Engineering practice exists within the domain of societal interests. Engineering has direct influence on the society; and the society directly dictates the course of engineering practice. This paper focuses on the interaction between engineering and society. It examines the professional responsibilities of engineers and the relationship between engineers and the society. It is this relationship that dictates the direction in which engineers execute their professional responsibilities.
Definition of Engineering
According to the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), engineering is defined as “the profession in which a knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences gained by study, experience, and practice is applied ...
