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SYLLABUS REVISION HISTORY

Course: GE 121 - GEODETIC SURVEYING

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Course Code: GE 121 Descriptive Title: GEODETIC SURVEYING
Revision No. 0 Pre-requisite(s): GE 110 - Physical Geodesy
Date Revised: February 11, 2021 Co-requisite(s): No. of Units: 4.00
Effectivity 2nd Semester, AY 2020-2021 Total Contact Hours: Lecture - 36 ; Laboratory - 108 Lec: 2 units
Schedule of Meetings Lab: 2 units

PART I: VISION, MISSION, GOALS, OBJECTIVES

University Vision University Mission

A globally engaged University excelling in science, engineering, and the arts. Caraga State University endeavors to produce globally competitive and socially responsible human capital
towards the sustainable and inclusive development of Caraga Region and beyond.

College Goals Program Educational Objectives

a. To produce globally-competitive graduates who are passers of licensure examinations and
manifesting high ethical standards with concern for the society and the environment;
b. To provide continuing education programs for competency enhancement of engineering and
allied professionals;
c. To establish mutually-beneficial linkages with local and international agencies and institutions
for collaborative works in instruction, research, innovation, extension, and technopreneurship
focused on regional and national priority areas for sustainable and inclusive development;
and
In three to five years after graduation, the BS Geodetic Engineering graduates:
a. must have advanced their practice in the field of surveying, digital mapping, Remote Sensing, spatial data
handling and management, and Geographic Information Systems;
b. must strive to be globally competitive through upholding the CSU mission values, pursuing continuing
education, and continuously advancing personal growth; and
c. must respond to the holistic demand for a geodetic engineer in protecting the environment, human life and
property, promoting socio-economic development, and in providing innovative systems for good governance
and community service.

d. To continually improve the delivery of services to ensure relevance and compliance to

standards and regulatory requirements.

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 Program Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)

Graduates of the BSGE Program must have the ability to:

a. Apply knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences, and engineering sciences to the practice of geodetic engineering;
b. Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and verify assumptions, as well as to organize, analyze and interpret data, draw valid conclusions, and develop mathematical models for processes;

c. Design, improve, innovate and to supervise systems or procedures to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, in accordance with standards;
d. Work effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams in diverse fields of practice;
e. Identify, formulate, and solve geodetic engineering problems;
f. Understand professional, social, and ethical responsibilities of the profession;
g. Communicate effectively, particularly in the English language, though oral, written, print, and other media;
h. Understand the effects and impact of the geodetic engineering profession on the environment and the society;
i. Engage in life-long learning and to keep current of the developments in a specific field of specialization;
j. Know contemporary issues, particularly those under the program;
k. Use the appropriate techniques, skills and tools necessary for the practice of geodetic engineering;
l. Know and understand engineering and management principles as a member and leader of a team, and manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment; and
m. Understand at least one focus area of geodetic engineering practice and apply such knowledge to provide solutions to actual problems.

Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs) Program Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)**
21st Century Skills*
After completion of the course, the student must be able to: a b c d e f g h i j k l m

1 Explain and apply the concepts related to geometric geodesy

and satellite positioning system as preparation to geodetic
control networks. C3, C4, C6 D E E D E D E E E D E D

2 Explain the principles governing and procedures involved in

the establishment of horizontal and vertical geodetic control
networks. C3, C4, C6 D E E E E D E E E E E D

3 Comply with the accepted standards of accuracy and

specifications for geodetic control network establishment and
operating geodetic control survey technology. C3, C4, C6 D D D D E D E E E D D D

4 Solve computational problems related to horizontal and vertical

control establishment that includes processing of raw data,
removal of systematic errors and adjustment and/ or C3, C4, C6 D D E E D E E D E D
distribution of random errors.

5 Apply knowledge and skills in geodesy needed for the

establishment and maintenance of a reference system both local
and international. C3, C4, C6 D D D E D E D E E E D D D

*C1: Character; C2: Citizenship; C3: Collaboration; C4: Communication; C5: Creativity; C6: Critical Thinking ** I – Introductory, E – Enabling, D – Demonstrative or as provided in CHED Memorandum Order (CMO).

PART II. COURSE DETAILS

Course Description:
The course includes discussions on the principles and methods of the establishment and densification of horizontal and vertical geodetic control networks; accuracy standards and specifications of
horizontal and vertical geodetic control networks. Laboratory exercises introduce the students to instruments and handling and practical surveying applications.

Course Schedule

Week Intended Learning Outcomes Topic Learning Activities/Resources Assignment and Summative Assessments
After the completion of the topic, the student must
be able to:

• Uphold the virtues and core values of the Orientation • Lecture • Quiz
University and the College a. Mission and Vision of the University and the • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
• Know the BSGE Program Education Objectives, College
class policies and grading system, and student b. Program Educational Objectives Resources:
code of conduct c. Class Policies and Grading System • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
d. Student Code of Conduct etc.)
e. Leveling of Expectations • Student Handbook

• Explain the relevance of general surveying Topic 1. Introduction to Geodetic Surveying and • Lecture • Quiz
concepts and principles in Geodetic Surveying. Geodetic Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
• Identify and explain Geodetic Surveying concepts Densification • Figure Illustration
and principles. Part A. Review of General Surveying Concepts and
Principles Resources:
• Classification of Surveys • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
• Types of Surveys etc.)
• Operations in Surveying • Textbooks
• Geodetic Surveying vs. Plane Surveying • Research Materials from Internet
• Handouts
1

