Preston Stovall | Professional Virtue, Professional Self-Awareness, and Engineering Ethics

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Preston Stovall | Professional Virtue, Professional Self-Awareness, and Engineering Ethics
Stovall introduces Aristotle's main arguments and definitions from the Nicomachean Ethics and discusses how professional virtue can best be seen as a subset of Aristotle's ethical virtues. He uses the example of professional engineering virtues to make his case, further emphasizing the role of professional self-awareness in developing a flourishing and successful professional career.
-Which of the following is NOT a hazard of professional development, according to Stovall?

• A) confusing personal monetary gain with the profession's purpose in society
• B) valuing personal social status over the profession's function in society
• C) consciously reflecting and judging our own values and behavior
• D) conflating the value of careers with the social value of our professions

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Definitions:

Professional Conduct

Professional conduct refers to the behavior and attitude expected from individuals in a professional setting, adhering to ethical standards and practices.

Small Talk

Casual or informal conversation about non-essential matters often used to initiate more substantial discussions or to fill social gaps.

Aquarium Equipment

Tools and devices specifically designed for setting up, maintaining, and enhancing the functionality and aesthetics of aquariums.

Technical Skills

The understanding of and proficiency in the performance of specific tasks.