ANNA UNIVERSITY :: CHENNAI - 600 025 MODEL QUESTION PAPER B.E. / B.TECH. DEGREE PROGRAMMES GE035 PROFESSIONAL ETHICS | |
Time: 3hrs | Max Marks: 100 |
Answer all Questions | |
PART - A (10 x 2 = 20 Marks) | |
1. | What is meant by voluntary risk? |
2. | “When in Rome do as Romans do”? – Explain it in the context of ethical relativism. |
3. | Explain when the act of gift receiving becomes an act of bribe? |
4. | What are the several roles of an engineer in the society? |
5. | What is moral autonomy? |
6. | What are the steps to be taken in dealing with moral dilemmas? |
7. | What is the role of an engineer in responsible experimentation? |
8. | How can a product be tested for safety? |
9. | What are the special moral issues intrinsic to the defense industry? |
10. | Write briefly on loyalty as a professional obligation. |
PART - B (5 x 16 = 80 Marks) | |
11. | i) Briefly explain, some of the most commonly discussed cases of computer abuse. (6) > ii) What is technology transfer and appropriate technology? (6) iii) What are the areas, which illustrate some of the special responsibilities of consulting engineers? (4) |
12.a) | What are the important problems in Moral dilemmas? What are the main levels of moral development in the theories proposed by Lawrence Kohlberg and Carol Gilligan? Explain each one with an example. |
(OR) | |
12.b) | i) What are the functions and limitations of “Codes of Ethics”? (8) ii) Is code of Ethics different from code of conduct? Explain. (8) |
13.a) | In the late 1960s. Ford designed a
small car Pinto and brought it into market at a rapid pace. The gas
tank was between the rear axle and the bumper. The prescribed rear
impact tests have been conducted and the design was found to be alright.
The gas tank caught fire at an impact very marginally higher that the
value stipulated in the impact test. Ford engineers calculated that paying the insurance claims of the accident victims would be much cheaper than changing the design at that stage. What responsibilities do engineers have in situations like this? Is it appropriate to undertake safety improvement at any cost? |
(OR) | |
13.b) | i) Explain in detail the effect of information on risk assessment. (8) ii) Describe the concept of risk benefit analysis? (8) |
14.a) | Many accidents are caused by using
cellular phones white driving. The risk of accident is four times
greater when the driver is using the cell phone. This is the same as
driving the car drunk. 23 countries have banned the use of cell phone
while driving. Cell phones and the means of mounting them in automobiles are designed by engineers. What responsibility do engineers have regarding this problem? |
(OR) | |
14.b) | i) What is an Intellectual Property Right? (2) ii) Discuss briefly the various forms of Intellectual Property Rights? (14) |
15.a) | i) Write briefly on the sequence of events that occurred during the launch of the Challenger space ship? (8) ii) Write briefly how the challenger disaster can be observed as a poor ethical episode with respect to the acts of (8) 1) deliberate deception 2) failure to seek out the truth 3) allowing one’s judgment to be corrupted 4) engineers with no right to free speech |
(OR) | |
15.b) | A country engineer in Virginia
demanded a 25% kickback in secret payments for highway works contract he
issued. Allan Kammerer, a young Vice-President of a struggling
consulting firm agreed to this condition. Allan cited that bringing work
to his concern and retaining his employees is the main reason for the
decision. Discuss the Normative or moral issues involved in this case. K 1315 B.E./B.Tech. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBERIDECEMBER 2004. Seventh Semester GE 035 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS (Common to All Branches) Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks Answer ALL questions. PART A - (10 x 2 = 20 marks) 1. What is Engineering Ethics? 2. What are the basic concepts of right action? 3. What are the functions of code of ethics? 4. What is the role played by experimentation in the design process? 5. Write short notes on the concept of safety. 6. What is meant by 'acceptability of risk'? 7. What is meant bywhistle blowing9 8. Differentiate copyright and patent. 9. What is meant by 'Globalization'? 10. What are the three senses of relative values? PART B - (5 x 16 = 80 marks) 11. Explain Gilligan theory of moral development. 12. (a) What is meant by professional responsibility and discuss the theories about virtues? Or (b) Explain Moral disagreement, moral absolutism, moral relativism and moral pluralism. 