Identify and explain geodesy concepts relevant to Topic 1. Introduction to Geodetic Surveying and • Lecture • Quiz
Geodetic Surveying. Geodetic Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
Densification • Figure Illustration
Part B. Geodetic Surveying Concepts and Principle
Resources:
• Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
etc.)
• Textbooks
• Research Materials from Internet
• Handouts

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 • Differentiate reference systems, reference frames, Topic 1. Introduction to Geodetic Surveying and • Lecture • Quiz
and geodetic datum, and explained their Geodetic Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
importance in Geodetic Surveying. Densification • Figure Illustration
• Identify different reference ellipsoids relevant in Part C. Review of Relevant Geodesy Concepts,
Geodetic Surveying. Reference Systems and Reference Frames, Geodetic Resources:
Datum, and Reference Ellipsoids • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
etc.)
• Textbooks
• Research Materials from Internet
• Handouts

2 Explain the overview of geodetic control Topic 1. Introduction to Geodetic Surveying and • Lecture • Quiz
establishment and densification, including the role Geodetic Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
of Geodetic Surveying. Densification • Figure Illustration
Part D. Overview of Control Surveys and Geodetic
Control Network (GCN) Establishment and Resources:
Densification • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
• Horizontal Control Surveys etc.)
• Vertical Control Surveys • Textbooks
• Combined Horizontal and Vertical Control • Research Materials from Internet
Surveys • Handouts

3 • Differentiate the different geodetic surveying Topic 2. Geodetic Surveying Methodologies for • Lecture • Quiz
methodologies for horizontal control network Horizontal Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
establishment. Densification • Figure Illustration
• Identify and explaine the procedures and
instruments for horizontal geodetic control Part A. Resources:
network establishment and densification using a. Traversing • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
traversing, triangulation, trilateration and GNSS- b. Triangulation etc.)
based methods. c. Trilateration • Textbooks
• Research Materials from Internet
• Handouts

4 • Identify and explaine the classification and Topic 2. Geodetic Surveying Methodologies for • Lecture • Quiz
standards of accuracy specifications for horizontal Horizontal Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
control surveys. Densification • Figure Illustration • Problem Set
• Performe computations and adjustment of • Problem Solving Technique
triangulation and trilateration networks. Part B.
• Explaine the importance of strength of figures d. Classification and Standards of Accuracy Resources:
and reduction of measurements to sea level in e. Specifications for Horizontal Control Survey • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
triangulation and trilateration. etc.)
• Performe strength of figure computations and • Textbooks
reduction to sea level computations. • Research Materials from Internet
• Solve problems on triangulation and • Handouts
trilateration.

5-6 • Performe triangulation survey in accordance Laboratory Exercise 1: Establishment of Horizontal • Laboratory Exercise Laboratory report
with the Standards of Accuracy Specifications for Control using Triangulation • Group Dynamics
Horizontal Control Surveys using surveying • Peer teaching
instruments. • Collaborative learning
• Establish Horizontal Control Triangulation
Resources:
• Transit/Theodolite and accessories
• Measuring Tape
• Engineer’s Field Notebook
• Range Pole

7-8 • Execute horizontal geodetic control network Laboratory Exercise 2: Establishment of Horizontal • Laboratory Exercise Laboratory report
establishment and densification surveys using Control using Trilateration • Group Dynamics
trilateration in accordance with the Standards of • Peer teaching
Accuracy Specifications for Horizontal Control • Collaborative learning
Surveys.
• Establish a Horizontal Control using Resources:
Trilateration • Transit/Theodolite and accessories
• Measuring Tape
• Engineer’s Field Notebook
• Range Pole

Week 9 - Midterm Examination

10 • Explain the concepts and principles of GNSS and Topic 2. Geodetic Surveying Methodologies for • Lecture • Quiz
its application in horizontal control network Horizontal Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
establishment and densification. Densification • Figure Illustration
• Identify and explain the procedures and
instruments for geodetic control network Part C. Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)- Resources:
establishment and densification using GNSS based Horizontal Control Network Establishment • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
methods in the Philippines. etc.)
• Textbooks
• Research Materials from Internet
• Handouts

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11 • Execute horizontal geodetic control network Topic 2. Geodetic Surveying Methodologies for • Lecture • Quiz
establishment and densification surveys using Horizontal Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
GNSS methods in accordance with the established Densification • Figure Illustration
procedures and Standards of Accuracy
Specifications for Horizontal Geodetic Control Part D. Survey Procedures for GNSS based Resources:
Surveys in the Philippines. Horizontal Geodetic Control Surveys in the • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
• Process and assess GNSS survey data for Philippines etc.)
horizontal geodetic control network establishment. • Textbooks
• Research Materials from Internet
• Handouts

12 • Apply the concepts and principles of GNSS and Laboratory Exercise 3: • Laboratory Exercise Laboratory report
its application through Static GNSS observation Static GNSS Data Processing • Group Dynamics
• Process the GNSS data through data processing • Peer teaching
software • Collaborative learning

