ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF INSTALLING UNDERGROUND

ELECTRIC LINES IN BULAN, SORSOGON

A Research Paper Presented

to the Faculty of St. Louise de Marillac

School of Bulan, Inc.

In Partial Fulfillment of the

Requirements for the subject

Research in Daily Life 1 & 2

By:

Mary Faith G. Cantoria

Jannike G, Condelosano

Ramen T. Pacudan, Jr.

Phil Brynt T. Prieto

January 2020
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1

Introduction ……………………………………………………………………..……1

 Background of the study ………………………………………………….1-2

 Statement of the Problem ……………………………………………..…2-3

 Scope and Delimitation ………………………………………………..….…3

 Significance of the Study ……………………………………………………4

 Reference………………………………………………………………………..5

CHAPTER 2

Review of Related Literature and Studies ……………………………………......6

 Review of Related Literature ……………………………………………….6

 Review of Related Studies ………………………………………….……7-8

 Synthesis of the Art ……………………………………………………….…8

 Definition of Terms ……………………………………………………..…8-9

 References …………………………………………………………….………10

CHAPTER 3

Research Design and Methodology…………………………………………………11

 Research Method ………………………………………………………11-12

 Quantitative Research ……………………………………………………...12

 Qualitative Research ………………………………………..…………12-13

  References ………………………………………………….…………………14

CHAPTER 4

Advantages and Disadvantages of Installing

Underground Electric Lines in Bulan, Sorsogon ………………………………..15

 Profile of the Respondents …………………………………………….16-17

 What is the Advantages and Disadvantages of

Installing Underground Electric Lines in Bulan, Sorosogon? ……...18-20

 Does the respondents agree with this plan or not? ...…………………….21

 Does this project deserves to be prioritized despite of

other problems of our community? ……………………………………….22

 Does the respondents think its helpful for all the Bulanenos

to have this kind of electric lines? ………………………………………..23

CHAPTER 5

Summary ……………………………………………………………………………24

Findings …………………………………………………………………………24-28

Conclusion ………………………………………………………………..….…28-29

Recommendation …………………………………………………………………..29
 Acknowledgement

In the present world of competition there is a race of existence in which

those are having will to come forward succeed. Research is like a bridge

between theoretical and practical working. With this willing we made this kind of

research. First of all, we would like to thank the supreme power Our Almighty

God who is obviously the one who has always guided our group to work on the

right path. Without His grace this research paper could not become a reality.

Next to Him is our parents and guardians, whom we greatly indebted for us

brought up with love and encouragement to this kind of things. We would like to

thank those people (family, friends, and classmates) who gave us motivation and

strength to finish this research paper. We are also oblige in taking the opportunity

to sincerely thank our Research 1 & 2 teachers, Mr. Ian Balbalosa and Ms. Cindy

Pequeno, for teaching us the things we need to learn in making research paper,

for giving us motivation and giving us courage that we can finish this and thank

you for guiding us this whole semester. We would also like to grab the

opportunity to thank our school St. Louise de Marillac School of Bulan , Sr. Elisa

B. Barranco, DC. for letting us interview some of the faculty and students. We

have no valuable words to express how grateful we are, but our heart are still full

of the favors received from every person.

 Abstract

Title: Advantages and Disadvantages of Installing Underground Electric Lines

Bulan, Sorsogon

Authors: Mary Faith G. Cantoria, Jannike G. Condelosano, Ramen T. Pacudan

Jr., Phil Brynt T. Prieto

Type of Document: Unpublished Research

File Location: Saint Louise de Marillac School of Bulan, Inc.

Summary:

The purpose of the study is to let the people know about the advantages

and disadvantages of installing underground electric lines in Bulan, Sorsogon in

order to hasten the progress or development of the research and also the

researchers’ knowledge. The objective of installing underground electric lines is

to secure the safeness of the community which is Bulan, Sorsogon from harm

especially the electricians that fix or repair the damages brought by some

phenomena. Furthermore, the advantages and disadvantages of this research

improves and strengthens the proposed study. Therefore, the researchers made

a study about underground electric lines that solely focuses on advantages and

disadvantages of the research. The respondents is composed of some SORECO

I officials, school personnel, students, municipal officials and random Bulanenos.

This research aims to answer the study’s statement of the problem, which are the

following questions below:

 What is the profile of the respondents in terms of :

1.1 Age

1.2 Educational Attainment

1.3 Occupation

 What are the differences between Underground Lines and Overhead

Lines in terms of :

1.1 Construction

1.2 Installation

1.3 Public Safety

1.4 Environmental Impact

1.5 Land Use

1.6 Life Expectancy

 What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Installing Underground

Electric Lines in Bulan, Sorsogon?

 Appendices

A. Letter of Authorization

October 25, 2019

Mrs. Ruby G. Gerolia

District Officer

SORECO I

Greetings of peace!

The Group 2 of Grade 12- BGN students of Saint Louise De Marillac School of Bulan is writing this

letter to respectfully request your permission to conduct the interview for the thesis entitled, " The

Advantages and Disadvantages of Installing Underground Electric Wires in Bulan, Sorsogon. The interview

is for the requirements in the subjects Research in Daily Life I and II. The interview will include the

participation of 2 officials of SORECO I. It will be conducted on:

October 26, 2019

4:00 - 5:00 pm

Sincerely,

____________________

Mary Faith G. Cantoria

(Group Leader)

Noted By: Approved by:

____________________ ______________________

Ms. Cindy Pequeno Sr. Ma. Elisa B. Barranco D.C

(Adviser in Research in Daily Life II)

____________________

Mr. Ian Balbalosa

(Adviser in Research in Daily Life I)

 B. QUESTIONAIRE

TABLE 1. This table presents the profile of the respondents and was tabolated and

computed according to the following: classification, age, educational attainment and

occupation.

A. PROFILE OF THE RESPONDENTS

TABLE 2. This table presents the Advantages and Disadvantages of Installing Electric

Lines in Bulan, Sorsogon and also included the differences between underground and

overhead electric lines.

B. What is the Advantages and Disadvantages of Installing Underground Electric

Lines in Bulan, Sorosogon?

TABLE 3: This table presents the opinion of the respondents, if the respondents agreed

or not in installing eletric lines underground.

C. Does the respondents agree with this plan or not?

TABLE 4: This table presents the opinion of the respondents, if the respondents think

this project deserves to be prioritized despite of other problems of our community.

D. Does this project deserves to be prioritized despite of other problems of our

community?

TABLE 5: This table present the answers of the respondents, if underground electric

lines helpful for the Bulanenos to have this kind of electric lines.

E: Does the respondents think its helpful for all the Bulanenos to have this kind of

electric lines?
C. PICTURES
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Ibid.
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