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:

 

  • Acquire a full understanding of the scientific principles and knowledge of the particular field;
  • Develop a high level of competence in its engineering methods and applications;
  • Communicate effectively and succinctly important results of any technical study, both verbally and technically;
  • Nurture the desire of continuing professional growth and explore new horizons in technology; and,
  • Imbue the graduates with socially and morally sound motivations and principles to live by.

2024 – 2028 Strategic Goals

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TEACHING

  • Responsive Curriculum and Academic Programs to address the evolving needs of the society
  • Internationally recognized Higher and Advanced Educational Institution
  • Improved Quality of the Student Services

RESEARCH

  • Ensured protection of relevant and economically viable research and innovative outputs for community utilization
  • Ensured intellectual property protection, utilization, adoption, and commercialization of research, creative outputs, and developed technologies.
  • Increased and sustained local and international partnerships for research collaborations and funding opportunities

EXTENSION

  • Strengthened sustainable community engagements and services
  • Intensified transfer of technology and utilization of knowledge and skills
  • Enhanced capacities for social responsibility

INTERNAL GOVERNANCE

  • Ensured safe, quality, smart infrastructure and technologies and physical facilities
  • Fostered sustainable human resource management and development
  • Sustained network and linkages
  • Sustained stewardship of financial resources
  • Invigorated internal systems

 

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 Sustainability

Conduct 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 Mapping

Conduct 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.

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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.