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Draft for PSG CHED MEMORANDUM ORDER No. _______ Series of 2017 SUBJECT: POLICIES AND STANDARDS (PS) FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF

SCIENCE IN ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING (BSECE) EFFECTIVE AY2018-2019

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In accordance with the pertinent provisions of Republic Act (RA) No. 7722, otherwise known as the “Higher Education Act of 1994,” in pursuance of policies, standards and guidelines in the establishment of an outcomes-based education (OBE) system in higher education institutions offering engineering programs as advocated under CMO 37 s. 2012 and policy-standard to enhance quality assurance (QA) in Philippine higher education through an outcomes-based and typology-based QA as advocated under CMO 46 s. 2012, and by virtue of Commission en banc Resolution No. ___________ dated __________________ the following policies and standards (PS) are hereby adopted and promulgated by the Commission.

ARTICLE I INTRODUCTION

Section 1 Rationale

This CMO integrates the establishment of an outcomes-based education (OBE) system in higher education institutions offering engineering programs (CMO 37 s. 2012) and the enhancement of quality assurance (QA) in Philippine higher education through an outcomes-based and typology-based QA (CMO 46 s. 2012) to the policies and standards(PS) for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering (BSECE) (CMO 24 s. 2008). This set of Policies, Standards and Guidelines shall apply to all HEIs, both government and private offering BSECE.

ARTICLE II AUTHORITY TO OPERATE

Sec. 2 Government Recognition

All Private Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs) intending to offer BSECEprogram must first secure proper authority from the Commission in accordance with this PSG. All PHEIs with an existing BSECE program are required to shift to an outcomes-based approach based on CMO 37, S. 2012 and guided by this PSG. State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), and Local Universities and

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Colleges (LUCs) should likewise strictly adhere to the provisions in these policies and standards.

ARTICLE III

GENERAL PROVISIONS

Sec. 3 The Articles that follow provides minimum standards and other requirements

and prescriptions. The minimum standards are expressed as a minimum set of desired program outcomes which are given in Article IV Section 6. The Technical Committee designed a curriculum to attain such outcomes. This curriculum is shown in Article V Section 8 as a sample curriculum. The number

of units of this curriculum is here prescribed as the “minimum unit requirement” under Section 13 of RA 7722.

Using a learner-centered/outcomes-based approach the Technical Committee also determined appropriate curriculum delivery methods shown in Article V Section 10. The sample course syllabi given in Article V Section 11 show some of these methods. Based on the curriculum and the means of its delivery, the Technical Committee determined the physical resource requirements for the library, laboratories and other facilities and the human resource requirements in terms of administration and faculty. See Article VI.

Sec. 4 The HEIs are allowed to design curricula suited to their own contexts and missions provided that they can demonstrate that the same leads to the attainment of the required minimum set of outcomes, albeit by a different route. In the same vein, they have latitude in terms of curriculum delivery and in terms of specification and deployment of human and physical resources as long as they can show that the attainment of the program outcomes and satisfaction of program educational objectives can be assured by the alternative means they propose.

The HEIs can use the CHED Implementation Handbook for Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) and the Institutional Sustainability Assessment (ISA) as a guide in making their submissions for Sections 16, 17 and 18 of Article VII.

ARTICLE IV PROGRAM SPECIFICATIONS

Sec. 5 Program Description

5.1 Definition Electronics is the science dealing with the development and application

ofdevices and systems involving the flow of electrons or other carriers of electric charge, in a vacuum, in gaseous media, in plasma, in semiconductors, in solid-stateand/or in similar devices, including, but not limited to, applications involving optical,electromagnetic and other energy forms when transduced or converted into electronicsignals. (RA 9292, 2004)

5.2 Degree Name

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The degree program herein shall be called BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING (BSECE).

