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2011-2012 University Catalog

ENGR 401 - Professional Practice and Management in Engineering

Credits: 1 (NR)
This course introduces professional ethics and management principles, and prepares students for leadership roles in practice. Topics include introduction to professional and technical societies; code of ethics related to the public, clients, contractors, suppliers, employers, agreements, contracts, competitive bidding, the engineering profession, conflict of interest, legal responsibilities and case law; case studies in professional ethics; professional licensure; engineering versus engineering management; personal development; managing culture shock, time management, career versus grad school, continuing education; public policy considerations in engineering practice; practical considerations in project management; effectively communicating with employees, contractors and clients; marketing, competitive bidding and project selection; conflict resolution; and managing a small business.

Fulfills general education requirement in information technology (ethics only).

Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in engineering.