Resources:
• Laptop/PC
• GNSS Data Processor (TBC Software)
• RINEX Converter (ToRiNEX4 Software)
• GNSS Data

13 • Execute ground control points establishment Laboratory Exercise 4: • Laboratory Exercise Laboratory report
through GNSS surveys in accordance with the Ground Control Point Establishment Using GNSS • Group Dynamics
Standards and Accuracy Specifications • Peer teaching
Established a Ground Control Point using GNSS • Collaborative learning
surveys
Resources:
• Laptop/PC
• GNSS receiver and accessories
• Engineer’s field notebook
• Field Data Sheet

14 • Explain the concepts and principles of geodetic Topic 3. Geodetic Surveying Methodologies for • Lecture • Quiz
leveling and its application in horizontal control Vertical Control Network Establishment and • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
network establishment and densification. Densification • Figure Illustration • Problem Set
• Identify and explain the • Problem Solving Technique
procedures and instruments for vertical geodetic a. Geodetic Leveling
control network establishment and densification b. Classification and Standards of Accuracy Resources:
using geodetic leveling. Specifications for Vertical Control Surveys • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
• Identify and explain the classification and etc.)
standards of accuracy specifications for vertical • Textbooks
control surveys. • Research Materials from Internet
• Perform computations and adjustments of • Handouts
geodetic leveling networks.
• Solve problems on geodetic leveling and
adjustments.
• Execute vertical geodetic control network
establishment and densification surveys using
geodetic leveling in accordance with the Standards
of Accuracy Specifications for Vertical Control
Surveys.

15 • Execute vertical geodetic control network Laboratory Exercise 5: Geodetic Leveling • Laboratory Exercise Laboratory report
establishment and densification surveys using • Group Dynamics
geodetic leveling in accordance with the Standards • Peer teaching
of Accuracy Specifications for Vertical Control • Collaborative learning
Surveys.
• Establish bench marks using Geodetic Leveling Resources:
• Automatic Level/Digital Level and accessories
• Engineer’s Field Notebook
• Range Poles

16 • Explain the importance of combined horizontal Topic 4. Combined Horizontal and Vertical • Lecture • Quiz
and vertical control network establishment and Control Network Establishment and Densification • Required Reading Assignment • Home-work/Assignment
densification. • Figure Illustration • Problem Set
• Identify and explained the • Problem Solving Technique
procedures and instruments for combined
horizontal and vertical geodetic control network Resources:
establishment and densification • Digital Devices (i.e, PC, Laptop, Smartphones,
• Perform computations and solved problems on etc.)
combined horizontal and vertical control network • Textbooks
establishment and densification. • Research Materials from Internet
• Handouts

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 17 • Execute combined horizontal and vertical Laboratory Exercise 6: Combined Horizontal and • Laboratory Exercise Laboratory report
geodetic control network establishment and Vertical network establishment • Group Dynamics
densification surveys using GNSS and geodetic • Peer teaching
leveling in accordance with the Standards of • Collaborative learning
Accuracy Specifications for Vertical Control
Surveys Resources:
• Digital Level and accessories.
• GNSS Receivers and Accessories
• GNSS Data Processing Software

Week 18 - Final Examination

Note: This schedule is subject to change as needed during the semester.

Course Materials:
• Textbooks and References:
° La Putt, J. P., 1990. Higher Surveying, 2nd Edition, Baguio Research & Publishing Center, Baguio City, Philippines.
° Anderson, J.M., Mikhail, E.M., 1998. Surveying Theory and Practice, 7th Edition, McGraw-Hill Inc., USA.
° Davis, R.E., Foote, F.S., Anderson, J.M., Mikhail, E.M., 1981. Surveying Theory and Practice, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill Inc., USA.
° Kearsley, A.H.W., 1984. Geodetic Surveying, Monograph No. 8, School of Surveying, The University of New South Wales, Australia.
° Besavilla Jr, V., 1981. Theory & Practice in Surveying for Geodetic Engineers.
DENR, 2007. Revised Regulations on Land Surveys, DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29. Available online at: https://server2.denr.gov.ph/uploads/rmdd/dao-2007-29_180.pdf
°

DENR, 2010. Adoption of the Manual on Land Survey Procedures, DENR Memorandum Circular No. 2010-13. Available online at: https://server2.denr.gov.ph/uploads/rmdd/dmc-2010-
° 13_111.pdf

DENR, 1998. Revised Manual of Land Surveying Regulations in the Philippines, DENR Administrative Order No. 98-12. Available online at:
° http://policy.denr.gov.ph/pol-1998/SrvyMnl.pdf

PART III. CLASS POLICIES AND EVALUATION DETAILS

Academic Integrity Dimension Evaluation (Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective with 6Cs Incorporated)
(Adapted from the Coursera Honor Code, https://learner.coursera.help/hc/en-us/articles/209818863-Coursera-Honor-Code)

