College Goal and Objectives
Provide opportunities for qualified students to become professional engineers and technicians of the country. Specifically, the engineering programs are designed to:
2024 – 2028 Strategic Goals
TEACHING
RESEARCH
EXTENSION
INTERNAL GOVERNANCE
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Teaching and Student Services Roadmap
2024
2024
Curriculum Review & ISO 9001 QMS Development:Initiate program review aligned with CHED, ACBET, and Washington Accord outcomes, focusing on microelectronics, IC design, and emerging communications (6G). Begin ISO 9001 documentation. 2025
2025
Curriculum Enhancement & ACBET Preparation:Integrate advanced topics (VLSI Design, Advanced RF Engineering, Signal Integrity). Establish an electronics design and innovation hub. Prepare for PTC-ACBET preliminary visit. 2026
2026
ACBET Accreditation & ODeL Expansion:Submit formal application for PTC-ACBET Tier 1 accreditation. Develop/offer upskilling courses in PCB design and RF planning for industry. 2027
2027
International Benchmarking & Program SustainabilityConduct international benchmarking for curriculum alignment. Sustain and refine all enhanced student services and the design hub. 2028
2028
ACBET Re-accreditation & National Leadership:Prepare for and undergo PTC-ACBET re-accreditation. Position the program as a national leader in microelectronics and communications engineering. |
Research and Innovation Roadmap
2024
2024
Research Policy & IP Framework:Strengthen policies for IP and IC design protection. Identify research thrusts (e.g., Semiconductor Devices, VLSI, RF/Wireless Communications, Embedded Systems). 2025
2025
Seed Funding & Partnership Building:Launch internal seed fund for chip design and communications projects. Establish 2+ MOUs with semiconductor and telecom companies for R&D. 2026
2026
Project Commercialization & International Collaboration:Target 1-2 patent/utility model applications for circuit designs. Pursue joint international research on semiconductor materials and 6G technologies. 2027
2027
Research Center Establishment & Sustained Funding:Establish a dedicated research center (e.g., Center for Microelectronics and Wireless Communications). Secure sustained external funding (DOST, DICT). 2028
2028
Ecosystem Integration & Impact Assessment:Fully integrate into the national and global semiconductor ecosystem. Publish a comprehensive impact assessment of research and commercialization. |
Community Extension and Linkages Roadmap
2024
2024
Partner MappingConduct surveys to identify needs in telecommunications and electronics manufacturing. Map potential partners (e.g., DICT, semiconductor companies). 2025
2025
Pilot Extension Projects & NSTP Integration:Launch community projects (e.g., community cellular networks, electronic waste recycling drives). Integrate projects into NSTP/service-learning. 2026
2026
Scale-Up Projects & Social Responsibility:Expand successful pilots. Guide communities/LGUs on improving local telecom infrastructure and e-waste management. 2027
2027
Policy Advocacy & Capacity Building:Engage in local policy-making for e-waste and telecom infrastructure. Conduct technical training for LGU technicians on communications equipment. 2028
2028
Center for Electronics Innovation & Institutionalized Service:Establish a formal center for electronics design and community service. Institutionalize a culture of precision and innovation. |
Internal Governance Roadmap
2024
2024
Digital Infrastructure & QMS Implementation:Launch LMS with EDA (Electronic Design Automation) tools access. Establish documented ISO 9001 QMS; conduct first internal audit. 2025
2025
ISO 9001 Certification & HR Development:Achieve ISO 9001 certification. Launch faculty development for advanced degrees and industry certifications in EDA tools and IC design. 2026
2026
Smart Lab Access & Financial Sustainability:Upgrade labs with advanced VNA, spectrum analyzers, and IC prototyping equipment. Diversify funding through grants and industry testing services. 2027
2027
Infrastructure Upgrade & System Review:Implement a dedicated anechoic chamber for advanced RF research. Conduct a comprehensive system review for continuous improvement. 2028
2028
Data-Driven Governance & Roadmap 2030:Leverage data from industry partnerships for curriculum enhancement. Develop and launch the next strategic roadmap for 2029-2033. |
