CE LAWS, ETHICS and

CONTRACTS
 This course covers the introductory discussion
on the nature of functions and duties of the
engineers, relationship with other professionals
in terms of education, knowledge,
communication skills, traits, ethical and
personal relations. This also provides relevant
topics related to engineering professional
ethics, responsibility, standards and moral
values as well as professional development and
benefits, including relevant definition of terms.
Definition of terms:
ETHICS - a set of standards by which a particular
group decides to regulate its behavior. It is a system of
moral principles by which human actions and
proposals may be judged as good or bad

MORALS - rules for right conduct for all individuals

MORAL RESPONSIBILITY - It refers to holding to

people morally accountable for some past action or
actions. It also means care, welfare, or treatment of
others as derived from the specific social role that one
plays in the society. It is likewise referring to one’s
capacity for making moral or rational decisions on his
own.
Definition of terms:
BUSINESS ETHICS - Business is a complex
enterprise that involves several activities: purchasing,
manufacturing, marketing, advertising, selling and
accounting. It is the study of what is right and
wrong human behavior and conduct in business. It is
also the study of the perceptions of people
about morality, moral norms, moral rules and ethical
principles as they apply to people and
institutions in business. It is the study, evaluation,
analysis, and questioning of ethical standards,
policies, moral norms, and ethical theories that
managers and decision makers use in resolving moral
issues and ethical dilemmas affecting business
Definition of terms:
PROFESSION - consists of a group of people organized
to serve a body of specialized knowledge in the interests of
a society. At the center of a profession is a set of skills,
proficiencies, techniques and competencies involving a
line of work.
CODE OF ETHICS - As a set of principles that serve to
guide the professionals in their daily work. It is more than a
minimum standard of conduct and requires that the
professionals to who the codes are aimed engage with
them and develop a personal position/stand, which they
can defend in terms of code of ethics. Code of Ethics or
Code of Conduct serves to maintain the integrity of the
profession so that its members serve “society’s best
interests.” It also specifies the moral considerations of
professional life as well as penalties and sanctions for
violating them.
Definition of terms:
Codes of Ethics are not stand-alone guarantee of ethical
conduct or substitute for an individual conscience but are
established as a guide for professionals in ethical
dilemmas. Scientists and engineers should develop and
justify their own views and moral position within the context
of their relevant code.

IDEOLOGY- the body of doctrine, myth and symbols of a

social movement, institution, class, or large group

ENGINEERS- The profession in which the knowledge of

the mathematical and physical sciences gained by study,
experience and practice with judgment to develop ways to
utilize economics, materials and forces of nature for the
progressive well-being of human kind.
RA 544

An Act to Regulate the

Practice of Civil
Engineering in the
Philippines
 PD 1594

Prescribes policies,
guidelines, rules and
regulations for government
infrastructure contracts
CODE OF ETHICS
Civil engineers should uphold and advance
the integrity, honor and dignity of the civil
engineering profession by:

using their knowledge and skill for the

enhancement of human welfare and the
environment;
being honest and impartial and serving
with fidelity the public, their
employers/employees and clients;
striving to increase the
competence and prestige of
the civil engineering
profession; and

supporting the professional

and technical societies of
their discipline.
FUNDAMENTAL CANONS
Civil Engineers shall hold paramount the
safety, health and welfare of the public
and shall strive to comply with the
principles of sustainable development in
the performance of their duties.
Civil Engineers shall perform services
only in areas of their competence.
Civil Engineers shall issue public
statements only in an objective and
truthful manner.
professional matters for each
employer or client as faithful
agents or trustees, and shall
avoid conflict of interest.

professional reputation on the

merit of their services and shall
not compete unfairly with others.
manner as to uphold and enhance
the honor, integrity, and dignity of the
civil engineering profession and

professional development
throughout their careers, and shall
provide opportunities for the
professional development of those
civil engineers under supervision.
PROFESSIONAL
RESPONSIBILITY
The standard practice is for Civil
Engineers to be given responsibility
for studying, conceiving, designing,
observing construction, and assisting
in the programming for operating and
maintaining engineering works.
CIVIL ENGINEERING
SERVICES
Typical services may include:

Design, consultation and advice

Feasibility studies
Field investigations and engineering data
collection
Environmental assessments, impact
statements or engineering reports
Opinions of probable construction
Preliminary and final designs, drawings,
specifications and construction bidding
documents
Value engineering
Expert testimony
Assessment of risks
Structural remediation or rehabilitation
Project Management and controls
Provision of supplemental temporary
staff
Teaching
Assistance in securing construction bids
and in awarding contracts
Construction administration and
observation
Arrangements for or performance of
testing materials and equipment
Assistance in start-up, assessment of
capacity, and operation of facilities

manuals
Appraisals and rate studies
CLASSIFICATION OF
ENGINEERING SERVICES

Consultations, research, investigations,

and reports
Design services for construction projects
Construction services
Special services for construction projects
Engineering support services
Academic services
Services as employees
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Streets, bridges, highways and railroads

Airports and hangars

improvements, light houses and drydocks

Buildings
Fixed structures for irrigation, flood
protection,
protection, drainage,
drainage, water
water supply
supply and
and
sewerage works
 ASSIGNMENT #1: REFLECTIVE SHORT ESSAY
TITLE: The Role of Civil Engineering Education and Practice in
the Fourth Industrial Revolution (FIRe 4.0)

INSTRUCTION: Write an essay with minimum of 300 words about

the title above. The essay should contain your own personal ideas
and aspirations that explain why Civil Engineering Education and
Professional practice is very important and relevant in the Fourth
Industrial Revolution. Cite situations and examples to support your
answers. You can read the articles entitled below to get some
ideas (soft copy will be sent in the group chat).

(a) FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION: OPPORTUNITIES AND

CHALLENGES ON HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS (HEIs)
TOWARDS 2030 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGs)
AGENDA
(b) THE PHILIPPINE PERSPECTIVES IN ENGINEERING