5.3Nature and Scope of the practice of an ECE graduate The scope and nature of practice of the Electronics Engineer shall embrace and consist of any work or activity relating to the application of engineering sciences and/or principles to the investigation, analysis, synthesis, planning, design, specification, research and development, provision, procurement, marketing and sales, manufacture and production, construction and installation, tests/measurements/control, operation, repair, servicing, technical support and maintenance of electronic components, devices, products, apparatus, instruments, equipment, systems, networks, operations and processes in the fields of electronics, including communications and/or telecommunications, information and communications technology (ICT), computers and their networking and hardware/firmware/software development and applications, broadcast/broadcasting, cable and wireless television, consumer and industrial electronics, electro optics/photonics/opto-electronics, electro-magnetics, avionics, aerospace, navigational and military applications, medical electronics, robotics, cybernetics, biometrics and all other related and convergent fields; it also includes the administration, management, supervision and regulatory aspects of such works and activities; similarly included are those teaching and training activities which develop the ability to use electronic engineering fundamentals and related advanced knowledge in electronics engineering, including lecturing and teaching of technical and professional subjects given in the electronics engineering (RA9292, 2004)

5.4Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

Every engineering program shall define its program educational objectives consistent to the vision and mission statements of the HEI. PEOs are broad statements that describe the career and professional accomplishments that the program is preparing graduates to achieve within 3-5 years of graduation. PEOs are based on the needs of the program's constituencies and these shall be determined, articulated, and disseminated to the general public, via HEI or department website and academic manuals, by the unit or department of the HEI offering the BSECE program. The PEOs should be assessed and evaluated periodically for continuous quality improvement (CQI). Example of a PEO: The graduates of Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering will be engaged in the practice of electronics engineering (RA9292) with a deep sense of professionalism, environmental awareness, social and ethical responsibility.

5.5 Allied Programs The allied programs of the BSECE program are the following: a) Electrical Engineering

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b) Computer Engineering c) Computer Science d) Information and Communications Technology e) And other related and convergent fields or as defined in the

professional tracks These programs are those that may be considered as related to the program for the purpose of determining qualifications of the faculty.

Sec. 6 Institutional and Program Outcomes

6.1 Institutional Outcomes Institutional Outcomes are outcomes set by the HEI that demonstrates a service orientation to one’s profession. It should include but not limited to the participation in the generation of new knowledge or in research and development projects. Graduates of State Universities and Colleges must, in addition, have competencies to support “ national, regional and local development plans.” (RA 7722). A PHEI, at its option, may adopt mission-related program outcomes that are not included in the minimum set. Outcomes shall also preservation and promotion of the Filipino historical and cultural heritage. 6.2 Program Outcomes Program outcomes specify what students are expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. These relate to the skills, knowledge, and behaviors that the students acquire as they go through the program. The following are the student/program outcomes of the BSECE program: a) Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve engineering

problems b) Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and

interpret data c) Ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs

within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability, in accordance with standards

d) Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams e) Abilityto identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems f) Understanding of professional and ethical responsibility g) Ability to communicate effectively h) Broadeducation necessary to understand the impact of engineering

solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context i) Recognitionof the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning j) Knowledge of contemporary issues k) Ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for

engineering practice l) Knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles

as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments

m) Understand at least one specialized field of Electronics Engineering practice.

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The student/program outcomes from a to m set the minimum requirements. HEI/LUC/SUC may add additional outcomes when needed.

Sec. 7 Sample Performance Indicator

Performance criteria or performance indicators are “specific, measurable statements identifying the performance{s} required to meet the outcome, confirmable through evidence.” Each program outcome should be given a set of performance indicators. A performance indicator should begin with a verb followed by a content reference. The purpose of performance indicator is to measure the level of achievement of the student/program outcome. (ex. Apply knowledge of mathematics in the formulation and solution of engineering problems. This is an example of the performance indicator for outcome a.)

ARTICLE V CURRICULUM

Sec. 8 Curriculum Description

The Electronics Engineering curriculum is designed to meet the BSChE Program Outcomes stated in Article IV, Section 6.2. This is articulated in a Curriculum Map discussed in Section 10. The curriculum must develop engineers who have a background in mathematics, natural, physical and allied sciences. As such the curriculum contains courses in mathematics, physics, chemistry, materials and environmental sciences. The Electronics Engineering curriculum also containsmandated general education and elective courses as connected to the desired program outcomes.. This is to ensure that the Electronics engineering graduate can understand and articulate the nature of his/her special role in society and the impact of their work on the environment. The curriculum is designed to guarantee a certain breadth of knowledge of the Electronics Engineering disciplines through a set of core courses and to ensure depth and focus in certain disciplines through track specialization elective courses. A minimum of 240 hours of immersion in electronics engineering activities outside the institution and a capstone project in electronics engineering design are the final requirements of the curriculum.

