S.1. The curriculum provides for the development of the following professional competencies:

S.1.1. acquisition of advanced knowledge and theories based on the field of specialization/discipline.

S.1.2. application of theories to real problems in the field; and

S.1.3. demonstration of skills in applying different strategies in actual work setting.

S.2. There is system of validation of subjects taken from other schools.

S.3. The curriculum reflects the local, regional and national development goals as well as institution’s vision and mission.

I.1. The curriculum/program of study meets the requirements and standards of CHED and the total number of units of the curriculum is equivalent to or judiciously exceeds the CHED prescribed 206 units as follows:

I.1.1. General Education 92 units

I.1.2. Fundamental Agricultural Courses 15 units

I.1.3. Basic Engineering Courses 44 units

I.1.4. Professional Courses 48

Agricultural Power and

machinery (12 units)

Agricultural Structures and

Environment (12 units)

Soil and water (12 units)

Agricultural Processing and

Electrification (12 units)

Thesis/Fields Practice (6 Units)

Undergraduate Seminar (1 unit)

I.2. The subject are logically sequenced and prerequisite courses are identified.

I.3. The curricular content is responsive to the needs of the country and recent developments in the profession

I.4. The curricular contents covers the extent of the professional and technical preparation required of its graduates.

I.5. The curriculum integrates values, reflective of national customs, culture and tradition in cases where applicable.

I.6. Opportunities for participation enhance on activities such as immersion/ practical training and field study are maintained in the curriculum.

I.7. The activities are undertaken to ensure quality in the process of curriculum development:

I.7.1. participative planning and designing of the curriculum by the following stakeholders.

I.7.1.1 administration;

I.7.1.2. faculty;

I.7.1.3. students;

I.7.1.4. alumni;

I.7.1.5. representatives from the industry/sector; and

I.7.1.6. others (please specify)

I.7.2. periodic review, assessment, updating and approval of the curriculum by the Academic Council

I.7.3 confirmation of the curriculum by the Board of Regents/Trustees (BOR/BOT).

I.7.4. others (please specify) ____________.

I.8. The program of study allows the accommodation of students with special needs and assists for them to finish the degree.

O.1. The curriculum is responsive and relevant to the demand of times.

Q.2. There is a passing average performance in the Licensure Examination for Agricultural Engineering.

SYLLABUS AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

S.1. There is an institutional outcome-based standard format in the preparation of course syllabi.

S.2. The syllabus includes a list of suggested readings and references of print and electronic resources published within the last ten (10) years.

S.3. Copies of all course syllabi during the term are available at the Dean’s office or in any other appropriate repository.

S.4. Copies of all course syllabi in the previous terms are filed for reference purposes.

S.5. There is a provision for remedial measures to strengthen the basic skills in Mathematics and English and other “tool” subjects.

S.6. There is a mechanism to facilitate the teaching-learning process.

I.1. The Dean or official concerned approves the updated syllabus for each subject.

I.2. The faculty prepares syllabi with comprehensive contents.

I.3. The faculty revise and enhances their syllabi preferably every two years as needed.

I.4. The faculty distributes a copy of the syllabus to each student.

I.5. Teaching strategies stimulate the development of the students’ higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) such as critical thinking, analytical thinking, creative thinking and problem-solving.

TEACHING STRATEGIES

I.6. Classroom instruction is enriched through the use of the following strategies:

I.6.1. symposia, seminars, workshops, professional lectures.

I.6.2. educational tours/learning visits/other co-curricular activities.

I.6.3. peer teaching/ cooperative learning; and

I.6.4. computer-assisted instruction (CAI) and computer-assisted learning (CAL)

I.7. At least three(3) of the following course requirements are used:

I.7.1. group/individual projects

I.7.2. group/individual reports

I.7.3. group/individual term papers

I.7.4. performance activities

I.7.5. learning contract

I.7.6. portfolio

I.7.7. learning modules

I.7.8. research study and;

I.7.9. others (please specify) _________

I.8. Instruction is enriched through the use of at least, ten (10) of the following techniques/strategies.

I.8.1. film showing

I.8.2. projects

I.8.3. group dynamics

I.8.4. case study

I.8.5. workshops

I.8.6. simulations

I.8.7. dimensional questions approach

I.8.8. brainstorming

I.8.9. buzz sessions

I.8.10. informal creative groups

I.8.11. interactive learning

I.8.12. team teaching

I.8.13. micro teaching

I.8.14. macro teaching

I.8.15. tandem teaching

I.8.16. peer teaching

I.8.17. multi-media/ courseware/techware

I.8.18. experiments

I.8.19. problem-solving

I.8.20. type study methods

I.8.21. reporting

I.8.22. panel discussion; and

I.8.23. others (please specify)

I.9. Instructional strategies provide for student’s individual needs and the development of multiple intelligences.

I.10. Instruction is enhanced through the following.

I.10.1 submission of approved and updated syllabus per course.

I.10.2. regular classroom observation/supervision.

I.10.3. regular faculty meetings with the College/Academic Unit Dean/Department Chair.

I.10.4. regular faculty performance evaluation.

I.10.5. attendance/participation of faculty in in-service training.

I.10.6. conduct of experimental classes.

I.10.7. adoption of alternative instructional delivery modes, such as modular instruction, e- learning and on-line study.

I.11. Instructional Materials (IM) are reviewed and recommended by the duly created Instructional Materials Committee (IMC)

I.12. Varied, multi-sensory materials and computer programs are utilized.

