A concept paper for
IMechE - PUPSC 1st Mechanical Engineering Pinning and Hard Hat Ceremony
Setting the Gears in Motion: Commencing Careers, Celebrating Achievement
I. TITLE:
IMechE - PUPSC 1st Mechanical Engineering Pinning and Hard-hatting
Ceremony
Setting the Gears in Motion: Commencing Careers, Celebrating Achievement
Slogan: “Where Ambition Meets Recognition”
II. SETTING:
PUP Bulwagang Balagtas, Ninoy Aquino Library and Learning Resources Center
May 2025
III. INTRODUCTION
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers – Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Student Chapter (IMechE – PUPSC), the first-ever IMechE Student Chapter in the Philippines serves
as an academic organization dedicated to providing an inclusive and thriving community for Mechanical
Engineering students. Its vision is to promote the organization's core values of Inclusion, Integrity,
Impact, and Innovation within the university. IMechE – PUPSC is dedicated to nurturing globally
competitive Mechanical Engineering students who will emerge as leaders and champions of change,
actively striving to enhance the world through innovation and engineering.
IV. RATIONALE
The Polytechnic University of the Philippines - Mechanical Engineering Department has
consistently produced outstanding students who are academically excellent and highly skilled in
practical applications. These students have consistently demonstrated their ability to apply theoretical
knowledge to solve real-world engineering problems, reflecting the quality of education provided by the
department.
The department’s commitment to nurturing a learning environment that encourages innovation,
critical thinking, and hands-on experience has resulted in a track record of being one of the
best-performing schools in the country and producing graduates who are top-notch performers
in past licensure examinations. With this, the IMechE - PUPSC is organizing an event entitled “1st
Mechanical Engineering Pinning and Hard Hat Ceremony 2025”. This event is a significant
milestone for Mechanical Engineering students’ journey, marking their transition from classroom
learning to hands-on application, while also preparing them for the responsibilities and opportunities that
come with being a mechanical engineer.
V. OBJECTIVES
● Recognize the academic accomplishments and hard work of the 3rd and 4th year Mechanical
Engineering students as they transition into their final year of study.
● To foster a sense of community among students and faculty of the Mechanical Engineering
Department.
● To prepare students for the responsibilities and opportunities that come with being a Mechanical
Engineer
VI. PARTICIPANTS
Bonafide 3rd and 4th year PUP Sta. Mesa Mechanical Engineering Students.
VII. PROGRAM FLOW
TIME ACTIVITY
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Registration Guests' Arrival and Seating
12:30 PM – 12:35 PM Prayer
12:35 PM – 12:40 PM National Anthem
12:40 PM – 12:45 PM PUP Hymn
University Vision
University Mission
12:45 PM – 1:05 PM CEA Goals and Objectives Mechanical Engineering
Department Objectives
Engr. Robert Michael Corpus, PhD
1:05 PM – 1:35 PM Opening Remarks Chairperson,
Mechanical Engineering Department
Dr. Remedios G. Ado
1:35 PM – 2:00 PM Inspirational Message Dean, College of Engineering
2:00 PM– 2:10 PM Introduction to the Keynote Speaker
2:10 PM– 2:40 PM Keynote Speech
Presentation of Certificate of
2:40 PM– 2:45 PM
Appreciation to the Keynote Speaker
Inspirational Messages
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
from Alumni
Engineers’ Creed
3:00 PM – 3: 20 PM
Pinning and Hard Hatting
3:20 PM – 4:00 PM
Ceremony Proper
Group Photo
4:00 PM – 4: 15: PM
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM Closing Remarks
VIII. GENERAL GUIDELINES
1. Participants must be bona fide students at the Polytechnic University of the
Philippines and currently enrolled as 3rd and 4th-year Mechanical Engineering
students. These students are highly encouraged to join the event.
2. All students must provide (or be provided), at their own expense, the following
items:
a. Hardhat
b. Name Plate Pin (Organized through the organization)
c. Certificate (Organized through the organization)
IX. ATTIRE
1. All students, regardless of their gender, must wear the following during the ceremony:
a. White Polo Shirt / White Long Sleeves
b. Black Pants
c. Closed Shoes
Optional:
d. Suit Coat / Blazer
e. Black Tie
3. Students are expected to conduct themselves professionally throughout the ceremony,
reflecting the values and standards of the mechanical engineering profession.
4. Students should arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the ceremony to allow for
registration and seating arrangements.
5. All Class Presidents are responsible for their section before, during, and after the
ceremony. Presidents must provide the official list of names of students in their
section.
6. Any changes or updates related to the ceremony will be communicated via the official
Facebook page of IMechE – PUPSC.
7. In case of any queries or concerns related to the ceremony, students can reach out to:
Jedd Adrian P. Licerio
Event Head, Vice President of External Affairs
Imechepup2022@[Link]
+639052778751
Prepared by:
JEDD ADRIAN P. LICERIO
Event Head, 1st Mechanical Engineering Pinning and Hard Hat
Ceremony 2025 President, IMechE – PUPSC
RAD DUQUE
1st Co-Head, 1st Mechanical Engineering Pinning and Hard Hat
Ceremony 2025
LAURENCE DOMINGO
2nd Co-Head, 1st Mechanical Engineering Pinning and Hard Hat
Ceremony 2025
MIZSHA MEDINA
2nd Co-Head, 1st Mechanical Engineering Pinning and Hard Hat
Ceremony 2025
Approved by:
ENGR. ROBERT MICHAEL B. CORPUS, PHD
Chairperson, Mechanical Engineering
Department Adviser, IMechE – PUPSC
DR. REMEDIOS G. ADO
Dean, College of Engineering
PROF JIMMY M. FERNANDO, MEM
Director, Office of Student Services
