2016
Filipino Engineers: Moving Forward to ASEAN Integration and Global Recognition
VOLUME 1 ISSUE 1
Regional & Global Recognition for Filipino Civil Engineers By: Engr. Luisito S. Carlos
To be recognized and acknowledged in different “international engineering professional organizations is
indeed a great achievement and an honor not only as an individual but to the entity and country we are representing as well.
”
The Filipino engineers, civil engineers in
management,
particular
be competent,
assurance and control, among others) that can
dedicated, hardworking, and can manage to
be filled with Filipino civil engineers. However,
work under pressures. These have been proven
though we are professionally and technically
in many occasions and I believe that with our
qualified and with enough work experiences,
dedication to any responsibility given to us, we
there are times when a single sheet of paper
can satisfactorily deliver the output technically
makes a big difference. Recognition from an
and professionally. This has developed an
internationally
unparalleled level of trust and respect among
professional body is what most of us don’t
our
have.
are
known
employers
construction
and
industry
to
colleagues thus
in
the
making
us
It’s
cost
management,
recognized
about
time
quality
federation
to
have
or
these
competencies be printed in papers and let the
competitive with the huge demand of civil
world recognize us.
engineering professionals nowadays. We could
To be recognized and acknowledged in different
say that these are the reasons why many
international
employers prefer to hire Filipino civil engineers.
organizations is indeed a great achievement and
The Middle East has a huge demand of civil
an honor not only as an individual but to the
engineers
entity and country we are representing as well.
in
various
fields
of
expertise
(structural engineering, project planning and
engineering
professional
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INSIDE P3 / President’s Message P4 / COLSA P5 / ACPE / ASEAN / APEC Engineer P6 / COHOPLE P8 / COPA P9 / COWME P10 / All the Fun of 1st Quarter 2016 P12 / COCPA P14 / How Toastmasters Can Help You? P15 / COME P17 / Compliance with Qatar’s Engineering Law P18 / Ang Pera ni Juan Inhenyero P19 / Test Your Civil Engineering Skills P20 / 6th Inter-Color Basketball League
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Editor’s Message Dear Fellow Members, On behalf of the editorial team and the members of Committee on Publication and Information (COPI), I am gladly presenting to you the Chapter’s Publication for 2016 – The PICE Qatar Tekton. Our goal is to provide you with news and information about all activities and developments happening within PICE on a quarterly basis. Further sections and information of the publication is open for member’s suggestions and contribution. I would like to encourage all members to be part of the future issues of this publication by submission of their original articles, research notes or photography shots as well as thoughts and views in the area of our profession or life as an OFW. I would like to thank and congratulate the members of editorial team and all the contributors - from the authors of the articles to the editors, photographers and solicitors, who made this first quarter issue a realization. As a support to the global campaign for sustainability, this publication will be issued electronically, which can be accessed and downloaded through the links shared in PICE Qatar yahoo group, website, facebook page, facebook group and viber groups.
COPI and Editorial Team Members Alfonso Belito C. Betita Allan Paul C. Calpito Delilah A. Abellanosa Elvin D. Fajutagana Felipe D. Catinoy Gerald L. Paradero Henrik Gal M. De Ocampo
Asuncion “Azon” Lopez, ICIOB, ACPE, ASEAN Eng. Editor-in-Chief Chairperson – Committee on Publication and Information (COPI)
Ma. Michelle A. Revillosa Mark Anthony P. Abendan Ramil D. Loresto Sheila L. Medel Wilhelmina S. Paradero Yvonne O. Cabang
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2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Engr. GILBERT P. LORENZANO President
President’s
Engr. ALLEN L. NACARIO 1st Vice President
Engr. AILEEN L. ABEJERO
Message
2nd Vice President
Engr. ALDEN P. CAYAGA Secretary
Engr. HELARIO S. AMOGUIS Dear Fellow Members, Over the years, PICE Qatar Chapter has grown so much while guiding its members in the advancement of Civil Engineering Profession. This year, the Board of Directors and the Council will continue to pursue the main objectives of the Chapter. Let us all continue to support the plans and activities of PICE Qatar, which were started by our founding members and Past Presidents. This year, we will initiate the construction and completion of the 3rd School Building project to be built in Santo Niño, Cagayan from the funds that were generated during the leadership of IPP Ronaldo B. Nilo in 2015. I encourage all members to also facilitate in the fund-raising for the 4th School Building Project to be situated in Visayas region of the Philippines. Our regular Outreach Programs for fellow Kababayans in POLO-OWWA, annual Blood Donation Campaign in cooperation with HMC blood bank, and Beach Cleanup are all part of our commitment of service to the community and the host country. In support to the education of the young Filipinos in the Philippines, we may formulate and provide a Scholarship Program to a qualified 3rd Year Civil Engineering Student with financial incapacities from State University in the Philippines. We will also continue to find for possible ways in conducting an affordable Masteral Program for Civil Engineering here in Qatar, which may help our members to the educational qualification issues that we have encountered from the past two years up to the present. Our COCPA team is aiming to conduct at least 12 seminars, workshops or trainings within the year. In line with the training and development program for members, we are also planning to conduct and facilitate a Technical Forum or a Local Mid-year convention. As early as today, I am encouraging members who have presentation skills to come forward and share their knowledge and expertise to our fellow members. We are continuously providing guidance to our members in the MMUP registration through orientations and lectures being conducted during selected Wednesday gatherings. Our COLSA team is also proving application documents review assistance and endorsements for Life membership, Specialist, ASEAN, ACPE, APEC and probably to the PICE Qatar Chapter’s first Fellow Member.