Dimension Midterm Exam Final Exam 6Cs*

Knowledge
a. Each student in this course is expected to abide the standards of academic integrity. You are required 20% 20% C6
to commit to academic integrity to show respect for your own work and the work of your peers.
Comprehension 20% 20% C6
Application 30% 30% C3, C4, C6
b. Your answers to assignments, quizzes, laboratory exercise, exams and other grade course requirements Analysis 30% 30% C3, C4, C6
must be your own work (except for those requirements that explicitly permit collaboration).
Collaboration such as discussing assignments with peers is allowed as long as it is specified in a Total 100% 100%
particular teaching-learning activity with corresponding evaluation measures. *C1: Character; C2: Citizenship; C3: Collaboration; C4: Communication; C5: Creativity; C6: Critical Thinking

c. You may not share your answers or solutions to graded course requirements with anyone else unless The final grade corresponding to the student’s general average is given in the table below. Any deviation from this
explicitly permitted by the instructor. This includes anything written by you, as well as solutions grading system must be approved by the Dean.
provided in course materials.

d. Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Any student found to have participated in academic Criteria for Grading Transmutation Table
dishonesty will receive a “5.0” in the course, and maybe subject to further disciplinary action.

e. The Code of Conduct prohibits students from committing the following acts of academic dishonesty: In case of changes, you may refer to CSU code for approved Range of Percent Final Description
academic fraud, engaging in activities that will dishonestly improve your results or dishonestly improve criteria or ask your instructor. MPS*** Equivalent Grade
or damage the results of others, copying or allowing one’s work to be copied, fabrication/falsification,
sabotage of other’s work, and substitution (ex. Taking an exam for someone else), among others.
97 - 100 97 - 100 1.00 Passed
Lecture (50%) 93 - below 97 96 - 98 1.25 Passed
Note: If you have any doubts about what constitutes a violation of Academic Integrity, or any other issue related to Midterm Examination 15 89 - below 93 93 - 95 1.50 Passed
academic integrity, please ask your instructor.
Final Examination 15 85 - below 89 90 - 92 1.75 Passed
Quizzes 15 80 - below 85 97 - 89 2.00 Passed
Circulating or Selling Class Materials Fora, Workshops and Assignments 5 75 - below 80 84 - 86 2.25 Passed
Unless otherwise stated, all course materials and related resources are copyrighted by the instructor or
their respective authors as indicated in the materials. You are not allowed to circulate or sell any of these Sub-total: 50 70 - below 75 81 - 83 2.50 Passed
materials or resources. Please report any violations to your instructor. Laboratory (50%) 65 - below 70 78 - 80 2.75 Passed
Laboratory Exercises 20 60 - below 65 75 - 77 3.00 Passed
Problem Sets 15 55 - below 60 below 75 4.00 Conditional****
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities (SWD) Laboratory Quizzes and Practical Exams 15 Below 55 5.00 Failing
Students with Disabilities: Your access in this course is important. Please submit your SWD/PWD Sub-total: 50 INC Incomplete*****
certificate early in the semester so that we have adequate time to arrange your approved academic
accommodations. If you need immediate accommodation for equal access, please inform your TOTAL: 100 DRP Dropped
instructor. (General Weighted Average or MPS***) *** MPS = Mean Percent Score

Formative & Summative Assessments

Your performance in this course will be assessed based on the following evaluation measures:

a. Weekly Reading Assignments/Homework

Reading assignments will be given to you on a weekly basis. This will help you keep up with the course materials. It also makes class activities and discussions more productive and engaging if you are prepared.

b. Fora and Workshops

Discussion forums will be set-up to allow you to easily give feedback during or after the delivery of a topic/sub-topic. Graded discussion forums will include a question that each student must answer. You must first post
your answer to the question before being able to see the answer of your classmates. You classmates might find it helpful to read your answer, and it might be helpful for you to read the answers of your classmates.
Workshops, on the other hand, is a student-centered activity where you are to submit your own work about a topic or question, and then receive a number of submissions from other students which you must assess
anonymously according to the teacher's specifications.

c. Assignments
Assignments will be given for each topic. It may consist of essays summarizing what you have learned about a topic/sub-topic, or a discussion about a particular subject covered in the topic. It may also be in the form of
reports or term papers.

d. Quizzes
Short quizzes will be given at the end of each topic or sub-topic. It may also be given right after the completion of a reading assignment. Long quizzes will be given to cover two or more topics. These quizzes will provide
you opportunities to show what you have learned, and to learn what you can improve. They will also give you feedback on your learning progress by identifying areas where you may need more help

e. Problems Sets
Problems sets will also be given for you to practice solving computational problems covered by the course.

f. Laboratory Exercises
Laboratory exercises are an important part of this course. This will allow you to experience the practical applications of the theories or concepts that you have learned.

g. Laboratory Quizzes
Laboratory quizzes aims to assess what you have learned after conducting a laboratory exercise. It may include questions on specific steps or procedures that were implemented in the exercise.

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 h. Practical Exams
Practical exams aims assess the knowledge you gained after conducting a laboratory exercise. This type of exam may require you to show how a step or procedure is to be implemented using a different dataset, how a
particular output or product is generated, or what will be the result if a particular step or procedure is to be implemented, among others.

i. Major Exams
There will be two major exams for this course. The Midterm Exam’s coverage includes topics discussed from Week 1 to 8. The Final Exam is comprehensive, and covers all the course topics.

