Anna
University, Chennai Nov/Dec 2012 Examinations
Important Questions
GE2025 – Professional Ethics in
Engineering
Unit
I-V
1.
Explain
the contributions of Kohlberg in the theory of Moral Development and explain
how it differs from Gilligan’s theory
2.
Name
and describe the theories of right action
3.
Define
work ethic. State the explain Kant’s and Rawls’s view of work ethics
4.
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
5.
How
can an engineer become a responsible experimenter?
6.
What
is the importance of codes of ethics? Explain in brief
7.
Highlight
the code of ethics for engineers
8.
How
can an engineer become a responsible experimenter?
9.
Explain
in detail the effect of information on risk assessment with an example
10.“A nuclear accident
anywhere is a nuclear accident everywhere”. Explain
11.
Discuss
on safety. Explain what safety measures are to be taken by an engineer working
in a deep ground mine
12.Describe the concept
of Risk-Benefit Analysis
13.
What
is the importance of loyalty and collegiality in teamwork?
14.Discuss in detail
about the “Employee Rights”.
15.
List
and explain the features of Whistle-Blowing that characterize the cases with an
example
16.Explain the issues
related to computer ethics and internet with your personal experience
17.
Discuss
an engineer’s involvement in weapons work
18.Discuss in detail
about technology transfer and appropriate technology
19.Is there any
relationship among Engineering, Ecology an Economics? Discuss
