breakdown in Engineering Leadership
Ethical Issues in the Challenger Disaster:
• Pressure to Launch: Due to schedule pressures and
political factors, there was immense pressure to
proceed with the launch, even though engineers had
expressed concerns.
• Communication Breakdown: There was a breakdown
in communication between engineers and
management. Engineers' warnings about the O-rings
were not effectively communicated to decision-
makers.
• Groupthink: There was a tendency towards
"groupthink," where dissenting opinions were
discouraged, and a consensus to proceed was
reached without considering the ethical implications.
Lessons for Engineering Management:
• Prioritize Safety: Prioritize safety and ethical
considerations above all else.
• Encourage Open Communication: Foster a culture
where team members are encouraged to voice
concerns and differing opinions without fear of
reprisal.
• Ethical Leadership: Lead by example in ethical
conduct, promoting honesty, integrity, and
accountability in your team.
• Decision-Making Framework: Develop a structured
decision-making framework that considers not only
technical factors but also ethical implications.
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Conclusion:
Engineering Ethics: The Cornerstone of
Responsible Engineering Management
• Engineering ethics is integral to the practice of
engineering management. It directs responsible
decision-making, emphasizes public security and
welfare, and guarantees the longevity of engineering
projects.
• The Challenger catastrophe serves as a sobering
warning of what might happen when engineering
management fails to act ethically.
• Engineering management professionals may promote
a culture of accountability, openness, and
sustainability that is advantageous to both their
organizations and society at large by realizing the
significant significance of engineering ethics.
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ThankYou
By: Jeremy Pierre C. Tecson
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