SYLLABUS

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

Course Title: ME LAW, ETHICS, CODES AND STANDARDS

Course Description: The course deals with the study of the Mechanical Engineering law, code of ethics, ethical theories, and ethical issues in
the practice of engineering. Familiarization with the technical codes and standards are included
Learner Description:

Learners of this course are 5th year Mechanical Engineering students who have passed orientation to ME.

Course Objectives:
After completing this course, the student must be able to:

1. Know the existing laws and ethical standards affecting the practice of the mechanical engineering profession.
2. Develop the skills of applying the codes to every mechanical engineering design.
3. Develop a sense of professional and ethical responsibility
Learning Outputs: As evidence of attaining the above course outcomes, the student has to do and submit the following:
AA1.Quizzes
AA3.Major Exams

UB Goals & Objectives :

AE: Pursue academic excellence through a continuing search for and application of truth, knowledge and wisdom via traditional and
alternative modes of instructional delivery
MSD: Promote moral and spiritual development through an integrated educational process that will enhance character and dignity;
CESCC: Develop cultural economic and socio- civic conscience through an educational content relevant to national development needs,
conditions and aspirations
CS: Strengthen involvement in community services through varied economic projects and extensive research
ISR: Attain institutional self- reliance through responsive programs for staff facilities and systems development and Ensure financial
viability

UB Attributes :
Builder and innovator of Knowledge:

Efficient professional and effective communicator

Social, moral and global minded citizen
Transformed lifelong learner.

UB Core Values:
G: Faith in God

W: Love of Wisdom
F: Service to Fellowmen

College Goals & Objectives:

Pursue academic excellence through continued efforts to update its course offerings and curriculum with the changing demands of time.

Promote discipline and integrity through adapting a professional environment.

Foster civic responsibility and consciousness through outreach programs and social services

College Attributes :
Excellent implementor of innovative knowledge

Disciplined professionals
Socially responsible individuals

Program Educational Objectives:

Mechanical Engineering graduates aims to :
Develop engineering solutions that are well-conceived and carefully implemented to meet public and private sector needs;

Contribute effectively to organizations as leaders and/or team members

.Foster personal and organizational success in a dynamic, globalized and professional environment

Program Outcomes/Competencies (PO):

A graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) program must have attained:

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences, sciences and engineering.

An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
An ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints.
An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
An ability to communicate effectively in both Filipino and English languages.
An understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
An ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for mechanical engineering practice.

Topic
Introduction to
Republic Act No.
8495 An Act
Regulating the
Practice of
Mechanical
Engineering in the
Philippines

Learning Outcome

Time Allotment

To learn the title,

statement of policy and
definition of terms of
Republic Act No. 8495
(ME LAWS)

1st -2nd Week

Learning Resources
Reference Books

Capote, R. S. &
Mandawe,
J.
A.;
(2007). Power Plant
Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.

Discussion Question
and Learning Activity

Assessment

Outcome/s

DQ: How can you say

that a person is
practicing mechanical
engineering or rendering
mechanical engineering
service?

Reporting
Recitation

Active Class
Participation

Reporting
Recitation

Active Class
Participation

LA: Discussion

Article I
TITLE, STATEMENT
OF POLICY, AND
DEFINITION OF
TERMS

Article II
BOARD OF
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING

To learn the creation,

composition, qualification,
term of office and
allowances of the Board
of Mechanical
Engineering

3rd Week

Reference Books

DQ: What are the

qualifications of the
& Members of the Board?

Capote, R. S.
Mandawe,
J.
A.;
(2007). Power Plant LA: Discussion
Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.

Topic
Article III
EXAMINATION,
REGISTRATION
AND LICENSE

Learning Outcome
To learn the categories,
application, and scope of
examination and the
process of licensure

Time Allotment

Learning Resources

4th Week
Reference Books
Continuation of 3rd
Capote, R. S.
week topic

&
Mandawe,
J.
A.;
(2007). Power Plant
Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.

Discussion Question
and Learning Activity

Assessment

Outcome/s

DQ: What are the

Qualifications of
Applicants for
Professional Mechanical
Engineer, Mechanical
Engineer, and Certified
Plant Mechanic?