Sec. 9 Sample Curriculum

Below is the sample curriculum of the BSECE program. The institution may enrich the sample/model program of study depending on the needs of the industry, provided that all prescribed courses required in the curriculum outline are offered and pre-requisite and co-requisite are observed.

9.1 Components:

SUMMARY OF THE BSECE CURRICULUM

Classification/ Field / Course Minimum Hours /week Minimum

Credit Units Lecture Laboratory

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I. TECHNICAL COURSES

A. Mathematics

Calculus 1 3 0 3

Calculus 2 3 0 3

Engineering Data Analysis 3 0 3

Differential Equations 3 0 3

Sub - Total 12 0 12

B. Natural/ Physical Sciences

Chemistry for Engineers 3 3 4

Physics for Engineers 3 3 4

Sub - Total 6 6 8

C. Basic Engineering Sciences

Computer-Aided Drafting 0 3 1

Engineering Economics 3 0 3

Engineering Management 2 0 2

Sub - Total 5 3 6

D. Allied Courses Occupational, Health & Safety Engineering 1 0 1

Materials Science and Engineering 3 0 3

Computer Programming 0 3 1

Physics 2 3 3 4

Sub - Total 7 6 9

Classification/ Field / Course Minimum Hours /week Minimum

Credit Units Lecture Laboratory

E. Professional Courses

1. Core Courses

Advanced Engineering Mathematics for ECE 3 0 3 Numerical Methods (Computer Methods in ECE) 3 3 4

Electromagnetics 1 (Vector Analysis) 3 0 3

Electromagnetics 2 3 0 3

ECE Laws, Contracts, Ethics & Standards 3 0 3

Circuits 1 3 3 4

Circuits 2 3 3 4

Electronics 1: Electronic Devices and Circuits 3 3 4

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Electronics 2: Electronic Circuit Analysis and Design 3 3 4

Electronics3: Electronic Systems and Design 3 3 4

Signals, Spectra, Signal Processing 3 3 4 Communication 1: Principles of Communication Systems 3 3 4 Communication 2: Modulation and Coding Techniques 3 3 4

Communications 3: Data Communications 3 3 4 Communication 4: Transmission Media and Antenna System 3 3 4

Logic Circuits and Switching Theory 3 3 4

Microprocessor & Microcontroller Systems 3 3 4

Feedback and Control Systems 3 3 4

Methods of Research 3 0 3

Design 1 /Capstone Project 1 0 3 1

Design 2 /Capstone Project 2 0 3 1

Seminars/ Colloquium 0 3 1

Sub-total 57 51 74

2. Technical Electives

ECE Elective 1 3 0 3

ECE Elective 2 3 0 3

Sub-total 6 0 6 II. NON - TECHNICAL COURSES

A. General Education Course

Science, Technology & Society 3 0 3

Contemporary World 3 0 3

Readings in Philippine History 3 0 3

Understanding the self 3 0 3

Creativity in Engineering Design 3 0 3

Purposive Communication 3 0 3

Mathematics for Engineers 3 0 3

Ethics 3 0 3 Sub-total 24 0 24

B. GEC Electives Environmental Sciences & Engineering 3 0 3

Technopreneurship 3 0 3

Life & Works of Rizal 3 0 3

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Free Elective 3 0 3

Sub-total 12 0 12

C. Physical Education

P.E. 1 2 0 2

P.E. 2 2 0 2

P.E. 3 2 0 2

P.E. 4 2 0 2 Sub-total 8 0 8

D. National Service Training Program

NSTP1 3 0 3

NSTP2 3 0 3 Sub-total 6 0 6

On the Job Training (240 hours)

