SCE Professional Practice and Ethics 3

Question 1

What is the standard of care in engineering practice?

Accepted Answer

The level of skill and diligence that a reasonably competent engineer would exercise under similar conditions

Answer

The standard of care is not perfection but the level of competence, care, and diligence that a qualified professional would reasonably exercise. It considers current knowledge, local conditions, and project complexity.

Question 2

Under Saudi Arabian law, the statute of limitations for construction defects is:

Accepted Answer

10 years from completion (Decennial liability)

Answer

Saudi law follows the concept of decennial liability (10-year guarantee) for structural defects and stability issues, as codified in the Saudi Civil Code. This applies to contractors and engineers.

Question 3

An engineer's duty to their employer includes:

Accepted Answer

Providing competent technical services while maintaining ethical standards

Answer

Engineers owe their employers competent service, loyalty, and protection of confidential information, but these duties are secondary to public safety obligations and ethical standards.

Question 4

What is the role of the Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA)?

Accepted Answer

Classifying and regulating contractors, and overseeing construction contract compliance

Answer

The SCA classifies contractors by capability grade, regulates contracting activities, oversees compliance with construction regulations, and protects the rights of parties in construction contracts.

Question 5

Professional engineering fees in Saudi Arabia should be based on:

Accepted Answer

The complexity of the project, scope of services, and professional value delivered

Answer

SCE guidelines recommend that fees reflect the scope, complexity, and risk of services, including the engineer's expertise and the value provided. Fees should not be so low as to compromise quality.

SCE Engineering Practice Test

SCE Engineering Practice Test

SCE Professional Practice and Ethics 3