Reporting
Quiz

Active Class
Participation
Marked Quiz
Papers

Minor Exam

Checked Exam

Reporting
Recitation

Active
classroom
participation

Reporting
Recitation

Active
classroom
participation

LA: Discussion
PRELIMS

Answer correctly all the

given questions in the
exam

Article IV
To learn the field of action
PRACTICE OF THE authorized for each
PROFESSION
category prohibition

Article V
PENAL AND
CONCLUDING
PROVISIONS

To learn the penalties,

rules and regulations, and
funding provisions of the
Act

5th Week

6th - 7th Week

Reference Books

DQ: What are the

practices not allowed for
& firms and corporations?

Capote, R. S.
Mandawe,
J.
A.;
(2007). Power Plant LA: Discussion
Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.
8th Week

Reference Books

DQ: What are the

penalties for any person
Capote, R. S. & who violates any of the
Mandawe,
J.
A.; provisions of this Act and
(2007). Power Plant its rules and regulations?

Engineering.
Publisher.

JAM
LA: Discussion

Topic
Resolution No. 16
Series of 1998
Rules and
Regulations
Implementing
Republic Act No.
8495

Learning Outcome

Time Allotment
9th Week

To define Resolution No.

16 Series of 1998

Learning Resources

Discussion Question
and Learning Activity

Reference Books

DQ: What is the

definition of mechanical
Capote, R. S. & processes, works,
Mandawe,
J.
A.; projects or plants?

Assessment

Outcome/s

Reporting
Quiz

Active Class
Participation
Marked Quiz
Papers

Major Exam

Checked Exam

(2007). Power Plant

Engineering.
JAM LA: Discussion
Publisher.

To learn the title,

statement of policy and
definition of terms of
Republic Act No. 8495

Rule I
TITLE, STATEMENT
To know the official seal
OF POLICY AND
of the board
DEFINITION OF
TERMS
Rule II
OFFICIAL SEAL OF
THE BOARD
MIDTERM

Answer correctly all the

given questions in the
exam

10th Week

Topic
Rule III
COMPOSITION,
QUALIFICATIONS,
TERMS OF OFFICE
AND MEETINGS OF
THE BOARD
Rule IV DUTIES
AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE
CHAIRMAN, THE
MEMBERS AND OF
THE BOARD

Rule V
LICENSURE
EXAMINATION FOR
THE PRACTICE OF
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING

Rule VI
REGISTRATION
AND ISSUANCE OF
CERTIFICATES OF
REGISTRATION
AND LICENSES

Learning Outcome
To learn the composition,
qualification, term of
office and meetings of the
Board

Time Allotment
11th Week

To know the process of

registration and issuance
of certificates and
licenses

Assessment

Outcome/s

DQ: What is the Term of

Office of the Members of
& the Board?

Reporting
Recitation

Active
classroom
participation

DQ: What are the

documents/papers that a
Capote, R. S. & PME applicant must
Mandawe,
J.
A.; submit in order to qualify
(2007). Power Plant for application?

Reporting
Recitation

Active Class
Participation

Reference Books

Discussion Question
and Learning Activity

Capote, R. S.
Mandawe,
J.
A.;
(2007). Power Plant LA: Discussion
Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.

To know the duties and

responsibilities of the
Chairman, the Members
and of the Board

To learn the process of

examination and
licensure for the practice
of mechanical
engineering

Learning Resources

12th Week

Reference Books

Engineering.
Publisher.

JAM
LA: Discussion

Topic

Learning Outcome

Time Allotment

Rule VII
ADMINISTRATIVE
PROCEEDINGS

To learn the
administrative
proceedings, grounds for
suspension or revocation
of certificates

13th Week

Rule VIII
REPORT ON THE
PERFORMANCE
OF THE
CANDIDATES OF
SCHOOLS,
COLLEGES AND
UNIVERSITIES IN
LICENSURE
EXAMINATIONS
SEMIFINALS

Reference Books

Discussion Question
and Learning Activity

Assessment

Outcome/s

DQ: What are the

grounds for suspension?

Reporting
Quiz

Active Class
Participation
Marked Quiz
Papers

Minor Exam

Checked Exam

Capote, R. S. &
Mandawe,
J.
A.;
LA: Discussion
(2007). Power Plant
Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.

