Values and Value: Frameworks for Being An Effective Engineer in Your Organization and in Society

"Doctors save lives." This is a statement about providing "value". The Hippocratic oath states, among other things, "I will do no harm or injustice..." This is a statement of "values". "Value is related to meeting specific need, whereas values are related to a set of beliefs and principles that guide actions and practice. What value does engineering provide to society? What set of values guide our work? Why should we care about answers to these questions? 

This talk provides frameworks for thinking about the concepts of "values" and "value" in relation to engineering work: how to connect them to engineering practice, how to leverage them to be an effective engineer within your organization, and how to use them to connect your work to the larger value for society. 

You may be eligible for 1 CPD hour. 

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Session Speaker 

Philip Asare, PhD,  P.Eng 

Philip Asare is a researcher, educator, and engineer with over a decade of experience leading cross-functional (interdisciplinary) collaborative projects that include partnerships across higher education, non-profits, industry, and government in domains such as healthcare, energy, civic engagement, and talent development. These project are often at the intersection of people and technology. He has also had the privilege for over 15 years to be part of many people's growth journeys through mentorship, in the classroom, and other forums of professional development. 

Philip is an Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering at the University of Toronto, where he serves as Dean's Advisor for Black Inclusivity. He is also an independent consultant and CEO of Diginera LLC, supporting small and medium enterprises to leverage digital technologies to serve their stakeholders better.