Civil engineering covers a wide range of specialisms, each of which requires deep study and continuing bespoke training and development
Gordon Masterton, University of Edinburgh
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Tech Talk podcast: ICE Code of Professional Conduct explainer
The civil engineer's responsibility to the public good
Members of the Institution of Civil Engineers should always be aware of their overriding responsibility to the public good. This includes care and respect for humanity's cultural, historical and archaeological heritage and a duty to protect the health and wellbeing of present and future generations, and show due regard for the environment and the sustainable management of natural resources.
These obligations form the basis of the ICE's Code of Professional Conduct, which is explored in this Tech Talk. It includes thoughts from Gordon Masterton, chair of future infrastructure at the University of Edinburgh School of Engineering and ICE past president, and Micheala Chan, assistant engineer at Arcadis and ICE sustainability champion.
Learning outcomes
After listening to this podcast, you will:
- Understand the key rules in the ICE Code of Professional Conduct
- Appreciate why the application of these rules matter
- Understand the important impact that your behaviour and conduct can have on society
UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Linking our work back to the UN SDGs is a core part of the ICE’s plan and mission. This content ties in with the following SDGs:
- SDG 10: Reduced inequalities
- SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities
- SDG 16: Peace, justice, and strong institutions