To know the report of the

Board

Answer correctly all the

given questions in the
exam

Learning Resources

14th Week

Topic

Learning Outcome

Time Allotment

Rule IX SEAL AND

USE OF SEAL OF
PROFESSIONAL
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERS

To learn the seal of a

Professional Mechanical
Engineer and its use

15th Week

Rule X
REGISTRATION
WITH OR WITHOUT
EXAMINATION
AND/OR ISSUANCE
OF
SPECIAL/TEMPOR
ARY PERMITS TO
FOREIGN
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERS
Rule XI
PROHIBITIONS,
ENFORCEMENT
AND PENALTIES
Rule XII
INTEGRATION OF
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERS

To know all about

integration of PME, RME
and CPM

Discussion Question
and Learning Activity

Reference Books

DQ: How does the Seal

of a Professional
Capote, R. S. & Mechanical Engineer
Mandawe,
J.
A.; looks like?

Assessment

Outcome/s

Reporting
Recitation

Active class
participation

Reporting
Recitation

Active Class
Participation

(2007). Power Plant

Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.
LA: Discussion

To know the applicability

of guidelines promulgated
by the Commision

To know the prohibitions,

enforcement and
penalties

Learning Resources

16th Week

Reference Books

DQ: What are the

prohibitions in practicing
& mechanical engineering?

Capote, R. S.
Mandawe,
J.
A.;
(2007). Power Plant LA: Discussion
Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.

Topic

Learning Outcome

Time Allotment

Rule XIII
MISCELLANEOUS
PROVISIONS

To learn the Code of

Ethics and Professional
Standards

17th Week

Rule XIV
TRANSITORY
PROVISIONS

To know all about

transitory provisions

Learning Resources
Reference Books

Capote, R. S. &
Mandawe,
J.
A.;
(2007). Power Plant
Engineering.
JAM
Publisher.

To know the separability

Rule XV
and effectivity clause of
SEPARABILITY
the Act
AND EFFECTIVITY
CLAUSES
FINALS

Answer correctly all the

given questions in the
exam

Discussion Question
and Learning Activity

Assessment

Outcome/s

DQ: What are the

qualifications for faculty
members currently
teaching mechanical
engineering professional
subjects in universities,
colleges, institutes or
schools?

Reporting
Quiz

Active Class
Participation
Marked Quiz
Papers

Major Exam

Checked Exam

LA: Discussion

18th Week

GRADING SYSTEM: The final grade in this course is composed of the following items and their weights in the final grade computation. The UB
Grading System will be used as a guide for the computation of the final grade (please add rows as needed)
UB Grading System:
20% - Quizzes
20% - Preliminary Exam
40% - Midterm Exam
20% - Other Requirement
(Seatworks/Assignments/Exercises/Attendance)

20% - Quizzes
20% - Semifinals Exam
40% - Midterm Exam
20% - Other Requirement
(Seatwoks/Assignments/Exercises/Attendance)

Average Final Grade:

40% of First Half of the semesters grade + 60% of the Second Half of the semesters grade

Assessment Item

Grade Source (Score or Rubric Grade)

Percentage of Final Grade

LO1

Assignments/ Exercises

LO2

Participate in class discussion

LO3

Seat works/ Exercises

AA1

Quizzes

20%

AA2

Minor Exams

20%

AA3

Major Exams

40%

20%

Passing Grade: 75%

Passing Grade Conditions: The student must be able to submit all the requirements before given a passing grade.

Textbook
Power Plant Engineering by R.S.Capote & J.A.Mandawe

Reference Books

Capote, R. S. & Mandawe, J. A. (2007). Power Plant Engineering. JAM Publisher.

Duaso, C. G.; Capote, R. S. & Mandawe, J. A. (2009). Prime's Mechanical Engineering Pocket Reference Manual. JAM Publisher.

Prepared by:

Engr. James Karl S. Leynes, RME

Checked by:

Engr. Gilbert M. Mendoza

ME- Department Head

Approved by:

Dr. Henry I. Cabatay, REE

Dean College of Engineering

Dr. Editha Mission

OIC - Academic Affairs / AVP-ARAA