Grading Practices and Policies

a. All graded course requirements have corresponding submission or compliance deadlines. Students shall ensure that these deadlines are strictly followed.
Only submissions/compliance within the deadline will be graded. Opportunity for submission/compliance beyond the deadline will be given to students with valid reasons. Please inform your instructor if this is the
b. case.
Short quizzes that are given after each topic/sub-topic can be attempted by the student only once. In some instances, the Instructor may allow the student to have multiple attempts. A score of 60% or higher must be
c. obtained in order to pass the short quiz. For multiple attempts, only the highest score will be recorded.
Specific policy on laboratory exercises: Conduct of laboratory exercises is not optional. All students must perform this activity, and must submit the corresponding outputs/reports/worksheets. Only
d. submissions within the deadline will be graded. Late submissions will be accepted for course compliance purposes, but marked as zero (0).

e. For graded workshops, a common rubric will be utilized during peer assessment to ensure fairness.
f. For reports, term papers, essays and the like, a rubric will be utilized during grading.
Students may request to take make-up exams or quizzes by sending a formal request (please indicate date in the request) via e-mail to the Instructor. Proof or evidence (e.g., scanned or photo of medical certificate)
g. indicating the reason of missing the exam or quiz should be included in the request.

h. Students may request re-grading of any course requirement by sending a formal request via e-mail to the Instructor. (Please indicate date in the request).
***** An “INC” is given only to a student whose class standing throughout the semester is passing but:
i. fails to take major examination due to a valid reason; or
ii. fails to complete all requirements for the course due to a valid reason; or
i iii. fails to conduct any of the laboratory exercises and submit the corresponding outputs/reports/worksheets.

Removal of the deficiency must be done within the prescribed time by passing an examination or meeting all the require­ments for the course, after which the student shall be given a final grade based on his/her over­
all performance.
**** A student whose final MPS falls at 55.00 to below 60.00 shall be subject to instructor’s evaluation. A removal examination may or may not be given. Passing the removal examination will give the student a final
j grade of 3.00. Failing it will mean a final grade of 5.0. The result shall not be used to improve the final MPS of the student.
k All provisions of the CSU Student Handbook on class policies shall apply.

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

ENGR. MERIAM MAKINANO-SANTILLAN ENGR. JOJENE R. SANTILLAN ENGR. MERIAM MAKINANO-SANTILLAN

Faculty, Department of Geodetic Engineering Chairperson, Department of Geodetic Engineering Dean, College of Engineering and Geosciences

Date Signed: Date Signed: Date Signed:

-----DO NOT INCLUDE IN PRINTING THIS PART TO BELOW ----

***** The grade of  INC. is given if a student, whose class standing throughout the semester is
Passing, fails to take the final ex­amination or fails to complete other require­ments for the course, due
INC to illness or other valid reasons. In case the class standing is not passing and the student fails to take
the final examination for any reason, a grade of 5.00 is given. Removal of the deficiency must be
done within the prescribed time by passing an examination or meeting all the require­ments for the
course, after which the student shall be given a final grade based on his/her over­all performance.

**** A grade of 4.00 means conditional failure. It may be made up for by successful repetition of the
course, or by passing a reexamination. If the student passes the reexamination, he/she is given a
grade of 3.00, but if he/she fails, a 5.00. Only one reexamination is allowed which must be taken
within one academic year from the semester when the grade of 4.00 was incurred. If a student does
Conditional not remove the grade of 4.00 within the prescribed time, he/she may earn credit for the course only
by repeating and passing it. A grade of 4.00 given for the first semester work of a two-semester
course shall be converted to a grade of 3.00 if the student passes the second semester part of the
same course in the same academic year; if he/she fails, the grade of 4.00 which he/she received for
the first semester work shall be converted to a grade of 5.00.

Additional Notes :
1 Percent distribution of Lecture and Lab is proportionate to the number of units

Example:
Course A = 4 units (3 units Lec; 1 unit Lab)
Lec = 75%
Lab = 25%

Course B = 3 units (2 units Lec; 1 unit Lab)

Lec = 70%
Lab = 30%

Course C = 4 units ( 2 units Lec; 2 units Lab)

Lec = 50%
Lab = 50%

Course D = 3 units ( 3 units Lec)

Lec = 100%

2 Topics should be distributed (and inputted) per week

3 Delete Formative and Summative Assessments that are not applicable. Example
items related to laboratory exercises (items e, f, g, h). Formative and Summative
Assessments should be consistent with what is declared under Course Schedule
(last column).

4 Under Grading Practices and Policies, delete items that are not applicable to the
handled course. Example item d and e.

Transmutation Table
Use the transmutation table that you used (and was
5 approved) during the 2nd Sem of AY 2019-2020.

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Document
Control No: F-EDU-SOCIO-001
Course Code: SOCIO 115 Descriptive Title: Seminar in Sociology
Revision No. 0 Pre-requisite(s): All major subjects
Date Revised: May 11, 2021 Co-requisite(s): No. of Units: 3.00
Effectivity 2nd Semester, AY 2021-2022 Total Contact Hours: Lecture - 53 ; Laboratory - 0 Lec: 3units
Schedule of Meetings Lab: 0 unit
Face-to-Face: Online:

PART I: VISION, MISSION, GOALS, OBJECTIVES

University Vision University Mission

A globally engaged University excelling in science, engineering, and the arts. Caraga State University endeavors to produce globally competitive and socially responsible human capital
towards the sustainable and inclusive development of Caraga Region and beyond.