13. (a) What are the aspects of engineering that make it appropriate to view engineering projects as experiments? Or (b) Describe in detail the concept of 'Risk-Benefit Analysis'. 14. (a) What is the importance of loyalty and collegiality in team work? Or (b) Discuss the ways and means of reducing occupational crime in industries. 15. (a) What is meant by computer ethics? Or (b) Discuss an engineer's involvement in weapons work. B.E./B.Tech. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2005. Third Semester Computer Science Engineering GE 1301 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND HUMAN VALUES Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks Answer ALL questions. PART A - (10 x 2 = 20 marks) 1. What is the need for engineering ethics? 2. Give a brief note on dishonesty in engineers. 3. Under what circumstance does an employee get into conflict of interest using "Inside Information"? 4. What are the different kinds of rights not included in due to professional status? 5. What is moral autonomy and self respect? 6. Compare safe risk and unsafe risk. 7. What is the difference between bribe and gift? 8. What does environmental ethics educate? 9. What is the importance of intellectual property rights. 10. Engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence. Explain briefly. PART B - (5 x 16 = 80 marks) 11. (i) What is meant by professional conscience and right of conscientious refusal? (4+4) (ii) Explain the expected confidentiality to be maintained by the engineer while he shifts to another organisation similar in service as the previous one. (8) 12. (a) Explain how Gilligun view the three levels of moral development initiated by Kohlberg. What is moral autonomy9 (12+4) Or (b) What are the different ethical theory available for right action, self interest, duty ethics? (6+5+5) 13. (a) What is the importance of codes of ethics? Give a brief account on '4' canons of codes of ethics given by an international standard or associates. Or (b) Give justifications on how the challenger disaster could have been avoided by engineers. 14. (a) What is the importance of computer ethics? Discuss the functioning of anonymity and privacy as (i) helpful (ii) undesirable in computer aided activities with suitable example. Or (b) Discuss on safety. Explain what safety measures are to be taken to establish a nuclear power plant in a country. 15. (a) Write briefly on any TWO: (i) Engineer used as expert witness. (ii) Engineers as good managers. (iii) Engineers with social responsibilities. Or (b) Write briefly on any TWO: (i) Discrimination is a boon and a pain in professional life. (ii) Collective bargaining. (iii) Risk-Benefit analysis. B.E./B.Tech. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY / JUNE 2006. Seventh Semester Civil Engineering GE 035 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS (Common to all branches) lime: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks Answer ALL questions. PART A - (10 x 2 = 20 marks) 1. What are the three different levels of moral development suggested by Rholberg? 2. List the different models of professional roles. 3. Mention the five widely used tests for evaluating ethical theories. 4. Give the limitations of code. 5. What reasons lead to many repetitions of past mistakes? 6. Give Lowrance's definition for safety and acceptability of risk. 7. List the methods that. can be applied when testing is inappropriate. 8. Define whistle-blowing and when it occurs. 9. List any four international rights listed by Donaldson. 10. What do you mean by appropriate technology* PART B - (5 x 16 = 80 marks) 11. (i) Explain the skills needed to handle problems about moral issue in engineering ethics. (8) (ii) Discuss the different models of professional roles. (8) 12. (a) (i) State the similarities to view engineering projects as experiments. (8) (ii) How engineering projects differs from standard experimentation? (8) Or (b) Discuss on the roles played by the codes of ethics set by professional societies. (16) 13. (a) (i)Explain in detail the effect of information on risk assessment with an example. (8) (ii) Write notes on: Personal risk, Public risk. (8) Or (b) (i)Describe the concept of risk-benefit analysis. (8) (ii)Give any four examples of improved safety and explain. (8) 14. ( a) Explain the concept of collegiality and loyalty. (16) Or (b) Write short notes on: (i) Professional rights. (8) (ii) Employee rights for privacy and choice of outside activities. (8) .15. (a) (i) Describe the moral threatsposed by the revolutionized communication using computers to the right to privacy. (8) (ii) Describe the concept of environmental ethics with a case study. (8) Or (b) (i) Discuss on three senses of 'Relative' values. (8) (ii) Give the philosophical views of nature and discuss them. (8) B.E./B.Tech. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY/JUNE 2006. Third Semester Computer Science and Engineering GE 1301 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND HUMAN VALUES (Re6lation'2004) Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks Answer ALL questions. PART A - (10 x 2 = 20 marks) 1. Explain the terms 'Ethics' and 'Engineering Ethics'. 2. What are the steps needed in confronting moral dilemmas? How is dishonesty a dangerous issue?~ 4. Engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence'. Explain this phrase on code of Ethics. 5. Mention any four popularly practiced techniques for safety of employees in an inflammable chemical plant. 6. What is environmental ethics? 7. Compare technology transfer and appropriate technology. 8. What is the disadvantage of. collective bargaining? 9. What is Cyber crime? 10. What are patent, trademark and copyright? PART B - (5 x 16 80 marks) 11. 'Learning from the past' * Explain~'the phrase with respect to the Chernobyl case disaster, explaining on how ethical errors of engineers caused the damage. (8+8) 12. (a) How did Gilligan view the three level of Morals development initiated by Kohl berg? Or (b) Discuss briefly on ethical theory of RIGHT ACTION. Differentiate Act-Utilitarian and Rule Utilitarian. 13. (a) What is the importance of codes of ethics? Give a brief account on ‘4’ canons of codes of ethics quoted by international standard orAssociation. (16) Or (b) Discuss on'Engineers as Responsible Experimenters'. 14. (a) Write briefly on any TWO (i) Engineer as eipert witners! (ii) Engineer as good managers. (iii) Consulting Engineers. Or (b) Explain the expected confidentiality to be maintained by a computer engineer while he shifts his job on career advancement. 15. (a) Discuss on safety. Explain what safety measures are to taken by an engineer working in a deep ground mine. Or (b) Write briefly on any TWO: (i) Employee Rights. (ii) The challenger case study. (iii) Professional obligation of engineers. B.E./B.Tech. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY/JUNE 2007. Seventh Semester Civil Engineering GE 035 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS (Common to All Branches except Bio-Medical Engineering) Time : Three hours Maximum: 100 marks Answer ALL questions. PART A - (10 x 2 = 20 marks) 1. State the three features of moral problems which make them complex. 2. Define Moral Autonomy. 3. Give the reasons why there should be laws to regulate engineering work. 4. State the significance of the following quotation. "Take out your engineering hat and put on your managements hat". 5. State the extended definition of 'safety'. 6. Describe briefly the importance of ' safe exit'. 7. Contrast agency loyalty and identification loyalty. 8. List the central elements of collegiality. How can the collegiality be misused? 9. What are ethical pluralism and ethical relativism? 10. What should an ethical expert witness, even though hired by a company, expected to do? www.skedocs.blogspot.in PART B - (5 x 16 = 80 marks) II. (a) (i) List the four Ethical Theories or Theories about Right Action, and indicate, very briefly, the most important feature of each one of them. (6) (ii) Read the following ethical problem about building large dams, and apply each one of the four ethical theories to find whether large dams should be built. Compare the solutions provided by each theory. (10) "Building of large dams across rivers, most often leads to great benefit to the society, by providing supplies of irrigation and drinking water, flood control and power generation. However, these benefits often come at the cost of people who live in areas that will be flooded by the construction of the dam. They lose their homes, livelihood, and are put to other suffering". Or (b) (i) Describe the levels of moral development in human beings as proposed by Lawrence Kohlberg. How do the views of Carol Gilligan differ from that of Kohlberg? (7) (ii) What are the requirements for a person to be called a professional?(3) (iii)State the steps to be used for solving ethical dilemmas.(6) 12.(a)(i)State and explain the similarities and contrasts between standard experiments and engineering as experimentation.