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CAPIZ STATE UNIVERSITY

VISION : Center of Academic Excellence Delivering Quality Service to All.

MISSION : Capiz State University is committed to:

a) Provide advanced knowledge and innovation;
b) Develop skills, talents and values;
c) Undertake relevant research, development and extension services;
d) Promote entrepreneurship and environmental consciousness; and
e) Enhance industry collaboration and linkages with partner agencies.

GOALS : Globally competitive graduates

Institutionalized research culture
Responsive and sustainable extension services
Maximized profit of viable agro-industrial business ventures
Effective and efficient administration

INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES:

A CapSU graduate is knowledgeable, innovator, researcher, master of change, a leader entrepreneur,
environmentalist, and effective collaborator in their respective fields of discipline.

Program Educational Objectives Mission Component

3 – 5 years after graduation the graduates of Civil Engineering will: a b c d e
1. Be professionally stable and employed in the field of Civil Engineering and other related field.   
2. Be competent in professional practice with innovations and technologies, and engaged in community services and continuing
development program.     
3. Imbued with core values of the institution and uphold the ethical standards in the practice of Civil Engineering profession.   

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Course Syllabus in CE 323 CE Laws, Contracts, Specifications and Ethics

Second Semester Academic Year 2021-2022

I. Course Code : CE 323

Course Title : CE Laws, Contracts, Specifications and Ethics
Credit Units : 3 units (3 hours lecture per week)
Prerequisites: None

Course Description: : It deals on the principles and fundamentals of the laws on obligations, contract and professional ethics that
are applicable to the civil engineering profession. It is designed to prepare civil engineering students for professional practice. This
Includes the study of code of ethics, legal procedure in the practice of civil engineering in the Philippines, ethical relations of an
engineer with fellow professionals, clients, and general public. It also includes elements of contracts, obligations, Civil Engineering
Law (R.A. 544) National Building Code, Labor Laws, E-procurement Law, and the Manual Practice for Civil Engineers.
 II. Program Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives

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Program Outcomes (POS) Program Educational

By the time of graduation, the students of the BSCE program shall have the ability to: Objectives
1 2 3
a. Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex Civil Engineering problems;  
b. Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;  
c. Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, in accordance with  
standards;
d. Function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams; 
e. Identify, formulate, and solve complex Civil Engineering problems;  
f. Understand professional and ethical responsibility; 
g. Communicate effectively in Civil Engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large;  

h. Understand the impact of Civil Engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context; 

i. Recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning;  

 j. Know contemporary issues; 
k. Use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for Civil Engineering practice;  
l. Know and understand engineering and management principles as a member and leader of a team in a  
multidisciplinary environment;
m. Understand at least one specialized field of Civil Engineering practice.   

III. Relationship of Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Learning Outcomes PROGRAM OUTCOMES

At the end of the course, the student shall be able to: a b c d e f g h i j k l m
CLO 1. Explain the Civil Engineering Code of Ethics which includes the fundamental principles and D E
canon,
CLO 2. Explain the Laws governing the practice of civil engineering profession in the Philippines. D E
CLO 3. Give examples of standard contract documents. D E
CLO 4. Appraise the civil engineering fundamental principles and canons in oral presentation. D E
Note: I – Introductory E - Enabling D – Demonstrating

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IV. Course Coverage

Week CO Code Topics Intended Learning Activities Assessment tasks Target

Link
1 2 3 Teachers’ Activity Learners’ Activity
Online Offline Online Offline Online Offline
1 Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives Modules and Read and Read and Self Listen and Activity Work Recitation
Chatting Explain Understanding Jotting down Sheet
notes
1-2  Fundamental Canons of Code of Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Ethics Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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3-4  Practice of Civil Engineering and Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Professional Responsibility Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
Lecture Samples
4-5  Civil Engineering Services, Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Specifications and Classification of Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Engineering Services Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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5-6  The Selection of Civil Engineers Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
 Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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6-8  Charging for Civil Engineering Services Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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Virtual Quiz Take home 50% of the
through exam students shall
9 MIDTERM EXAM google have a rating of
classroom at least 60%.