College Goals Program Educational Objectives

a. 1. Provide knowledge and skills that promote an interdisciplinary understanding of human The graduates have the ability to:
society and natural world. 1.Common to All Programs in All Types of School
a. Engage in lifelong learning and understanding of the
b. 2.Cultivate academic excellence, collaboration, innovative active inquiry methods that engage, need to keep abreast of the developments in the specific filed of practice.
motivate, and inspire students to think critically, feel deeply, communicate effectively and act
responsibly to meet the challenges of an increasingly complex, technological, diverse world.

b. Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino.

c. 3. Engage students with relevant research and extension activities that will enable them to
contribute to the developmental efforts of the region and the country as whole; and c. Work effectively and independently in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams.

d. 4.Produce students who are better citizens in a multicultural world through their knowledge
of cultural differences and of the history of fundamental cultural changes, imbued with good d. A recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility.
moral and ethical values.

e. An appreciation of “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA 7722)

2. Common to Social Sciences and Communication
a. understand and apply social science concepts and theories to analysis of social issues.
b. design and execute social research using appropriate approaches and methods; and,
c. practice professional and ethical standards in the fields of social sciences and communication

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 Program Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)

Graduates of the AB Sociology Program must have the ability to:

a. Explain and apply sociological concepts and theories.
b. Apply research skills in designing, implementing, and assessing social programs and projects in academic, government, corporate, development and other settings.
c. Analyze and address social problems and issues.
d. Communicate ideas effectively in relevant settings; and
e. Practice professional and ethical standards of sociology and the social sciences.

Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs) Program Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)**
21st Century Skills*
After completion of the course, the student must be able to: a b c d e

1 1. Enable the students to gain knowledge, skills and appropriate

attitudes on topics and issues that concerns related to Sociology.
C3, C5, C6 L,P O L,O P,O L,P,O

2 2. Develop soft skills in organizing and conducting a

seminar/workshop; C1, C3, C4, C5, C6 L,P,O L,P,O O L,P L,P

3 3. Form arguments from assigned readings or seminar attended

and support them with facts; and C1, C3, C4, C5, C6 L,P,O O O P,O P,O

4 4. Demonstrate social awareness and responsibility in analyzing

the effectiveness and relevance of Sociology to the problems in C1, C3, C4, C5, C6
the society. L,P O P,O L,P,O L,P,O

*C1: Character; C2: Citizenship; C3: Collaboration; C4: Communication; C5: Creativity; C6: Critical Thinking **(L) Learned, (P) Practiced, (O) Opportunities

PART II. COURSE DETAILS

Course Description:
The course aims to engage students with diverse presentation and topical discussion for academic conversation. With these conversations, it intends to explore different ways to engage
socioligacally with social issues that matters to us. Thus, it will include readings, conducting and attendance to seminar series, maintaining a journal, forum discussions focusing on problems,
issues, and trends related to the field of Sociology. The course will also be an avenue for the students to present their thesis results. For this semester, the following are the proposed topics: Special
topics in health and society, Special topics in religion, Special topics in culture and cities, Special topics in social change and gender relations
Special topics in population and demography, Special topics in politics, and Speacial topics in climate change and disaster vulnerabilities.

Course Schedule

Week Intended Learning Outcomes Topic Learning Activities/Resources Assignment and Summative Assessments
After the completion of the topic, the student must
be able to:

At the end of the session, the students must have: University VMG Orientation  Course Syllabus PDF Online Discussion Forum
1. articulated the course purpose, objectives, and Course Orientation  Recorded Lecture
requirements;  Syllabus Presentation
2. discussed the assignments, and the evaluation;  House Rules
1 3. Familiarized the LMS  Grading System
 Requirements
 Performance Tasks

At the end of the session, the students must have: Course Syllabus and  Online lecture
1. organized their teams for the conduct of Introduction to Special Topics  Writing Assignments
seminar;  Reading assignments
2. learned how to write a concept paper and  Internet Research
2-3 activity design;

4-7 At the end of the session, the students must have: At the end of the session, the students will have:  Online lecture Seminar concept Paper
1. Conducted seminars 1-2. 1. participated in all activities;  Writing Assignments Seminar Proceedings
2. organized and facilitated a seminar  Reading assignments Peer Review Feedback
3. exhibit the behavior of a positive group member  Internet Research Journal
when working cooperatively.

8-11 At the end of the session, the students must have: At the end of the session, the students will have:  Reading assignments Seminar concept Paper
1. Conducted seminars 3-4. 1. participated in all activities;  Internet Research Seminar Proceedings
2. organized and facilitated a seminar  Research Topic hearing Peer Review Feedback
3. exhibit the behavior of a positive group member Journal
when working cooperatively.
12-16 At the end of the session, the students must have: At the end of the session, the students will have:  Online lecture/Recorded Lecture Seminar concept Paper
1. Conducted seminars 5-6. 1. participated in all activities;  Writing Assignments Seminar Proceedings
2. organized and facilitated a seminar  Reading assignment Peer Review Feedback
3. exhibit the behavior of a positive group member  Internet Research Journal
when working cooperatively.