(10) (ii)Name the four features of engineers as responsible experimenters, and explain any two of these features, including the contemporary difficulties engineers face in having them.(6) Or (b)(i)Describe the roles of "Codes of Ethics" formulated by vanous professional engineering societies. Indicate the relative importance of the broad categories into which these roles are classified.(10) (ii)What are the limitations of the codes?(3) (iii)Why are laws related to technology not always effective?(3) 13. (a) (i) What is risk? List the factors which influence the assessment and acceptance of risk by the public. (6) (ii) Write a note on Risk-Benefit Analysis, including its conceptual difficulties (6) (iii) Does reduction of risk associated with a product always result in increased costs for the manufacturer? Explain. (4) Or (b) Explain what methods engineers can use in trying to overcome the uncertainties of design? (16) 14. (a) (i) When do the employee engineers develop identification loyalty? What should the employers do in order to cultivate identification loyalty among the employees? (4) (ii) What is whistle blowing? What is its ethical basis? What are the conditions which need to be satisfied before an employee blows whistle? (8) (iii) How can the employers prevent whistle blowing? (4) Or (b) (i) Name and describe four important responsibilities of engineers as employees. (8) (ii) Write a detailed note about the employee rights and professional rights that the engineers are entitled. (8) 15. (a) (i) Write a detailed note on the various aspects connected with the wide new field of computer ethics. (10) (ii) Explain the environmental problems that are global in nature, not confined to national boundaries, using examples. (6) Or (b) (i) What care should be taken by the multinational companies, while transferring hazardous technology? Give your answer with Bhopal tragedy as the example. Also describe appropriate technology. (6) (ii) How can the engineers balance their professional ethics and responsibilities as managers? (4) (iii) Is it ethically correct, for the multinational companies, to 'be a Roman when in Rome`? Give one argument in favour and one argument against. (6) B. E. /B. Tech. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2008. Fifth Semester Civil Engineering GE 1301- PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND HUMAN VALUES (Common to all branches of B. E./B. Tech. except Computer Science and Engineering, Food Technology, Marine Engineering and Petroleum Engineering) (Regulation 2004) Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks Answer ALL questions. PART A - (10 x 2 = 20 marks) 1. What is a civic virtue? 2. Why is 'caring' an important human value in relation to engineering work? 3. List the three types of enquiries to be done while resolving an ethical dilemma connected to professional work. 4. What are the three 1evels of moral development in human beings as proposed by Lawrence Kohlberg? 5. What are the main limitations of the codes of ethics? 6. What is meant by valid consent? 7. Define 'risk'. 8. What are the incentives for engineers for reducing 'risk' in their products or services? 9. What is the most important ethical mistake made by the Union Carbide which contributed to the Bhopal disaster? 10. What is the right behaviour for an engineer when asked to be an expert witness? PART B - (5 x 16 = 80 marks) 11. (a) (i) Explain why the study of human values is very essential to engineers and list some important human values. (6) (ii) Write a short note on 'work ethic' (4) (iii) List important 'time wasters'. How can one manage his/her time properly? (6) Or (b) (i) Why are ethical problems connected to engineering work complex? (4) (ii) Describe the criteria used for calling somebody a professional. (4) (iii)List the steps that need to be used to resolve an ethical problem connected with professional work. (8) 12. (a) (i) Name and describe the theories of right action. (10) (ii) Give an example of an ethical dilemma connected to your own profession, apply any two ethical theories to that and discuss if the right action arrived at is similar with both the theories. (6) Or (b) (i) Discuss the concept of Moral Autonomy. Also explain if this concept is compatible with authority and consensus. (6) (ii) Explain how religious beliefs influence moral values and the problems associated with divine command ethics. (5) (iii) Discuss briefly ethical relativism. (5) 13. (a) (i) Discuss why engineering work is seen as experimentation. (10) (ii) Write a note about the general features of a morally responsible engineer. (6) Or (b)What are the ethical lessons we can learn from space shuttle challenger tragedy?