HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

MODULE/COURSE NAME Management Skills 1

ASSESSMENT TYPE Presentation (Formative Assessment)
MARK ALLOCATION 50 marks
TIME ALLOCATION 1 weeks
DUE DATE 31 October 2023
LEARNING UNITS Chapter 21: Ethics for Engineering
Professionals
INSTRUCTIONS
Read instructions carefully and follow them meticulously.
a. Please adhere to all instructions in the assessment booklet.
b. This is an individual assessment.
c. Design clear and engaging visual aids such as slides, charts, and diagrams to
complement your presentation.
d. Visual aids should enhance your message, not overwhelm it. Keep them simple
and visually appealing.
e. You are required to do a 10-minute presentation and it must be uploaded on
Blackboard.
Presentation Topic: Ethics for Engineering Professionals

Presentation Overview: This presentation aims to explore the importance of ethics

in the engineering profession. It will cover key ethical principles, real-world case
scenarios, and the significance of ethical decision-making in engineering projects.

Content

1. Introduction
 Clear introduction to the topic.
 Explanation of the importance of ethics in engineering.

2. Key Ethical Principles

 Presentation of fundamental ethical principles relevant to engineering.
 Clear and concise explanation of each principle.

3. Select one of the three scenarios and respond to the questions related
to the scenario you've chosen.

Safety vs. Cost Cutting:

 Scenario: An engineering firm is working on a construction project,
and during the planning phase, they discover that using higher-quality
materials would significantly improve safety but also increase the
project cost.

 Ethical Dilemma:
 Should the engineering team prioritize safety over cost savings, or
should they follow the cost-cutting approach at the potential risk to
safety?
 How should the engineering team assess the potential consequences
of prioritizing cost savings over safety in this construction project?
 What ethical principles should guide the team's decision-making in this
scenario?
 Are there industry standards or regulations that can help the
engineering team make an informed choice between safety and cost?

Environmental Impact:
 Scenario: An environmental engineering company is tasked with
designing a wastewater treatment plant for a region with limited water
resources. The client wants to cut corners to reduce costs, potentially
compromising the plant's effectiveness.

 Ethical Dilemma:
 How should the engineering team balance the client's cost concerns
with their professional responsibility to design an effective and
environmentally responsible solution?
 How can the engineering team effectively communicate the importance
of designing an environmentally responsible wastewater treatment
plant to the client who wants cost-cutting?
  What ethical responsibilities do environmental engineers have towards
the protection of the environment and the effective treatment of
wastewater?
 Are there alternative solutions that strike a balance between cost
concerns and environmental responsibility?

Product Safety and Public Health:

 Scenario: An automotive engineer discovers a potential safety issue in
a vehicle design that could lead to accidents and injuries. The company
is eager to launch the product to meet market demands.

 Ethical Dilemma:
 Should the engineer report the safety issue to prevent potential harm,
even if it delays the product launch and affects the company's
profitability?
 What are the potential consequences of launching the product with the
known safety issue for public safety and the company's reputation?
 How should the engineer navigate the ethical dilemma between
protecting public health and adhering to the company's eagerness to
meet market demands?
 Are there legal and regulatory requirements that the engineer should
consider when deciding whether to report the safety issue?

4. Significance of Ethical Decision-Making:

 Explanation of how ethical decision-making impacts engineering
projects and society.
 Emphasis on the long-term consequences of ethical decisions.
Delivery and Engagement

5. Clarity

 Clear, organized, and structured presentation.

 Effective use of visuals and slides if applicable.

6. Engagement
 Ability to engage the audience through eye contact, tone, and
enthusiasm.

7. Time Management:
 Staying within the allocated time for the presentation.

Depth of Understanding

8. Comprehension

 Demonstrated a deep understanding of the ethical principles discussed.

9. Critical Analysis
 Provided insightful analysis and interpretation of the scenario and their
ethical implications.

Communication

Language and Style - Use of clear and appropriate language. - Professional and
respectful tone.

11. Visual Aids

 Effective use of visuals, if applicable.
 Visual aids enhance understanding.