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    CONFIDENTIAL

    UNIVERSITI KUALA LUMPUR


    MALAYSIA FRANCE INSTITUTE

    FINAL EXAMINATION
    OCTOBER SEMESTER 2023

    COURSE CODE : FVB 21602

    COURSE NAME : ENGINEERING ETHICS

    PROGRAMME NAME : BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY


    (FOR MPU: PROGRAMME LEVEL)

    DATE : 14 FEBRUARY 2024

    TIME : 09.00 AM – 11.00 AM

    DURATION : 2 HOURS

    INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

    1. Please CAREFULLY read the instructions given in the question paper.

    2. This question paper has information printed on both sides of the paper.

    3. This question paper consists of TWO (2) sections; Section A and Section B.

    4. Answer ALL questions in Section A. For Section B, answer THREE (3) questions WITH AT
    LEAST ONE (1) question from question 5 or question 6.

    5. Please write your answers in the answer booklet provided.

    6. Answer all questions in English language ONLY.

    THERE ARE 4 PAGES OF QUESTIONS, INCLUDING THIS PAGE.


    OCTOBER 2023 CONFIDENTIAL

    SECTION A (Total: 40 marks)

    INSTRUCTION: Answer ALL questions.


    Please use the answer sheet provided.

    Question 1

    (a) Define the terms “Public Good” in context of any area in engineering professions..

    (6 marks, C1)

    (b) Determine THREE (3) differences of profession compared to occupation.


    (6 marks, C2)

    (c) Discuss FOUR (4) important functions of case study.


    (8 marks, C4)

    Question 2

    (a) Explain the "Golden Rule" and provide an example to back up your explanation.

    (6 marks, C2)

    (b) Name the regulatory body in Malaysia for Engineers and Engineering Technologist and
    list FIVE (5) functions of this body.
    (6 marks, C1)

    (c) Give your idea on the reason of having the natural conflicts between management and
    professional.
    (8 marks, C4)

    FVB 21602 ENGINEERING ETHICS Page 2 of 4


    OCTOBER 2023 CONFIDENTIAL

    SECTION B (Total: 60 marks)

    INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER Question 3 and Question 4, and choose ONE (1) only EITHER
    Question 5 OR Question 6.

    Question 3

    (a) There are several forms of dishonesty in Research and Testing. Explain all FIVE (5)
    types of dishonesty in Research and Testing.
    (10 marks, C2)

    (b) Discuss the Complicity Theory and Whistleblowing.


    (6 marks, C3)

    (c) Intellectual Property is property that results from mental labor. The formula for Coca
    Cola is an example of a trade secret. Discuss “Trade Secret” in Intellectual Properties.

    (4 marks, C4)

    Question 4

    a) Engineers learn to reason morally and come up with a position-of-action by doing case
    analysis. From your point of view, list FIVE (5) steps necessary for case analysis.
    (5 marks, C1)

    b) Using your OWN words, describe “degree of harm criterion” in applying environmental
    laws and give reason why it is most common criterion used in court.
    (5 marks, C3)
    c) Compare the differences between Technological Optimism and Technological
    Pessimism.
    (10 marks, C4)

    FVB 21602 ENGINEERING ETHICS Page 3 of 4


    OCTOBER 2023 CONFIDENTIAL

    Question 5

    Environmental Concerns in Manufacturing

    Emma, a chemical engineer, is employed by a manufacturing company that produces a widely


    used consumer product. The company has been facing financial challenges and is looking to
    cut costs to remain competitive. Emma's supervisor instructs her to alter the manufacturing
    process by using a more environmentally harmful substance that is cheaper than the current,
    more eco-friendly material. The supervisor emphasizes that this change is crucial for cost
    reduction and maintaining profitability.

    Describe the ethical issues raised in this scenario, and discuss the actions that Emma should
    consider taking. Support your answers with relevant ethical principles and considerations.
    (20 marks, C4)

    Question 6

    Intellectual Properties

    Chris is an engineer working for a manufacturing company that specializes in designing and
    producing innovative products for the automotive industry. Chris is tasked with designing a
    new car engine that will be more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly than existing
    models. Chris spends several months working on the engine design and creates a blueprint
    that he believes will revolutionize the automotive industry.
    However, Chris is also an entrepreneur and sees an opportunity to start his own company
    using the engine design he created for his employer. Chris takes a copy of the blueprint and
    starts his own business, marketing the engine design as his own creation. Chris's former
    employer discovers the infringement and sues him for intellectual property theft.
    Discuss on what ethical issues are present in this scenario, and how should Chris respond to
    the issues.
    (20 marks, C4)

    END OF EXAMINATION PAPER

    FVB 21602 ENGINEERING ETHICS Page 4 of 4

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