(16) 14. (a) (i) What may be safe for one person may not be safe for the others? Discuss. (8) (ii)Explain the 'Risk-Benefit Analysis' and conceptual problems associated with it. (8) Or (b) (i) Write short notes on right of conscientious refusal and right to recognition of professional engineer. (8) (ii) Describe the features, types and guidelines in Whistle Blowing. Explain how corporations can prevent it among its employees. (8) 15. (a) (i) Discuss in detail technology transfer and appropriate technology. (8) (ii) Describe the different ethical problems that exist in computer Science and Technology. (8) Or (b) (i) What are the various ways of promoting morally justifiable measures for a Multinational Corporation (MNC)? (10) (ii) Explain the role of engineers as managers. (6) ANNA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, COIMBATORE B.E./ B.TECH. DEGREE EXAMINATIONS: APRIL I MAY 2011 REGULATIONS: 2007 EIGHTH SEMESTER . 070250056 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS (COMMON TO EIE I CSE / iT) TIME: 3 Hours PART-A ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS Max.Marks: 100 (20 x 2 = 40 MARKS) 1. What is the significance of Ethics in engineering profession? 2. Differentiate 'Ethics' and 'Morals'. 3 What is Normative inquiry? Give an example. 4. What are moral dilemmas? 5. What are the basic similarities between engineering experiments and standard experiments? 6. How do you describe informed consent? 7. What is accountability? 8. What are the roles played by code of ethics? 9 How do you access safety? 10. What are the types of accidents? 11. What is risk management? 12. Name the steps involved in design for safety. 13. What are the two senses of loyalty? 14. Differentiate Authority and Power. 15. State the paramount Obligations. 16. What is collective bargaining? 17. Differentiate between technology transfer and appropriate technology. 18. What are the computer abuses? 19. What are the prerequisites of engineers to act as expert witnesses and advisors? 20. What are the senses of responsibility? PART-B ANSWER ANY FIVE QUESTIONS (5 x 12 = 60 MARKS) 21. What are the important problems in Moral dilemmas and the main levels of moral development in the theories proposed by Lawrence Kohlberg and Carol Gilligan? Explain each one with an example. 22. (a) Name and explain the four 'Ethical Theories' (Theories about Right Action) 6 (b) What do you understand by Moral Autonomy? Explain how it can be compatible (not in conflict) with consensus and authority, in the workplace, while on an engineering project 6 23. Give brief accounts of 'The challenger case' with special reference to engineering ethics. 24. (a) Explain the roles played by code of ethics? (b). Explain the functions and limitations of code of ethics? 25. (a). How are safety and risk defined? (b). Discuss in detail about Risk-Benefit Analysis 26. Discuss the responsibilities of engineers to their employers 27. Explain the concepts of Intellectual Property Rights and the various forms of Intellectual Property Rights? 28. Explain the rote of engineers as managers and consultants. *****THE END***** ANNA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, COIMBATORE B.E./ B.TECH. DEGREE EXAMINATIONS: APRIL / MAY 2011 REGULATIONS: 2007 EIGHTH SEMESTER 070120103 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND HUMAN VALUES (COMMON TO AERO / EEE / FASHION TECH. / MECHANICAL ENGG.) Time: 3 Hours PART-A ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS Max. Marks: 100 (20 x 2 = 40 MARKS) 1. Define Engineering ethics 2. What is commitment? 3. Define the term integrity 4. What is conceptual inquiry? 5. How can professionalism be achieved? 6. What IS meant by self interest? Relate the term with ethical egoism 7. List out the limitations of code of ethics? 8. What are the responsibilities of engineers for serving the society responsible experimenters? 9. What are the needs of industrial standards? 10. Define the term confidentiality. 11. What is meant by white-collar crime? 12. Differentiate bribe and gift 13 What is meant by "Relative Values" in Multinational Corporation issues? 14. Define Appropriate Technology 15. What are the effects or acid rain? 16 Define 'computer ethics' 17. What is moral autonomy? 18 State the definition of 'Safety' 19. What is meant by voluntary risk? 20. What are the characteristics of self-confidence? PART-B ANSWER ANY FIVE QUESTIONS (5 x 12 = 60 MARKS) 21. What do you understand by the term spirituality? Explain in detail. 