Assignment: Code of Ethics Application: Professional Respons…

Assignment: Code of Ethics Application: Professional Responsibility in Computing Objective The goal of this assignment is to apply professional Codes of Ethics (ACM and/or IEEE) to a real-world technology case. Students will demonstrate their understanding of ethical responsibility in computing, identify ethical issues, and justify ethical actions using specific principles from professional codes. Case Scenario A technology company deploys an AI-powered hiring system to screen job applicants. After several months, internal testing reveals that the system disproportionately rejects qualified candidates from certain demographic groups. Management is aware of the issue but delays fixing it, citing cost, deadlines, and lack of legal requirements. A software engineer on the team must decide how to respond. Assignment Instructions Write a 1-2 page paper (double-spaced, 12-pt font) addressing the following: 1?Case Summary Briefly summarize the ethical situation. Identify: The stakeholders involved The technology being used The ethical concern(s) 2?Ethical Issues Explain the main ethical problems raised by the case. Consider issues such as Harm to individuals or groups Fairness and discrimination Responsibility to the public Professional integrity 3?Code of Ethics Analysis Apply at least two specific principles from: The ACM Code of Ethics, and/or The IEEE Code of Ethics You must: Clearly cite the principle numbers or statements Explain how each principle applies to the case 4?Ethical Recommendation Based on the code(s), explain: What the computing professional should do Why this action aligns with professional responsibility How ethical responsibility extends beyond legal compliance 5?Reflection (Short Paragraph) Reflect on why codes of ethics are important in technology professions. Do they provide enough guidance? Why or why not? Required Sources ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct IEEE Code of Ethics (You may include additional sources if desired. Grading Criteria (100 points) Case understanding and clarity (20 pts) Identification of ethical issues (20 pts) Accurate application of ACM/IEEE principles (30 pts) Strength of ethical recommendation (20 pts) Writing quality and organization (10 pts