OACETT IEPPE Actual Tests : Internationally Educated Professional Practice Exam

What are ethics?

• A. The concept of what is fair and equitable, so that everyone gets treated the same way in the same situation.
• B. Written rules created and enforced by the authority of a government and the courts.
• C. The beliefs of a society or group as to what is right and wrong within the context of that societyor group.
• D. Beliefs about right and wrong that an individual develops internally.

Mike is an OACETT C. Tech. He works for a municipal government in their infrastructuredepartment.
He is responsible for designing and approving the sewage and water management systems in new residential developments. Mike is currently revising the design for the sewage and water management system for a development that is six months behind schedule due to a series of worker and materials shortages. The developer is also experiencing severe financial pressures, as a result of cost over runs caused by the shortages. As he is revising the sewage and water management system designs, Mike notices a flaw in the water catchment system built around a small lake that is a key selling feature of the residential development. The design flaw means that, while the relevant standards are still met, in severe rainfall events the catchment system will be very susceptible to flooding. The flooding may in turn make the area dangerous for the residents using the park and recreational area around the lake.
Mike brings this design flaw to the attention of his manager. His manager then schedules a meeting with the developer to discuss the design flaw. The developer indicates that the design cannot be changed due to budget constraints and existing commitments to the present design. Mike's manager then communicates this to Mike. He directs Mike to stamp the designs. What should Mike do in this situation?
If Mike chooses to stamp the designs, what would the main issue be when it comes to professional practice?

• A. Undertaking work the practitioner is not competent to perform by virtue of their training and experience.
• B. Failure to make responsible provision for complying with applicable statutes, regulations, standards, codes, by-laws, and rules in connection with work being undertaken by or under the responsibility of the practitioner.
• C. Failure to act to correct or report a situation that the practitioner believes may endanger the safety or the welfare of the public.
• D. Conduct or an act relevant to the practice of engineering technology that, having regard to all the circumstances, would reasonably be regarded by technology professionals as disgraceful, dishonourable, or unprofessional.

What is the scope of practice of a profession?

• A. The skill and knowledge set of people who practice a profession.
• B. The roles and responsibilities fulfilled by professionals within that profession.
• C. The subject matter in which those within a profession have expertise.
• D. The range of skills that those within a profession must have.

Which situation below is legal but not ethical?

• A. A construction company uses material in the construction of the exterior finish of a condominium that meets building code requirements. However, the managers of the construction company are aware that this material has proven to deteriorate quickly over time and that the condominium will have to replace it within five years.
• B. A construction company uses material in the construction of the exterior finish of a condominium that meets building code requirements. The managers of the construction company have used this material in the past and are confident that it will exceed its advertised lifespan.
• C. A construction company uses material in the construction of the exterior finish of a condominium that does not meet building code requirements. The managers of the construction company feel that no one will notice, however, because the material being used looks very similar to material that does meet building code requirements.
• D. A construction company uses material in the construction of the exterior finish of a condominium that meets building code requirements. The builder has used this material in the past and is confident that it will exceed its advertised lifespan.

Brown and Green have a concept for a new survey measuring instrument based on their many years in the Civil Survey field. They want to establish a business to raise capital, design, manufacture, and market this new instrument. Both Brown and Green are well established, are in their mid-50s, and have no family members who would be prepared to take over the business when they are ready to retire in about 10 years.
What form of business would they choose if they wanted to ensure their personal assets would be available when they are ready to retire?

• A. A sole proprietorship
• B. A limited liability partnership
• C. A corporation
• D. A partnership