GRAND TOTAL 143 66 165 On the job training (240 hours) – HEIs shall establish appropriate guidelines for OJT which

shall fully comply with the competency requirements of the ECE program. Suggested Professional Elective Courses A. COMMUNICATIONS

Wireless Communication

Communications System Design

Navigational Aids

Broadcast Engineering

Advanced Electromagnetism (also for Microelectronics track)

DSP*

Telemetry*

RF Design System Level*

Mixed Signals-Systems Level*

Digital Terrestial XSM*

Compression Technologies*

B. MICROELECTRONICS

Advanced Electromagnetism

Introduction to Analog Integrated Circuits Design

Introduction to Digital VLSI Design

VLSI Test and Measurement

IC Packaging and Failure Analysis

Advanced Statistics (Also for Biotech/Biomedical track)*

Mixed Signals-Silicon Level*

RF Design-Silicon Level*

CAD-Tool Design*

Solid State Physics & Fabrication*

C. POWER ELECTRONICS

Introduction to Power Electronics

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Power Supply Application

Semiconductor Devices for Power Electronics

Motor Drives and Inverters

Modeling and Simulation*

Digital Control System*

Optoelectronics*

Automotive Electronics*

D. BIOTECH/BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

Fundamentals of Biomedical Engineering

Physiology

Principles of Medical Imaging

Biomechanics

Biomaterials

Biophysical Phenomena

Advanced Statistics (Also for Microelectronics track)*

Telemetry*

Optoelectronics*

Embedded System*

Micro Electrical Mechanical System (MEMS)*

Nano Electrical Mechanical System (NEMS)*

E. INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL*

Mechatronics*

Robotics*

Modelling and Simulation*

Digital Control System*

Metrology*

MEMS (also for Biotech/Biomedical Engineering track)*

NEMS (also for Biotech/Biomedical Engineering track)*

Sensors Technology*

F. INFORMATION AND COMPUTING TECHNOLOGIES*

Computer Systems*

I/O Memory System*

Computer Systems Architecture*

Data Structure & Algorithm Analysis*

Computer Systems Organizations*

Structure of Program Language*

Operating Systems*

Digital Graphics, Digital Imaging and Animation*

Artificial Intelligence*

G. Technoprenuership

• Project Management* • Materials and Manufacturing Processes* • Accounting, Finance, and Engineering Economics* • Product and Process Design, Development, Delivery* • Design for Manufacturing and Manufacturing Management* • Information Technology and Systems* • Understanding People and Change in Organizations*

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• Engineering Statistics and Quality* • Engineering Entrepreneurship*

H. Emerging Technologies*

*Specifications for these courses shall be developed by the HEIs in accordance with their needs but shall likewise be submitted to CHED.

9.2 Program of Study The institution may enrich the sample/model program of study depending on the needs of the industry, provided that all prescribed courses required in the curriculum outlines are offered and pre-requisites and co-requisites are complied with. The sample Program of Study listed below is meant for HEIs operating on a Semestral System. HEIs with CHED approved trimester or quarter term systems may adjust their courses and course specifications accordingly to fit their delivery system, as long as the minimum requirements are still satisfied. The HEIs are also encouraged to include other courses to fulfill their institutional outcomes, as long as the total units for the whole program shall not exceed 192 units, including P.E., and NSTP.

