Ethics and Professional Practice

Question 1

Canon I

Answer 1

• General Obligations: Maintain knowledge, respect heritage, uphold human rights, consider social & environmental impact, design for safety & dignity.

Question 2

Canon II

Answer 2

• Obligations to the Public: Follow laws, avoid fraud & bribery, promote sustainability, engage in civic responsibility, provide truthful public statements.

Question 3

Canon III

Answer 3

• Obligations to the Client: Serve clients competently & honestly, avoid conflicts of interest, maintain confidentiality, ensure fairness in contracts.

Question 4

Canon IV

Answer 4

• Obligations to the Profession: Uphold honesty & fairness, report unethical conduct, sign/seal only responsible work, represent qualifications accurately.

Question 5

Canon V

Answer 5

• Obligations to Colleagues: Provide fair work environments, support mentorship, recognize contributions, avoid misrepresentation.

Question 6

Canon VI

Answer 6

• Obligations to the Environment: Promote sustainability, consider ecosystem impact, encourage conservation, support environmental justice.

Question 7

Rules of Application, Enforcement & Amendments

Answer 7

Application: applies to the professional activities of all members of the AIA.
Enforcement: The Bylaws of the Institute state procedures for the enforcement of the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
Amendments via AIA convention or Board.

Question 8

Preamble Purpose

Answer 8

Uphold professionalism, integrity, competence.

Question 9

Preamble Structure

Answer 9

Canons (broad principles of conduct), Ethical Standards (are more specific goals toward which Members should aspire in professional performance and behavior), Rules of Conduct (are mandatory; violation of a Rule is grounds for disciplinary action by the Institute. Rules of Conduct, in some instances, implement more than one Canon or Ethical Standard).

Question 10

NCARB Models of Rule - Rule 1

Answer 10

Competence: Maintain professional skills, comply with laws, avoid working beyond expertise.

Question 11

NCARB Models of Rule - Rule 2

Answer 11

Conflict of Interest: Disclose financial interests, act impartially, avoid bribes.

Question 12

NCARB Models of Rule - Rule 3

Answer 12

Full Disclosure: Be truthful in public statements, report safety violations and misconduct.

Question 13

NCARB Models of Rule - Rule 4

Answer 13

Compliance with Laws: Follow laws, avoid fraud, do not assist in illegal activities.

Question 14

NCARB Models of Rule - Rule 5

Answer 14

Signing & Sealing: Sign only work under control, ensure compliance with jurisdictional rules.

Question 15

NCARB Models of Rule - Rule 6

Answer 15

Professional Obligations: Guide licensure candidates properly, uphold integrity.