Treasurer Engr. MA. MICHELLE A. REVILLOSA Auditor
Engr. MEDEL F. DALIDA Business Manager
Engr. EMILIO M. MANALO Public Relations Officer Engr. ALFONSO BELITO C. BETITA Sergeant-at-Arms
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Engr. BELINDA E. DELA CRUZ Committee Chairperson Membership
Engr. ELIZABETH M. BELTRAN Committee Chairperson Honors & Special Professional Licensure Board Examination
Engr. MICHELLE A. SAMUEL Committee Chairperson Continuing Professional Advancement
Engr. ELVIN D. FAJUTAGANA Committee Chairperson Ways and Means
Engr. ASUNCION V. LOPEZ Committee Chairperson Publication & Information
Engr. ALBERT B. TAMONDONG Committee Chairperson PICE Qatar Affairs
Let us all continue to encourage more Filipino Civil Engineers in Qatar to register or renew their membership with the Chapter and motivate our Associate members to enroll in the SPLBE review and aim to be a registered Professional Civil Engineer.
Engr. RONALDO B. NILO
I believed that the above Plans & Program for 2016 are all achievable through the unity and support of the general membership, the Board of Directors and Past Presidents.
PAST PRESIDENTS Engr. NOEL T. JUMAWAN Engr. ARNEL P. PUNSALAN Engr. DELFINO C. DE LEON Engr. GERALDO T. MANAGUELOD Engr. JOSE A. PANGANIBAN Engr. FREDERICK M. GARCIA Engr. ROY L. BAQUIRAN
Engr. Gilbert P. Lorenzano, CE, M.ASEP, LM PICE PICE Qatar Chapter President 2016
Ex-Officio Director Immediate Past President
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COLSA 2016 Committee on Life Membership & Specialist Applications By: Engr. Luisito S. Carlos, BScCE, AssocRICS, ACPE/ASEAN Eng. PICE-Qatar No. 655, LMPICE #6581, PMCE #473
Committee Chairman - COLSA 2016 The Committee on Life Membership and Specialist Applications (COLSA), as mandated under the Constitution and By Laws is tasked to accept, evaluate and endorse applications for Life Membership and Specialist Category,
The
Valuing Expertise and Competence
committee
will
also
be
conducting
orientations for ACPE and APEC Engineer registration in the coming months. On behalf of the committee, we would like to extend our congratulations to the following PICE
regulating and standardizing the qualifications
Qatar Chapter
members who have been
of applicants for endorsement to the National
In addition to the tasks listed mentioned above,
conferred their titles as ASEAN Chartered
Board of Directors, as follows:
the committee is also accepting application
Professional Engineer (ACPE) and Filipino ASEAN
1. Applicants must have at least have one (1)
documents for registration as ASEAN Chartered
Chartered Professional Engineer (FACPE) held at
year continuous membership with PICE
Professional Engineer (ACPE), ASEAN Engineer
Heritage Hotel Manila, Philippines on 11 March
Qatar Chapter.
(AE) and APEC Engineer for review and
2016:
endorsement by the Chapter:
Engr. Eddie B. Naldoza-ACPE-01400/PH Engr. Henrik Gal M. De Ocampo-ACPE01402/PH Engr. Asuncion V. Lopez – ACPE-01423-PH Engr. Allen L. Nacario – ACPE-01429/PH
2. Applicants must have attended at least one (1) major activity with PICE Qatar Chapter (e.g. General Assembly, Induction, ITC, Foundation Day) 3. Applicants must have attended at least one
This is in support to the Philippine government’s campaign for ASEAN Economic Integration 2015 along with the Mutual Recognition Arrangement
(1) regular activity with PICE Qatar Chapter
on Engineering Services.