SAMPLE SEMESTRAL PROGRAM OF STUDY

First Year

1st Sem lec lab Units Pre-requisites

Calculus 1 3 3

Engineering Data Analysis 2 3 3

Chemistry for Engineers 3 3 4

Understanding the Self 3 3

Science, Technology & Society 3 3

Mathematics for Engineers 3 3

Computer Aided Drafting 3 1

PE 1 2 2

NSTP 1 3 3

Sub total 22 9 25

2nd Sem lec lab Units

Calculus 2 3 3 Calculus 1

Physics for Engineers 3 3 4 Calculus 1

Computer Programming 3 1

Readings in Philippine History 3 3

Environmental Science &Eng'g 3 3

Creativity in Engineering Design 3 3

Material Science and Engineering 3 3 Chemistry

PE 2 2 2 PE 1

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NSTP 2 3 3 NSTP 1

Sub total 23 6 25

Second Year

1st Sem lec lab Units

Differential Equations 3 3 Calculus 2

Contemporary World 3 3

Ethics 3 3

Physics 2 3 3 4 Physics 1

Engineering Economics 3 3

Circuits 1 3 3 4 Physics 1

Electromagnetics 1 3 3 Differential Equations

PE 3 2 2 PE 1

Sub total 23 6 25

2nd Sem lec lab Units

Advanced Mathematics 3 3 Differential Equations

Life & Works of Rizal 3 3

Electronics 1 3 3 4 Circuits 1

ECE Laws and Ethics 3 3

Engineering Management 2 2

Circuits 2 3 3 4 Circuits 1

Electromagnetics 2 3 3 Electromagnetics 1

PE 4 2 2 PE 1

Sub total 22 6 24

Third Year

1st Sem lec lab Units

Numerical Methods 3 3 4 Differential Equations

Electronics 2 3 3 4 Electronics 1

Logic Circuits and Switching Theory 3 3 4 Electronics 1

Signals, Spectra & Signal Processing 3 3 4 Advanced Mathematics

Purposive Communication 3 3

Free Elective (GE) 3 3

Sub total 18 12 22

2nd Sem lec lab Units

Communications 1 3 3 4 Electronics 2

Electronics 3 3 3 4 Electronics 2

Microprocessor & Microcontroller Systems 3 3 4 Logic Circuits and Switching Theory

Feedback and Control Systems 3 3 4 Circuits 2

Methods of Research 3 3

Technoprenuership 3 3

Sub total 18 12 22

Summer: On the Job Training

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Fourth Year

1st Sem lec lab Units

Communications 3 3 3 4 Communications 1

Communications 2 3 3 4 Communications 1

Occupational Health & Safety 1 0 1

Design 1/ Capstone Project 1 0 3 1 nth year standing*

ECE Elective 1 3 0 3

Sub total 10 9 13

2nd Sem lec lab Units

Communications 4 3 3 4 Communications 1

Seminars/ Colloquim 3 1

Design 2/ Capstone Project 2 3 1 Design 1/ Capstone Project 1

ECE Elective 2 3 3

Sub total 6 9 9

Total 143 66 165 *The nth year standing means that the student must have completed at least

75% of the load requirements of the previous year level. Sec. 10 Sample Curriculum Map

Curriculum map is “a matrix relating all the courses listed in the program curriculum with one or more of the declared student/program outcomes.” The HEI/LUC/SUC should create a complete curriculum map for their current or existing BSECEcurriculum. (See Annex II: Sample Curriculum Map)

Sec. 11 Curriculum Delivery All HEIs are expected to create their Curriculum Delivery Plan. The purpose of the plan is to give clear guidance on the school's curriculum, and to give a statement of expectations that will form the basis for reviewing quality and effectiveness.

Sec. 12 Components ofOBE-Compliant Course Syllabus To make the course syllabus OBE-compliant, the following components should be included: a) Course outcomes b) Relationship of course outcomes to student/program outcomes c) Course coverage comprising of the following:

1. course outcomes, 2. topics per course outcome, 3. teaching and learning activities per course outcome, and 4. assessment tasks per course outcome.

Course outcome refers to what learners are expected to know and be able to do at end of the course.

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Teaching and learning activity refers to an activity or set of activities that will engage the student in achieving the course outcome. Assessment task refers to a tool that determines how well the student has met the course outcome.

ARTICLE VI

REQUIRED RESOURCES Sec. 12 Administration

As provided by CMO 25 s. 2005, some provisions will be changed to address the qualifications of dean of the school/college of engineering and department head who are graduates of BSECE program. The school/college of engineering shall have: a) a full-time dean; b) at least a full-time assistant dean, whenever needed, to adequately support

the administrative functions of the dean; and c) a full-time department head for BSECE program on reduced teaching loads

(no more than 80% of full-time teacher’s teaching load).

The assignment of the semestral teaching load of the dean and assistant dean shall be an internal policy of the PHEI/SUC/LUC.

