Part 2 - Code Of Ethics Flashcards
According to the ACM website, what is a professional code of conduct/ ethics?
“The Code is designed to inspire and guide the ethical conduct of all
computing professionals, including current and aspiring
practitioners, instructors, students, influencers, and anyone who
uses computing technology in an impactful way.”
https://ethics.acm.org/
Who sets a code of conduct and who is expected to follow them?
A professional association, such as IEEE, ACM and BCS, is
entitled to set entrance requirements that govern minimum levels
of experience and qualifications for new members.
• However, in return for membership of a professional association,
the individual accepts a duty to meet certain standards of
conduct and behaviour.
The standards of conduct and behaviour expected by the association
are described within a code of conduct that also sets out a number
of the association’s principles.
Who are the IEEE?
• IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
– The world’s largest professional society with engineers and professionals from
different backgrounds with a lot of strong volunteers around the world.
– https://www.ieee.org/content/dam/ieeeorg/
ieee/web/org/about/ieee_code_of_conduct.pdf
Who are the ACM?
• ACM Association of computing Machinery
– is another professional society more focused towards computing and CS
related fields like Data Analytics, Programming, Data Mining, Web and Software.
– https://ethics.acm.org/code-of-ethics/
What is contained in the ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct?
Computing professionals’ actions change the world.
• Act responsibly and reflect upon the wider impacts of their work, supporting the public good.
• expresses the conscience of the profession.
• designed to inspire and guide ethical conduct ofanyone who uses computing technology in an
impactful way.
• The Code serves as a basis for remediation when violations occur.
• includes principles as responsibility - public good is always the primary consideration.
• Each principle is supplemented by guidelines, which provide explanations to assist computing
professionals in understanding and applying the principle.
What does ACM section 1 outline?
Section 1 outlines fundamental ethical principles that form the
basis for the remainder of the Code.
What does ACM Section 2 contain?
Section 2 addresses additional, more specific considerations of
professional responsibility.
What does ACM Section 3 contain?
Section 3 guides individuals who have a leadership role, whether
in the workplace or in a volunteer professional capacity.
What does ACM Section 4 contain?
Section 4 contains the principles of compliance with the code
According to the slides, what does the BCS code of conduct state?
The BCS code of conduct states that IT professionals should carry
out their professional responsibilities with due care and diligence in
accordance with the Relevant Authority’s requirements whilst
exercising your professional judgement at all times.
What is the difference between a Code of Ethics and a Code of Conduct? According to whistleblowersecurity.com
“A Code of Ethics governs decision-making, and a Code of Conduct
govern actions. They both represent two common ways that
companies self-regulate. They are often associated with large
companies, and provide direction to employees and establish a
public image of good behavior, both of which benefit businesses of
any size.”
Source: https://blog.whistleblowersecurity.com/blog/code-of-ethics-and-code-of-conduct-whatsthe-
difference
List the 7 points contained in ACM Section 1 (GENERAL ETHICAL PRINCIPLES)
- GENERAL ETHICAL PRINCIPLES
1.1 Contribute to society and to human well-being, acknowledging that all people are stakeholders in
computing.
1.2 Avoid harm.
1.3 Be honest and trustworthy.
1.4 Be fair and take action not to discriminate.
1.5 Respect the work required to produce new ideas, inventions, creative works, and computing
artifacts.
1.6 Respect privacy.
1.7 Honor confidentiality.
List the 9 points contained in ACM Section 2 (PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES)
2 PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- 1 high quality
- 2 high standards of competence, conduct and ethics
- 3 Respect existing rules
- 4 appropriate review
- 5 Give thorough evaluations of systems.
- 6 Work only in areas of competence
- 7 Foster public awareness
- 8 Access resources only when authorised or compelled by the public good.
- 9 Design and implement systems that are secure
List the 7 points of ACM section 3 (PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES)
- PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES
- 1 Public good is the central concern
- 2 Articulate, encourage and evaluate fulfilment of social responsibilities
- 3 Enhance the quality of work life
- 4 Apply policies that reflect the principles of the Code.
- 5 Create opportunities for members.
- 6 Use care when modifying or retiring systems.
- 6 Take care of systems that become integrated into society.
List both points contained in ACM section 4 (COMPLIANCE WITH THE CODE)
- COMPLIANCE WITH THE CODE
- 1 Uphold, promote and respect the principles of the code
- 2 Treat violations as inconsistent with membership in the ACM.