17-19 At the end of the session, the students must have: At the end of the session, the students will have:  Online Lecture/Recorded Lecture Seminar concept Paper
1. Conducted seminars 7-8. 1. participated in all activities;  Writing Assignments Seminar Proceedings
2. organized and facilitated a seminar  Reading assignment Peer Review Feedback
3. exhibit the behavior of a positive group member Journal
when working cooperatively.

Note: This schedule is subject to change as needed during the semester. Online lectures may be in the form of web meeting with screen casting/screen sharing capabilities (via Google Meet/Zoom/WebEx).

Course Materials:
° A primer on Communication and Media Research. Version 1. (18 January 2021). UP CMC Department of Communication Research
° Creswel, John W. & Creswel, David (2018). Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches. 5th Edition. USA: SAGE Publications Inc.
° Creswel, John W. (2014) Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative and Mixed Method Design. 4th Ed. USA: SAGE Publications Inc.
° Gravetter, Frederick J. & Forzano, Lori-Ann B. (2014). Understanding Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences. Philippines: Cengage Learning Asia Pte Ltd.
° Kendall, Simon (2015). How to Write a Research Paper. 1st ed. Bookboon.com
° Kultar, Sigh (2007). Quantitative Social Research. California: SAGE Publications, Inc.
° Miles, Matthew B., Huberman, A. Michael, & Saldaña, Johnny. (2014). Qualitative data analysis: a methods sourcebook. 3rd Edition. USA: SAGE Publications, Inc
Muij, Daniel (2004) Doing Quantitative Research in Education with SPSS. California: SAGE Publications, Inc.
Patton, Michael Quinn (2015). Qualitative research & evaluation methods: integrating theory and practice. 4th edition. USA: SAGE Publications, Inc.
Portus, L., Barrios, E., Conaco, M.C., & Go, S. (2018). Doing Social Science Research: A Guidebook. Quezon City: Philippine Social Science Council
Stewart, David W. & Shamdasani, Prem N. (2015) Focus Groups: Theory and Practice. 3rd Edition. USA: SAGE Publications Ltd.
Vanderstoep, Scott & Johnston, Deirdre (2009) Research Method for Everyday Life: Blending Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass

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 Students are also expected to utilize scholarly articles/journals in this class. You are encouraged to refer the university library as they provide online resources in the new normal for
your information and research needs. Just visit https://facebook.com/carsulibrary

PART III. CLASS POLICIES AND EVALUATION DETAILS

Course Management and Class Policies Dimension Evaluation (Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective with 6Cs Incorporated)
(See the CSU Student Handbook for details)
1) First and foremost: communicate. If anything occurs that might affect your ability to participate Dimension Midterm Exam Final Exam 6Cs*
or do the work for the class, please let me know. I have had many students who have felt
overwhelmed yet waited too long to speak to me (or did not communicate at all) about the
situation: if I know that you are facing challenges, I can work with you or help you find assistance
so that you can successfully manage the course. You can chat your concerns at ___ and/or email me
at cbmiranda@carsu.edu.ph

a. This course will be delivered online via the University’s Online Learning Management System Knowledge 10% 10% C1, C3, C5
(LMS) at http://masaolms.carsu.edu.ph/. Only students officially enrolled in this course shall be Comprehension 30% 30% C6
given access to the course’ LMS page. Students may need to manually request to be added as course
participants by clicking the corresponding link in the LMS website. Please ask your instructor for Application 20% 20% C5, C6
assistance. Analysis 40% 40% C3, C4, C6
Total 100% 100%
b. Students are required to participate in online course activities on a weekly basis. Course activities *C1: Character; C2: Citizenship; C3: Collaboration; C4: Communication; C5: Creativity; C6: Critical Thinking
will be delivered sequentially in accordance with this syllabus. Students shall participate in course
activities by clicking the corresponding links to the teaching-learning activities (TLAs) and graded
course requirements in the course’ LMS webpage. The TLAs may consist of pre-recorded lecture The final grade corresponding to the student’s general average is given in the table below. Any deviation from this
videos, online lecture via live-streaming, reading assignments, demonstrative lectures, audio-video grading system must be approved by the Dean.
presentation, online forum, and online workshops.
Grading System Transmutation Table

c. Any TLA or graded course requirement shall be completed or complied on or before a date and In case of changes, you may refer to CSU code for approved Range of Percent Final Description
time specified by the instructor before proceeding to the next TLA or graded course requirement. criteria or ask your instructor. MPS**** Equival Grade
ent

Academic Integrity Seminar concept paper 50 85 - below 89 90 - 92 1.75 Passed

(Adapted from the Coursera Honor Code, https://learner.coursera.help/hc/en-us/articles/209818863-Coursera-Honor-Code) Seminar Proceedings 25 80 - below 85 97 - 89 2.00 Passed
Peer Review Feedback 15 75 - below 80 84 - 86 2.25 Passed
a. Each student in this course is expected to abide academic integrity. Any work submitted by a Journal 10 70 - below 75 81 - 83 2.50 Passed
student in this course for academic credit will be the student's own work. 100 65 - below 70 78 - 80 2.75 Passed
60 - below 65 75 - 77 3.00 Passed
b. Collaboration is allowed or discussing assignments with peers is specified in a particular 55 - below 60 below 75 4.00 Conditional©
learning activity with corresponding evaluation measure. Note: If you have any doubts about what
constitutes a violation of Academic Integrity, or any other issue related to academic integrity, please Below 55 5.00 Failing
ask your instructor. INC Incomplete©©
DRP Dropped
**** MPS = Mean Percent Score
Make -up Work: 1) All assignments must be turned in on time or five (5) points will be deducted for each day late. Make-up exams will only be given in extreme circumstances. You must have a valid reason and evidence
for the absence (e.g., Physician’s note or obituary notice). If you need to make-up an exam, you are responsible for arranging to take the make-up within 48 hours of the missed exam. Late delivery of papers will result in
points being deducted, unless you have a very good excuse. If delays are anticipated, let me know well in advance—not after the work is already late.

