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Code of Ethics for Teachers

  • Members should at all times preserve the dignity and interest of the profession and of society by maintaining a high standard of professional and personal conduct.
  • They should work in the best interest of society.
  • They should neither engage in personal advertising, canvass for an appointment, nor take any action that is detrimental to sister institutions.
  • They should at all times endeavour to establish and maintain the best possible conditions of service for their colleagues and other staff.
  • When a member represents the society, he should, as far as possible, state the policy of the society. If he has any disagreement with a policy of the society, he may inform the society. The Executive Council will then decide the further course of action (including the question of society’s representation) that is to be taken.
  • Where, having regard to this Code of Conduct, a Member wishes to make a complaint against another Member of the Society, he should do so in writing to the Executive Council. If the Executive Council is of the opinion that a prima facie case of infringement of the Code of Conduct has been established, it will appoint a committee for investigation. On the basis of the report of the Committee, the Executive Council will take a final decision on the matter.
  • Members should at all times preserve the dignity and interest of the profession and of society by maintaining a high standard of professional and personal conduct.
  • They should work in the best interest of society.
  • They should neither engage in personal advertising, canvass for an appointment, nor take any action that is detrimental to sister institutions.
  • They should at all times endeavour to establish and maintain the best possible conditions of service for their colleagues and other staff.
  • When a member represents the society, he should, as far as possible, state the policy of the society. If he has any disagreement with a policy of the society, he may inform the society. The Executive Council will then decide the further course of action (including the question of society’s representation) that is to be taken.
  • Where, having regard to this Code of Conduct, a Member wishes to make a complaint against another Member of the Society, he should do so in writing to the Executive Council. If the Executive Council is of the opinion that a prima facie case of infringement of the Code of Conduct has been established, it will appoint a committee for investigation. On the basis of the report of the Committee, the Executive Council will take a final decision on the matter.
  • Adhere to any reasonable pattern of behaviour accepted by society for professional persons.
  • Respect the community in which you are employed and be loyal to the institute system and the country.
  • Render possible assistance to the development of society and use your knowledge and skills for the enhancement of human welfare.
  • Strive to fulfil one’s obligation to the institute by maintaining a high level of professional service.
  • Maintain the dignity and interest of the profession by maintaining a high standard of professional and personal conduct.
  • Cooperate in the development and implementation of institutional policies and programmes.
  • Conduct professional business through a proper channel.
  • Refrain from discussing confidential and official information with unauthorised persons.
  • Accept no compensation from equipment suppliers and other agencies. Never engage in any gainful employment outside the institution where the employment affects adversely the professional status or standing of students, associates, and society.
  • Seek to make professional growth continuous through such procedures as study, research, attending conferences, professional meetings and continuing education programmes.
  • Make the teaching profession so attractive in ideals and practices that sincere and able young men and women want to enter it.
  • Be punctual and regular in your teaching work, correspondence with others and keeping appointments with other people.
  • Encourage one’s fellow teachers to adhere to proper ethical behaviour.
  • Speak constructively of other teachers, but report honestly to responsible persons in matters involving the welfare of students, the institution system and the profession.
  • Maintain active membership in professional organisations, and through participation, strive to attain the objectives that justify such organisations.
  • Never engage in personal advertisement of canvass for an appointment.
  • Never seek self-enhancement by expressing evaluations or comparisons damaging to other professional workers.

Code of Ethics for Engineers

Engineers are committed to promoting and practicing the profession of engineering for the common good of the community, bearing in mind the following concerns:

  • Concern for ethical standards.
  • Concern for social justice, social order, and human rights.
  • Concern for the protection of the environment.
  • Concern for sustainable development.
  • Public safety and tranquilly.

The Tenets of the Code of Ethics are based on the recognition that –

  • A common tie exists among humanity and the engineers (India) derive their value from the people, so that their actions should indicate the member’s highest regard for equality of opportunity, social justice and fairness.
  • The Engineers hold a privileged position in the community so it is a necessity for their not to use the position for personal and sectional interests.
  • Should keep his employer or client fully informed on all matters in respect of his assignment that are likely to lead to a conflict of interest or when, in his judgement, a project will not be viable on the basis of commercial, technical, environmental, or any other risks.
  • Should maintain confidentiality of any information with utmost sincerity unless expressly permitted to disclose such information or unless such permission, if withheld, may adversely affect the welfare, health and safety of the community.
  • Should neither solicit nor accept financial or other considerations from anyone related to a project or assignment of which he is in charge.
  • Should neither pay nor offer direct or indirect inducements to secure work.
  • Should compete on the basis of merit alone.
  • Should refrain from inducing a client to breach a contract entered into with another duly appointed engineer.
  • If asked by the employer or a client to review the work of another person or organisation, discuss the review with the other person or organisation to arrive at a balanced opinion.
  • Should make statements or give evidence before a tribunal or a court of law in an objective and accurate manner and express any opinion on the basis of adequate knowledge and competence; and should reveal the existence of any interest, pecuniary or otherwise, which may affect the judgement while giving evidence or making a statement.