22. Discuss between 'Kohlberg and Gilligan theory'. 23. The role of engineer as an experimentation in the process of designing a product -Justify 24. What is an intellectual property rights? Explain the elements in detail. 25. Explain the role of engineers as 'expert witness' and 'advisors'. 26. Discuss briefly about a balanced outlook on law. 27. Discuss in detail about the 'risk benefit analysis' and reducing risk. 28. Explain in detail about moral leadership. *****THE END***** ANNA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, COIMBATORE B.E./ B.TECH. DEGREE EXAMINATIONS: NOV / DEC 2011 REGULATIONS: 2008 SEVENTHSEMETER: ECE 080290069 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND HUMAN VALUES Time: 3 Hours PART - A ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS Max. Marks : 100 (10 x 2 = 20 Marks) 1. Define Integrity. 2. What is the need for business ethics? 3. What is the role of code of ethics in organizations? 4. What do you mean by transactional ethics? 5. Explain how to deal with intentional and unintentional managerial offences that increase ethical risk for organizations. 6. Explain how planning process that builds integrity can be ethical. 7. Explain impact of job discrimination on organizational work culture. 8. Explain the importance of practicing professional code of conduct voluntarily 9. What is social responsibility? 10. What is the role of businesses in protecting the environment? PART- B (5 x 16 = 80 Marks) ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS 11.a) Discuss the importance of ethics in business and society. (OR) 11.b) Explain the role of values in decision making that has an impact on society. 12.a) Define spirituality and discus the role of spirituality in commercial organizations. (OR) 12 .b) Explain Kohlberg's Model of Cognitive Moral Development with appropriate examples. 13.a) Explain how moral leadership and ethical work culture influence the ethical behavior of commercial organizations. (OR) 13.b) Explain as to how far there is congruence between the professional and environmental ethics. 14.a) Explain the role of corporate culture in ethical decision making. (OR) 14.b) Explain the role of ethics and values in developing software. 15.a) Explain the process of creating an ethical organization. (OR) 15.b) Discuss the role of media in promoting ethical practices among businesses. *****THE END***** ANNA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, COIMBATORE M.Sc. (INTEGRATED) DEGREE EXAMINATIONS: NOV I DEC 2011 REGULATIONS: 2007 NINETH SEMESTER: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING 073230050 - PROFESSIONAL ETHICS Time: 3 Hours PART-A ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS 1 Explain the terms 'Ethics' and 'Engineering Ethics'. 2 What are the steps needed in confronting moral dilemmas? 3. What is meant by voluntary risk? 4. What are the several roles of an engineer in a society? 5. Define environmental ethics. 6. Define moral autonomy. 7. What are the disadvantages of collective bargaining? 8. Define cyber crime. 9. Explain the term Loyalty. 10 Write any four uses of ethical theories PART· B ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS Max. Marks: 100 (10 x 2 = 20 Marks) (5 x 16 = 80 Marks) 11.a) How did Gilligan view the three level of morals development initiated by Kohl berg? (OR) b)(i) Discuss briefly on ethical theory of utilitarian (8) (ii) Explain the various factors influencing the development of ethics. (8) 12a) Discuss the attributes of an ethical personality. (OR) b) Discuss the ethical issues involved in challenger case study. 13. a) Explain briefly on the risk and assessment of risk in engineers perception. (OR) b) Discuss the ethical issues involved in the Three Mile Island. 14. a) Many accidents are caused by using cellular phones white driving. The risk of accident is four times greater when the driver is using the cell phone. This is the same as driving the car drunk. 23 countries have banned the use of cell phone while driving. Cell phones and the means of mounting them in automobiles are designed by engineers. What responsibility do engineers have regarding this problem? (OR) b) (i)What is Intellectual Property Right? (2) (ii)Discuss briefly the various forms of Intellectual Property Rights? (14) 15a) Explain the different role of a professional engineer globally. (OR) b) Describe how the sample codes of ethics serve as a model guide for professional conduct *****THE END***** |
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