I.13. The College/Academic Unit maintains consortia and linkages with other learning institutions for academic exchange of instructional materials.

I.14. The faculty are encouraged to produce their own instructional materials such as modules, software, visual aids, manuals and textbooks.

O.1. Course syllabi are updated and approved by concerned authorities.

O.2. Varied teaching strategies and techniques are efficiently and effectively used.

O.3. Instructional materials produced by the faculty are copyrighted and patented.

S.1. The program of studies has a system of evaluating the student performance through a combination of the following.

S.1.1. formative tests such as quizzes, unit tests.

S.1.2. summative tests such as mid-term and final examinations.

S.1.3. project and term papers

S.1.4. practicum and performance tests

S.1.5. other course requirements

S.2. The summative tests have the following descriptions.

S.2.1. comprehensive enough to test the different levels of cognitive skills and knowledge of content

S.2.2. based on well-designed Table of Specifications (TOS)

I.1. Varied evaluation measures are used as:

I.1.1. portfolio

I.1.2. rubric assessment

I.1.3. skills demonstration

I.1.4. paper and pencil tests

I.1.5. oral examinations

I.1.6. group/individual reports

I.1.7. group/individual study; and

I.1.8 others (reaction paper)

I.2. Evaluation tools/instruments are reviewed and revised periodically

I.3. The faculty members are trained how to assess student performance properly.

I.4. The College/Academic Unit encourages and supports assessment for multiple intelligences.

I.5. Course and test requirements are returned to the students after results are checked, recorded and analyzed.

I.6. The system of student evaluation and grading is defined, understood and disseminated to:

I.6.1. students

I.6.2. faculty

I.6.3. academic administrators

I.6.4. parents/guardians

O.1. The students’ academic performance is commendable

O.2. Retention rate of students is on the average.

S.1. There are policies on management of learning which include the following:

S.1.1. student's attendance in class and other activities.

S.1.2. schedule of classes.

S.1.3. students' discipline; and

S.1.4. maintenance of cleanliness and orderliness.

I.1. The policies on management of learning are enforced.

I.2. Students’ activities are well-planned and implemented.

I.3. Assignments are designed to reinforce teaching which result to student’s maximum learning

I.4. The maximum class size of 30 for undergraduate courses is enforced.

I.5. Classroom discipline is maintained in accordance with democratic practices.

I.6. The class officers and assigned students assist in maintaining cleanliness of classroom, laboratories, corridors, and the school campus.

I.7. Independent work and performance are encouraged and monitored in the following activities:

I.7.1. case studies/report;

I.7.2. farm machinery operations; and

I.7.3. others (design and calculation, problem solving)

I.8. In practicum courses, (field study, OJT, practice teaching, etc.) the number of trainees supervised by each coordinator does not exceed 50.

I.1. The students are regularly informed on the academic requirements of their respective courses.

I.2. The College/Academic Unit implements the system for student returnees and transferees to meet the residence and other graduation requirements.

I.3. Graduating students and conduct research and or undergo practicum/OJT or other activities prescribed in their respective curricula.

I.4. The College/Academic Unit assists the graduating students with academic deficiencies, disciplinary cases, and other problems which hinder issuance of clearances.

I.5. A clearance from academic and financial accountabilities and responsibilities is required before graduation.

O.1. At least 60% of the students enrolled in the program are able to graduate within the regular time frame.

S.1. The institution has policies on:

S.1.1. substitution or special arrangements whenever a faculty is on leave or absent

S.1.2. giving awards and/or recognition for faculty and students with outstanding achievements; and

S.1.3. supervision, monitoring and evaluation of faculty performance.

I.1. The institution implements rules on the attendance of the faculty in their respective classes and other academic related activities.

I.2. Dialogues is regularly conducted by administration with the:

I.2.1. faculty

I.2.2. students

I.3. Quality instruction is assured through the following strategies:

I.3.1. conducting seminar/workshops on syllabi making.

I.3.2. holding workshops on test construction and the corresponding table of specifications.

I.3.3. conducting competency assessment.

I.3.4. conducting supervisory visit of classes and providing assistance, if necessary

I.3.5. holding of regular faculty meetings

I.3.6. requiring consultations between students and faculty

I.3.7. conducting studies on academic performance of students

I.3.8. providing opportunities for the participation/attendance of the faculty in in-service training activities.

I.4. Periodic faculty performance evaluation on instructions and other functions is done by at least three of the following.

I.4.1. the Dean/Academic Head/Department Chair

I.4.2. the students

I.4.3. the faculty member himself/herself

I.4.4. peers

I.4.5. others (please specify) _______

I.5. The results of the performance evaluation are used to improve the performance competencies of the faculty.

1.6. Students are given recognition for exemplary academic and non academic performances

I.7. Outstanding achievement is recognized and encouraged though the following:

I.7.1. inclusion in the honor roll, Dean’s list, etc

I.7.2. grant of tuition scholarships

I.7.3. award of honor medals and merit certificates,

I.7.4. membership in honor societies/honor class/sections

I.7.5. grant of special privileges such as opportunities in leadership and others (except exemption from major exams on all professional business subjects; and

I.7.6. grant of awards and recognition for their outstanding academic accomplishments e.g. Best Thesis, Student Researcher of the Year, etc

I.8. Indicators performance of graduates are studied such as:

1.8.1. Analysis of performance of graduates in agricultural Engineering Licensure Examination

I.8.2. employability of graduates; and

I.8.3. feedback from employers regarding performance of graduates.