Unless clearly documented with citations indicating otherwise, all academic work is expected to be the student s own. Honesty is an essential component of trust. Without trust an organization cannot function effectively. A computer professional and student has a duty to be honest about his or her own qualifications, and about any circumstances that might lead to conflicts of interest. 2.1 Strive to achieve the highest quality, effectiveness and dignity in both the process and products of professional and academic work.
Excellence is perhaps the most important obligation of a professional and a student.
The computing professional or student must strive to achieve quality and to be cognizant of the serious negative consequences that may result from poor quality in a system. 2.2 Acquire and maintain professional competence for both academic and career excellence. Excellence depends on individuals who take responsibility for acquiring and maintaining professional and academic competence. A professional and student must participate in setting standards for appropriate levels of competence, and strive to achieve those standards. 2.3 Honor contracts, agreements, and assigned responsibilities.