OLDER, EXPERIENCED engineers have likely been through at least one economic downturn before the one currently being caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, with the most recent significant recession having taken place just a little more than a decade ago. So they know what to expect and how to keep their focus on recovery.
But younger engineers—those hired after the Great Recession of 2007 to 2009—have...
This hypothetical situation is modified from an actual case that was considered by ASCE’s Committee on Professional Conduct (CPC).
Situation
AN ASCE MEMBER maintains a personal Facebook page on which he regularly shares humorous graphics, videos, and popular memes. As evidenced by his postings, the member’s sense of humor runs the gamut from innocent to salacious, with topics ranging from family and home life to current...
