HOLY ANGEL UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

Chapter 1:
Civil Engineering
Code of Ethics
CELAWSEC

INSTRUCTOR:
Engr. Franco Remo B. David
 PRELIMS MIDTERMS FINALS
CIAP Document 102: Uniform
Introduction to General Ethics Charging for Civil Engineering
General Conditions of Contract
and Ethical Values Services
for Private Construction
Total Project Cost Extracts from the New Civil
Civil Engineering Code of
Code: Obligations and
Ethics
Contracts
R.A. 544: An Act to Regulate the
The Practice of Civil The Civil Engineering
Practice of Civil Engineering in
Engineering: Professional Licensure
the Philippines
Examination
COURSE TIMELINE

R.A. 9184: The

Government Procurement
Seminar: Trends and Issues
Reform Act: Implementing
Classification of Engineering Concerning Civil Engineering
Rules and Regulations on the
Services Practice
Procurement of Consulting
Services for Government
Projects
P.D. 1594 and Its Implementing
The Selection of the Civil
Rules and Regulations as
Engineer
Amended
Overview of the Course
● Principles and fundamentals of the laws on
obligations, contracts, and professional ethics in civil
engineering.
● Preparation for professional practice.

Course Objectives
● Understand the code of ethics, legal procedures, and
professional conduct in civil engineering.
● Learn about obligations, contracts, and relevant
laws.
● Emphasize the ethical relationships with fellow
professionals, clients, and the public.
General Ethics and Ethical Values
Definition of Ethics
● Ethics are a system of moral principles.
● Derived from Greek word 'ethos.'
● Reference: BBC Ethics Introduction

Importance of Ethics
● Ethics guide us in making positive impacts through
decisions and actions.
● Role of ethics in personal and professional life.
Civil Engineering Code of Ethics:
Fundamental Principles
Definition of Key Terms:
● Principles
● Canons
● Standards
● Rules of Conduct

Fundamental Principles
● Use knowledge and skill for human welfare and
environmental enhancement.
● Be honest and impartial.
● Strive to increase competence and prestige of the
profession.
● Support professional and technical societies.
Fundamental Canons

● Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of

the public.
● Perform services only in areas of competence.
● Issue public statements in an objective and truthful
manner.
● Act as faithful agents or trustees for each employer
or client.
● Build professional reputation on merit.
● Uphold and enhance the honor, integrity, and dignity
of the profession.
● Continue professional development.
Canon 1: Public Safety Canon 2: Competence Canon 3: Objectivity Canon 4: Faithful Agents
● Recognize the ● Perform assignments ● Extend public ● Avoid conflicts of
dependence of public only when qualified. knowledge. interest.
welfare on engineering ● Restrict services to ● Be objective and ● Do not accept multiple
judgments. areas of expertise. truthful in reports. compensations for the
● Approve only those ● Do not affix signatures ● Express opinions same project.
designs that ensure to documents outside based on adequate ● Advise clients on
public health and competence. knowledge. project feasibility.
safety.
● Inform clients of
potential
consequences if safety
is compromised.
Canon 5: Fair Canon 6: Professional Canon 7: Professional
Competition Conduct Development
● Do not engage in ● Maintain honor, ● Keep current in
unfair competition. integrity, and dignity. specialty fields.
● Negotiate contracts ● Avoid unethical ● Encourage employees
fairly. practices. to become registered.
● Give proper credit for ● Attend and present at
engineering work. professional meetings.
 PRELIMS MIDTERMS FINALS
CIAP Document 102: Uniform
Introduction to General Ethics Charging for Civil Engineering
General Conditions of Contract
and Ethical Values Services
for Private Construction
Civil Engineering Code of Total Project Cost Extracts from the New Civil
Ethics Code: Obligations and
Contracts
R.A. 544: An Act to Regulate the
The Civil Engineering
The Practice of Civil Practice of Civil Engineering in
Professional Licensure
Engineering the Philippines
Examination
COURSE TIMELINE

R.A. 9184: The

Government Procurement
Seminar: Trends and Issues
Reform Act: Implementing
Classification of Engineering Concerning Civil Engineering
Rules and Regulations on the
Services Practice
Procurement of Consulting
Services for Government
Projects
P.D. 1594 and Its Implementing
The Selection of the Civil
Rules and Regulations as
Engineer
Amended
Objective:
After this chapter, students should be able to:
● Employ the professional responsibility of a Civil Engineer
● Understand key aspects of client-Civil Engineer relationships

Content Overview
● The Practice of Civil Engineering
● Professional Responsibility
● Client-Civil Engineer Relationship
● Obligations of the Civil Engineer and Client
● Liability and Limitation of Responsibility
● Damages, Suspension, Termination, Dispute Settlement
● Ownership of Data, Designs, and Documents
● Civil Engineering Services
● Specialization in Civil Engineering
Section 1 - The Practice of Civil Engineering

Definition of quality in civil engineering projects

Key factors for achieving quality:
● Professional dedication
● Effort and time for investigation
● Planning and innovation
● Fair compensation
● Appropriate authority and responsibility

Professional Responsibility

Responsibilities of Civil Engineers:

● Studying, designing, conceiving
● Observing construction
● Assisting in programming for operation and maintenance
Importance of public health, safety, well-being, and comfort
Professional Conduct and Ethics

● Civil Engineers as trustees of public interest and agents of

private interests
● Necessity for candor, mutual trust, and effective
communication
● Adherence to fundamental canons of ethics

Client-Civil Engineer Relationship

● Importance of collaboration in engineering projects

● Different fields and organizations involved in engineering
projects
● Civil Engineers in governmental agencies and private
industry
Obligations of the Civil Obligations of the Client
Engineer
● Payment for services and
● Perform services as stated expenses
in the contract ● Provide necessary
● Exercise skill, care, and information and decisions
diligence ● Cooperate with the Civil
● Act independently and Engineer
professionally ● Allow site access and
● Notify client of any inspection
changes in scope ● Arrange for additional
● Coordinate with other professional services if
professionals needed
● Recommend specialist
suppliers and contractors
Liability and Limitation of Responsibility

● Civil Engineer's liability for breach of duty of care

● Client's liability for breach of duty to the Civil Engineer
● Preference for arbitration in conflict resolution

Damages
Terms for damages payable by the Civil Engineer:
● Limited to foreseeable loss and damage
● Maximum payable amount specified in the contract
Proportionate liability when third-party acts contribute to loss or damage

Suspension and Termination of Services

● Conditions for suspension or termination by client or Civil Engineer
● Entitlement to payment for completed services and consequential costs
● Process for suspension or termination notification
Settlement of Disputes
● Notification and request for conciliation
● Referral to arbitration if conciliation fails

Ownership of Data, Designs, and Documents

● Ownership of design analysis, drawings, and specifications
● Use restricted to the specific project covered by the agreement

Civil Engineering Services

Types of services provided:
● Design, consultation, feasibility studies
● Environmental assessments, construction administration
● Project management, structural remediation
● Expert testimony, teaching
Specialization in Civil Engineering

Recognized specializations by PICE:

● Structural Engineering
● Geotechnical Engineering
● Water Engineering
● Transportation Engineering
● Construction Management
Criteria for specialization: knowledge, experience, education, and
training
References:

● PICE Manual of Professional Practice

● RA 544: Civil Engineering Law
● National Building Code
● EProcurement Law
● Additional relevant textbooks and articles
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