What is ASCE?

The American Society of Civil Engineers, founded in 1852, is the oldest national engineering society in the United States. ASCE was formed to enhance the quality of life through the advancement of professional knowledge and by improving the practice of civil engineering. ASCE currently has over 120,000 members, including over 15,000 student members nation wide.

National ASCE Website

The Texas A&M student chapter of ASCE has over 250 students involved. Texas A&M ASCE membership provides an unique experience and allows students an opportunity to develop lasting relationships with fellow students and faculty. Each semester the chapter sponsors a departmental picnic and several intramural sports teams. The chapter also competes with other regional schools for best steel bridge and concrete canoe designs. In addition to these and many other activities, ASCE holds bi-weekly meetings and invites professional speakers to attend. These speakers come to inform students of the latest trends in the working industry and share their knowledge and personal experiences. These speakers provide valuable contacts and information for future employment opportunities.

Texas A&M ASCE also provides students with the opportunity to become involved in community service and to participate in events aimed at increasing public awareness of the civil engineering profession. The student chapter provides special awards for the local science fair, where students from ASCE participate as judges. Events during Engineers Week give students the opportunity to demonstrate engineering projects and principles and to provide engineering related activities for children.

All engineering students are welcome to participate in ASCE. Friendships and business contacts gained through involvement with ASCE will enhance your experience here at Texas A&M and assist in your future career development.

Questions or Comments? Contact any of the ASCE Officers or stop by the Student Organizations Office in CE 127 for more information.

For more information concerning the national organization of ASCE or other Civil Engineering related sites at Texas A&M, please visit our links section.

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Code of Ethics - Fundamental Principles

Engineers uphold and advance the integrity, honor and dignity of the engineering profession by:

1. using their knowledge and skill for the enhancement of human welfare and the environment;
2. Being honest and impartial and serving with fidelity the public, their employers and clients;
3. striving to increase the competence and prestige of the engineering profession; and
4. supporting the professional and technical societies of their disciplines.

Fundamental Canons

1. Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public and shall strive to comply with the principles of sustainable development in the performance of their professional duties.
2. Engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence.
3. Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
4. Engineers shall act in professional matters for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees, and shall avoid conflicts of interest.
5. Engineers shall build their professional reputation on the merit of their services and shall not compete unfairly with others.
6. Engineers shall act in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the honor, integrity, and dignity of the engineering profession.
7. Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers, and shall provide opportunities for the professional development of those engineers under their supervision.