CSSE 230
Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis

CSSE 230: Essay on Professional Code of Ethics

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The purpose of this assignment is to familiarize yourself with the Code of Ethics of our discipline and to explain important ethical obligations associated with our discipline.

The ACM's Code of Ethics states in section 1.5: Honor property rights including copyrights and patent

  1. Read the Code of Ethics.
  2. Write a one page, single-spaced, 12 pt font essay in which you:
    1. State and explain this ethical obligation.
    2. Explain how the obligation applies to professional action.
    3. Use a systematic argument to support your explanation.
    4. Give several specific examples of professional activities where the ethical obligation applies.

    If you prefer, you may select another section of the ACM Code of Ethics as the basis for your essay.  If you do this, be sure to indicate which section you chose to elaborate.