CODEOFETHICS
For purposes of this Code, the following terms
are defined as follows:
Information Technology
the preparation, collection, creation, transport, retrieval, storage, access,
presentation and transformation of electronic information in all its forms
including, but not limited to, voice, graphics, text, video, data and image.
Information Technology
Professional
one who develops or provides information technology products and/or services
to the public.
PREAMBLE: I will
use my special knowledge and skills for the benefit of the public. I will
serve employers and clients with integrity, subject to an overriding responsibility
to the public interest, and I will strive to enhance the competence and prestige
of the professional. By these, I mean:
- I will promote public knowledge, understanding and appreciation
of information technology;
- I will consider the general welfare and public good
in the performance of my work;
- I will advertise goods or professional services in a
clear and truthful manner;
- I will comply and strictly abide by the intellectual
property laws, patent laws and other related laws in respect of information
technology;
- I will accept full responsibility for the work undertaken
and will utilize my skills with competence and professionalism;
- I will make truthful statements on my areas of competence
as well as the capabilities and qualities of my products and services;
- I will not disclose or use any confidential information
obtained in the course of professional duties without the consent of the
parties concerned, except when required by law;
- I will try to attain the highest quality in both the products
and services I offer;
- I will not knowingly participate in the development of
Information Technology Systems that will promote the commission of fraud
and other unlawful acts;
- I will uphold and improve the IT professional standards
through continuing professional development in order to enhance the IT profession.
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