Ethics Paper
I need to write an ethics paper addressing the following topics
• Trust placed on engineers by the public
• Effects of disasters on the public’s perception of the world’s infrastructure
• Comment on the miniscule size of the root cause of most disasters and how they can multiply into such horrific end consequences
Ethics Paper
Read the text “Inviting Disaster” by James Chiles.
After reading the text, draft a 2,000 word (minimum) paper addressing the effects of engineering mistakes on society. As a part of this paper, address the following topics:
Trust placed on engineers by the public
Effects of disasters on the public’s perception of the world’s infrastructure
Comment on the miniscule size of the root cause of most disasters and how they can multiply into such horrific end consequences
Conclude the paper by discussing methods you PERSONALLY plan on implementing in your career to ensure you are a good steward of the public’s trust. Papers are to be double spaced, Arial font. All APA formatting and citation guidelines are to be followed for these papers
Criteria Points Possible Points Earned Comments
-Analyzes at least one historical (or present) instance in which the lack of respect for quality, timeliness, or continuous improvement has impacted societies in a negative way. 10
I Acknowledges importance of engineering as a societal aspect. 5
Recognizes and analyzes effects of engineering failures on society. 5
J Analyzes the root cause of at least one engineering failure and provides meaningful comments relating to possible avenues to prevent reoccurrence. 10
K Personally analyzes ways in which individual will be a good steward of the public trust. 10
G Identifies and uses appropriate technical literature. 5
Communicates Effectively. This includes paper layout, grammar, adherence to APA style, and 5
