Engineering & Technology for the 21^st Century: Character

Importance

The Fulton College of Engineering and Technology believes that a key attribute of 21^st century engineers and technologists is personal character. The College strives to produce graduates who are exemplary in characteristics such as responsibility, integrity, loyalty, and impartiality. These characteristics are an integral part of a strong value system and personal life-long commitments that defines the individual and is the basis of ethical practices in his/her professional life.

Outcome

A college culture wherein all students, faculty, and alumni cultivate their personal characteristics of integrity, responsibility, impartiality, and charity such that they will constantly pursue and be examples of impeccable character; engage in professional and scholarly pursuits that will enhance the honor and dignity of their professions, and faithfully serve society.

Characteristics by Level

Integrity
Wisdom	All actions emulate virtue, temperance, honesty, and brotherly love
Understanding	Practices honorable behavior in all dealings
Knowledge	Knows that truthful responses in professional situations are necessary
Information	Aware that integrity is important in one's behavior

Responsibility
Wisdom	Establishes reputation of impeccable trustworthiness
Understanding	Behaves totally responsibly in personal and professional life
Knowledge	Practices profession's code of ethics
Information	Awareness of profession's code of ethics

Impartiality
Wisdom	Recognized by all as being "no respecter of persons"
Understanding	Promotes the acceptance of all people
Knowledge	Accepts diversity in the workplace
Information	Aware that one should be impartial to others

Charity
Wisdom	All actions based on the true love of the Christ
Understanding	Practices mercy and thoughtfulness to family, friends, and associates
Knowledge	Appreciates that being kind and considerate to associates is important in personal and professional situations
Information	Aware that individuals should be kind and considerate to others

Program

• General
  • Outcomes
  • Overview
• Initiatives In-Depth
  • Character
  • Global Awareness
  • Innovation
  • Leadership
  • Technical Excellence