The qualifications of the Dean of the school/college of engineering shall be: a) holder of baccalaureate and masters degree in engineering, in any of the

engineering programs being offered by the PHEI/SUC/LUC; b) preferably holder of doctor of philosophy or doctorate degree in engineering

or related fields as defined in this CMO; c) should have a minimum teaching experience of not less than five (5) years,

and at least five (5) years administrative experience or at least five (5) years industry practice; and

d) registered engineer with a valid PRC License, (Preferably PECE) The qualifications of the Assistant Dean of the school/college of engineering shall be: a) holder of baccalaureate and masters degree in engineering, in any of the

engineering programs being offered by the PHEI/SUC/LUC; b) preferably holder of doctor of philosophy or doctorate degree in engineering

or related fields as defined in this CMO; c) should have a minimum teaching experience of not less than five (5) years,

and at least five (5) years administrative experience or at least five (5) years industry practice; and

d) registered engineer with a valid PRC License, (Preferably PECE) The qualifications of the Program Head of BSECE program shall be: a) holder of baccalaureate degree in ECE; b) master’s degree in engineering or related fields as defined in this CMO c) should have a minimum teaching experience of not less than three (3)

years or preferably at least three (3) years industry practice. d) registered engineer with valid PRC license, (Preferably PECE) All administrators shall provide leadership in the following:

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a) curriculum development and coordination of curricular offerings, textbook adoption, evaluation procedures, methodologies of instruction, departmental activities and professional development for school personnel;

b) recruitment, placement and promotion of faculty members and other administrative staff in the school/college of engineering;

c) budgeting, allocation and requisitions . Sec. 13 Faculty

There must be adequate number of competent and qualified faculty to teach all of the curricular areas of the Electronics Engineering program and appropriate student-faculty ratio to effectively implement dynamic minimum program requirements set by CHED and the Professional Regulations Commission. All faculty members teaching professional courses in BS Electronics Engineering program must have the following qualifications: 1. Holder of BS Electronics Engineering degree 2. Registered Electronics Engineer with valid PRC ID In addition, by AY 2018-2019, all full-time faculty members teaching professional courses in BS Electronics Engineering must be holder of Master’s and preferably Doctoral degree in Electronics Engineering or allied or related fields as defined in this CMO. All other full-time faculty of the program, including those teaching Mathematics, Sciences, Computing, and General Education courses, must also possess at least degrees Master’s degrees relevant to their courses being taught and research specializations. Faculty members teaching Electronics Engineering Design and other professional courses in Electronics Engineering must preferably have relevant industry training or experience.

Sec. 15 Laboratory and Physical Facilities

15.1 Facilities

Classrooms, offices, laboratories, and associated equipment must be adequate to support attainment of the program and course outcomes and to provide an atmosphere conducive to learning. Modern tools, equipment, computing resources, and laboratories appropriate to the program must be available, accessible, and systematically maintained and upgraded to enable students to attain the student outcomes and to support program needs. Students must be provided appropriate guidance regarding the use of the tools, equipment, computing resources, and laboratories available to the program.

15.1.1 Laboratories for the BS Electronics Engineering Program The program must provide laboratories for the following courses:

1. Chemistry for Engineers 2. Physics for Engineers 3. Physics 2 4. Circuits 1

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5. Circuits 2 6. Electronics 1 7. Electronics 2 8. Electronics 3 9. Communications 1 10. Communications 2 11. Communications 3 12. Communications 4 13. Logic Circuits and Switching Theory 14. Microprocessor & Microcontroller Systems 15. Feedback and Control Systems

The program must provide computing laboratories for the following courses:

1. Computer-Aided Design 2. Computer Programming 3. Numerical Methods 4. Signals, Spectra and Signal Processing

For laboratory activities requiring group work, each group should have a maximum of 5 students. The minimum required quantity is based on class size of 25 students.

15.1.2 Modern Tools in Electronics Engineering

The institution must provide access to modern tools in Electronics Engineering. Examples of these tools are spreadsheet software, graphing software, mathematical software, programming language environment, open or commercial simulation tools in Electronics Engineering, flow sheeting software, computer-aided design software, and modern communications and electronic instruments. These modern tools must be sufficient so that students can achieve the course outcomes.

