Code of conduct for faculty

Technical Education Department, Haryana
The Technical Education Department, Haryana, is committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence, integrity, and professionalism. Faculty members, as employees of the department, play a pivotal role in shaping the future of technical education and are expected to adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct. This Code of Conduct outlines the responsibilities and expectations for faculty members to ensure a conducive teaching, learning, and working environment.

1. Professional Responsibilities

• Commitment to Teaching: Faculty shall perform their duties diligently, including delivering lectures, conducting practicals, tutorials, and seminars with dedication and punctuality.
• Continuous Improvement: Strive for professional growth through research, participation in workshops, seminars, and conferences, and by staying updated with advancements in their field.
• Fairness in Evaluation: Assess students’ performance impartially, maintaining transparency and consistency in grading and feedback.
• Support to Students: Guide and mentor students in their academic and career pursuits, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

2. Ethical Conduct

• Integrity: Uphold honesty and transparency in all professional activities, avoiding plagiarism, falsification of data, or any unethical behavior in teaching and research.
• Respect: Treat students, colleagues, and staff with dignity, refraining from discrimination based on caste, creed, religion, gender, or socioeconomic status.
• Confidentiality: Maintain the confidentiality of student records, examination materials, and sensitive institutional information.

3. Conduct Towards the Institution

• Compliance: Adhere to the rules, regulations, and policies of the Technical Education Department, Haryana, as well as the statutes and ordinances of affiliated institutions or universities.
• Collaboration: Assist in institutional activities such as admissions, examinations, and extracurricular programs, contributing to the overall functioning of the department.
• Resource Stewardship: Utilize institutional resources responsibly and efficiently, ensuring they are used for educational purposes and institutional development.

4. Community and Societal Engagement

• Professional Representation: Conduct personal and professional affairs in a manner that upholds the dignity and reputation of the Technical Education Department, Haryana.
• Community Service: Participate in extension activities and community initiatives that align with the department’s mission of technical education and societal development.
• Environmental Responsibility: Promote sustainable practices within the scope of their duties, contributing to a greener and healthier campus.

5. Interpersonal Relations

• Collegiality: Foster a collaborative and respectful work culture, encouraging innovative ideas and mutual support among colleagues.
• Conflict Resolution: Address grievances or disputes professionally, following established procedures and maintaining a harmonious workplace.

6. Accountability

• Discipline: Exhibit a responsible pattern of conduct and demeanor expected by the educational community and society at large.
• Reporting: Promptly report any violations of this code or institutional policies to the appropriate authorities for redressal.