Reading and Writing 1) Like any Sociology major, this course will require a fair amount of reading (articles, book assignments, other related literatures) and writing (dialectical journal, reflections, film reviews, research
outlines, scenario analysis, debriefing report). Writing is an essential means of communicating and establishing ideas, and the ability to write clearly and convincingly will serve you well no matter the career path you may
take.

Note: If you have any doubts about what constitutes a violation of Academic Integrity, or any other issue related to academic integrity, please ask your instructor.

Circulating or Selling Class Materials

Unless otherwise stated, all course materials and related resources are copyrighted by the instructor or their respective authors as indicated in the materials. You are not allowed to circulate or sell any of these materials or
resources. Please report any violations to your instructor.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities (SWD)

Students with Disabilities: Your access in this course is important. Please submit your SWD/PWD certificate early in the semester so that we have adequate time to arrange your approved academic accommodations. If you
need immediate accommodation for equal access, please inform your instructor.

Attendance and Absences

1) The course is an experiment in distance and self-paced learning. You are responsible for reading the books, chapters, articles and films and keeping meticulous notes. Attendance and participation will be judged by
positive indications that you are reading the material, reflecting on the texts, and conveying your insights to the class through the online discussion forum.

Formative & Summative Assessment

Peer feedback form. This feedback form serves as an assessment for the conducted seminar.
Seminar concept Paper. Organizing team will be required to draft a concept paper of their assigned special topic.
Seminar Proceedings. After each seminar, the organizing team are expected to submit a report.
Journal. Students will be required to keep a journal in which you record your sociological observations, ideas, and experiences related to conducted seminar. Personal and critical
reflections are encouraged
Note: More detailed prompts for all assignments/requirements will be distributed throughout the semester.

Note: More detailed prompts for all assignments will be distributed throughout the semester.

Online Quiz, Unit Test and Major Exams

1) There are six scheduled short quizzes/tests, including the two major exams, covering limited areas of the course content. I reserve the right to add or subtract from this number depending on the flow of the class. (You
will receive a more detailed explanation of this assignment in the LMS)

Syllabus Revisions
This syllabus is a general plan; it may be necessary for me to amend any part of the syllabus as we proceed through the course. Announcements will generally be made in the LMS site, so you should be sure to attend each
class, and to check the course website often.

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

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CONNIE FERN B. MIRANDA, MA CONNIE FERN B. MIRANDA, MA RUTH E. SANCHEZ, MA
Faculty, Department of Sociology Chairperson, Department of Sociology Dean, College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Date Signed: May 11, 2021 Date Signed: May 11, 2021 Date Signed:

-----DO NOT INCLUDE IN PRINTING THIS PART TO BELOW ----

***** The grade of  INC. is given if a student, whose class standing throughout the semester is
Passing, fails to take the final ex­amination or fails to complete other require­ments for the course, due
INC to illness or other valid reasons. In case the class standing is not passing and the student fails to take
the final examination for any reason, a grade of 5.00 is given. Removal of the deficiency must be
done within the prescribed time by passing an examination or meeting all the require­ments for the
course, after which the student shall be given a final grade based on his/her over­all performance.

**** A grade of 4.00 means conditional failure. It may be made up for by successful repetition of the
course, or by passing a reexamination. If the student passes the reexamination, he/she is given a
grade of 3.00, but if he/she fails, a 5.00. Only one reexamination is allowed which must be taken
within one academic year from the semester when the grade of 4.00 was incurred. If a student does
Conditional not remove the grade of 4.00 within the prescribed time, he/she may earn credit for the course only
by repeating and passing it. A grade of 4.00 given for the first semester work of a two-semester
course shall be converted to a grade of 3.00 if the student passes the second semester part of the
same course in the same academic year; if he/she fails, the grade of 4.00 which he/she received for
the first semester work shall be converted to a grade of 5.00.

Additional Notes :
1 Percent distribution of Lecture and Lab is proportionate to the number of units

Example:
Course A = 4 units (3 units Lec; 1 unit Lab)
Lec = 75%
Lab = 25%

Course B = 3 units (2 units Lec; 1 unit Lab)

Lec = 70%
Lab = 30%

Course C = 4 units ( 2 units Lec; 2 units Lab)

Lec = 50%
Lab = 50%

Course D = 3 units ( 3 units Lec)

Lec = 100%

2 Topics should be distributed (and inputted) per week

3 Delete Formative and Summative Assessments that are not applicable. Example
items related to laboratory exercises (items e, f, g, h). Formative and Summative
Assessments should be consistent with what is declared under Course Schedule
(last column).

4 Under Grading Practices and Policies, delete items that are not applicable to the
handled course. Example item d and e.

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