15.2 Modernization of Equipment

Each school/college of engineering shall have a program for the continuing modernization and upgrading of its instructional laboratories, facilities, and equipment. The said program shall have an adequate annual allocation in accordance with the financial capability of the school.

15.3 Technician Requirements

There shall be one (1) full-time laboratory technician (preferably licensed ECT) or assistant for maintenance and distribution of apparatus and equipment per laboratory in chemistry, physics, electrical and electronics engineering, and electronics engineering.

15.4 Regular Maintenance of Equipment

Each school/college of engineering shall ensure that the measuring instruments in its laboratories are regularly maintained. Record of regular maintenance shall be provided to all equipment.

15.5 Laboratory Safety

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Each school/college of engineering shall have a program of laboratory safety, which shall include the following requirements:

a. Annual training program in laboratory safety shall be provided for both the students and staff using or working in the laboratories and shops.

b. Secured, well-ventilated, separate storage for gas cylinders, electronics and flammables shall be provided. All materials shall be in closed container, properly labeled as hazardous and shall be properly shelved with restraining bars.

c. Shelves shall be provided for the proper storage of electronics and proper places (not adjacent to stairways) for flammable materials shall also be provided.

d. Fire extinguishers with proper specifications required by Fire Code and are commercially inspected and recharged shall be provided.

e. Annual training/orientation on fire and earthquake evacuation procedures including evacuation drills for students and staff shall be provided.

f. Specific warning signs shall be posted in laboratories where electronics, electrical, or radiation experiments are performed or where machinery with moving parts is used.

g. Adequate ventilation for the removal of dust in all laboratories and shops shall be provided.

h. Laboratory aprons/gowns shall be furnished and worn by students where appropriate.

i. Eye protection shall be furnished to every person and shall be worn where grinding, milling, drilling, welding, or boiling is taking place.

j. Safety rules, regulations and evacuation procedure shall be posted in conspicuous places.

k. Emergency shower and eyewash shall be provided in laboratories where there is possible exposure to chemicals.

l. Storage and disposal procedures of hazardous waste shall be properly implemented.

m. Appropriate catch basin shall be provided for hazardous chemicals.

ARTICLE VII

COMPLIANCE OF HEIs Using the CHED Implementation Handbook for OBE and ISAas reference, a PHEI/SUC/LUC shall develop the following items which will be submitted to CHED when they apply for a permit for a new program or the approval of the transformation of existing programs to outcomes-based framework: Sec. 16 The complete set of program educational objectives for BSECE program. Sec. 17 The complete set of program outcomes, including its proposed additional

program outcomes.

Sec. 18 Its proposed curriculum, and its justification including a curriculum map. Sec. 19 Proposed performance indicators for each outcome. Proposed

measurement system for the level of attainment of each indicator. Sec. 20 Proposed outcomes-based syllabusfor each course.

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Sec. 21 Proposed system of program assessment and evaluation Sec. 22 Proposed system of program Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).

ARTICLE VIII TRANSITORY, REPEALING and EFFECTIVITY PROVISIONS

Sec. 23 Transitory Provision

PHEIs that have been granted permit or recognition for BSECE program are hereby given a non-extendable period of four (4) years from the date of effectivity thereof, within which to fully comply with. SUCs and LUCs shall all comply with the requirements herein set forth. Student currently enrolled in the BSECE program shall be allowed to graduate under the old curriculum. However, students enrolling for the abovementioned program beginning AY 2014-2015 shall be covered by this CMO.

Sec. 24 Repealing Clause Any provision of this Order, which may hereafter be held invalid, shall not effect the remaining provisions. All issuances, including but not limited to CMO No. 13 s. 2008 and specifically Sections4.1 and 7.1of CMO 25 s. 2005 and/or any part thereof inconsistent herewith, are deemed repealed or modified accordingly.

Sec. 25 Effectivity Clause

This CMO shall take effect starting 1st Semester of AY 2014-2015, after publication in an official gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. A PHEI/SUC/LUC applying to offer the new BSECE program shall likewise comply with all the provisions of this CMO.