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NSPE Code of Ethics for Engineers

This document constitutes the foundational framework for the practice of engineering. Its ethical provisions delineate the services engineers are expected to provide, prescribe appropriate interactions with the public and employers, and articulate how personal conduct upholds the honor and integrity of the profession, among other essential responsibilities.

Code of Ethics for Engineers (rev July 2019)

 

Trace the long‑standing development of the Code of Ethics for Engineers, charting its progression from early concept to essential cornerstone of the profession.

The NSPE Code of Ethics for Engineers is available in various formats and languages.

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