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10-11  Total Project Cost Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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11-12  R.A. 544: An Act to Regulate the Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Practice of Civil Engineering in the Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Philippines. Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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13-14   The New Civil Code on Obligations Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
and Contract Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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14-15  R.A. 9184: An Act Providing for Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Modernization, Standardization, and Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Regulation of the Procurement Activities Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
of the Government and other Purposes Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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15-17 CIAP Document 102: General Modules, Lecture Reading Take notes Virtual Quiz Exercises 50% of the
Conditions of Contracts for Private Visual Group Modules Email Quiz students shall
Construction Discussion Discussion Summarizing of Examination have a rating of
Video Modules Google at least 60%.
Recording Searching more Classroom
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50% of the
Online Final
FINAL EXAMINATION Take home students shall
18 exam using
Final Exam. have a rating of
google forms.
at least 60%.

Legend: 1 – CO has minor contribution to PO 2 – CO has moderate contribution to PO 3 – CO has major contribution to PO

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V. Course Requirements:
Class requirements (major examinations, quizzes, problem solving exercises or problem sets, assignments). Major
examinations and problem solving exercises are scheduled. Quizzes and seatwork are unannounced and are usually given at the
end of the lecture. Problem set assignments are to solved through team effort to maximize peer tutoring and cooperative learning.
Outputs are collected for evaluation. Individual contribution to group will be rated by the instructor and by the co-group
members.

Grading System:
 Midterm Examination Final Examination
Quizzes 40% Quizzes 40%

Midterm Examination 50% Final Examination 50%

Participation 5% Participation 5%

Assignments 5% Assignments 5%
Total 100% Total 100%

Lecture: Final Grades:

Midterm Examination 30% For Lecture: 70%

Final Examination 70% For laboratory: 30%

Total 100% Total 100%

Note: Scores are transmuted to an equivalent grade where a score of at least 40% would be the minimum passing grade of 75%.
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VI. Learning Resources:

1. Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, Inc. 2003, Manual of Professional

2. Practice for Civil Engineers, 2nd Edition. Manila.
3. Hinze, Jimmie, 2001. Construction Contracts, 2nd Edition. Boston, USA. Mc-Graw Hill
4. National Building Code and its Implementing Rules and Regulations
5. Philippine Bidding Documents for Government Services
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VII. Class
Policies:

1. Attendance policy as stipulated in the student manual will be strictly implemented.

2. There will be two major examinations (midterm, and final examinations). Special examination will only be applicable for major
examinations upon presentation of a valid excuse letter along with pertinent document as medical certificate and the like. The
special exam must be taken within one (1) week after the student has returned to class. Failure to request for special exam or
provide the excuse letter or medical certificate would mean a score of zero for the exam. Removal examination will be given to
students if the computed final grade is below 75 % but not lower than 70%.
3. Student participation is highly recommended. Board works and seat works will be given for practice purposes and as part of self-
exploration and discovery. Assignments will be given to supplement student’s learning.
4. A scientific calculator is a must for engineering students. Students without a scientific calculator will not be allowed to take
examination for subjects that require calculations.
5. All requirements, exercises, and plates must be submitted or complied within 1 week after the final exam. Late submission will
not be considered unless an extension was allowed.
6. Student attempting to cheat will be given warning. Student caught cheating will automatically get a score of zero and may also be
brought to the dean/guidance counselor for counselling and/or disciplinary action.
7. A hard copy of a final grade is available at the office of the dean for student’s verification.

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Prepared by:
 ENGR. MARJORIC A. PENETRANTE
Course Facilitator

Noted:

MIRALUNA T. SABID, EdD ENGR. MA. ADELINE D. DIAZ

Quality Assurance Chair Program Chair, BSCE

Approved:

ENGR. JOEL C. VILLARUZ, PhD

Dean - CEAT