(e.g. seminar, blood donation, outreach
services
program, beach clean-up or other Chapter
committee has intensified the effort and calling
community activities.)
upon those qualified members to start the
4. Settlement of arrears (if any) and payment of applicable fees and dues.
provided
to
COLSA also congratulates the following members
With these new
PICE
members,
who have successfully received their approval as
the
Specialists
had
conducted
orientation this year
the
Management
by PICE National on 23 February 2016:
and be registered. committee
Project
first
on ASEAN Engineer
registration on 3rd February 2016, which was
Engr. Ricardo B. Silvestre – PMCE # 470 Engr. Virgilio B. Lacbayan – PMCE # 471 Engr. Asuncion V. Lopez – PMCE # 472 Engr. Luisito S. Carlos – PMCE # 473 Engr. Helario S. Amoguis – PMCE # 474
attended by 30 members.
Summary of Total Applications Received by COLSA As o f M a rch 2 01 6
COLSA 2016
Approved
Conferred
Life Membership
177
158
Specialist Category
41
34
ACPE
27
9
8
ASEAN
38
16
9
Engr. Henrik Gal M. De Ocampo
Associate ASEAN
3
1
1
Engr. Anthony Q. Patiño
APEC
8
1
1
Chairman:
Engr. Luisito S. Carlos
Vice Chairman:
Engr. Arman A. Tolentino
Members:
Engr. Belinda E. Dela Cruz
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Applications
and
Construction Engineering (PMCE) as confirmed
preparation and submission of their applications
The
on
Jan ~ Mar 2016 Approvals 4 5 5
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ACPE, ASEAN Engineer & APEC E ngineer
How to qualify for those titles? By. Delilah A. Abellanosa In order to deal the fast growing professional competitiveness and
ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer (ACPE)
global challenges in the construction industry, PICE-Qatar is highly
The following is a list of qualifications required in the application
encouraging its members to aim for higher level of competence and
for registration to the ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineers
recognition. It is important that the members must perform a self-
Register (ACPER) and be accorded the title of ASEAN Chartered
assessment check of their competencies and compliance with the
Professional Engineer (ACPE):
following qualifications:
a)
By: Engr. Wilhelmina Sarawi - Paradero
ASEAN Engineer / APEC Engineer Eligibility criteria for Admission to ASEAN Engineer Registry and APEC
equivalent in a university or school accredited by CHED b)
Engineer Register of the Philippines: Engineers must have
Possesses a current and valid PRC professional registration or license to practice engineering in the Philippines
c)
a) completed an accredited or recognized engineering program, b) been assessed as eligible for independent practice;
has completed a recognized engineering program or its
Has gained experience of not less than seven (7) years of active and practical engineering experience
d)
Has spent at least two years in responsible charge of
c) gained a minimum of seven (7) years professional experience after
significant engineering works within the seven (7) years
registration;
prescribed practice
d) spent at least two years in responsible charge of significant
e)
Has complied with the CPD program of the Philippines
engineering work; and
f)
Has confirmed signature on the statement of compliance
e) maintained continuing professional development at a satisfactory level. f) bound by the established Code of Professional Conduct or Ethics
with codes of ethics g)
Has not been charged or convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude and illegal practices
g.) held individually accountable for their actions as a professional
Be recognized as a Globally Competent Professional Engineer in
engineer
the ASEAN Region, register now! You may search the PRC website (www.prc.gov.ph) for more
Being a registered APEC Engineer may allow you to join overseas
information or contact the COLSA team.
projects & practice your profession in APEC Engineer economies without having to undertake further re-examination or interview.
Source: Philippine Technological Council
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Committee on Honors and Special Licensure Board Examinations (COHOPLE) Engr. Elizabeth M. Beltran
COHOPLE Chairperson
The highlights of the activities of COHOPLE for January to March 2016 are as follows: SPLBE REVIEW – ENROLEES The total number of enrollees is 147 of which 90-95 active participants were attending the Friday classes and 50 participants during the Wednesday classes as summarized in the table below: S/N 1 2
Descriptions Friday Sessions Wednesday Sessions
Official Enrollees 145
Active Participants 90 - 95 50
COURSE OUTLINE AND SCHEDULES The table below shows the course outline and schedules for the period January to June 2016:
S/N 1 2 3 4
Subjects Mathematics Hydraulics Design & Structures Pre-board Exams
S/N 1 2 3 4
8-Dec
8-Jan
Subjects Mathematics Hydraulics Design & Structures Pre-board Exams
15Jan
1Apr
8Apr
15Apr
29Jan
22Apr
5Feb
29Apr
12Feb
6May
19Feb
13May
26Feb
20May
27May
4Mar
3Jun
11Mar
10Jun
REVIEW INSTRUCTORS
COHOPLE Members
Review Director:
Chairperson:
Engr. Jeffrey P. Cimagala (66775930)
Engr. Elizabeth M. Beltran (55318008)
Instructors: Engr. Helario S. Amoguis (33291940) Engr. Jerold John R. Arandia (66697182) Engr. Ideen C. Arcangel (33854922) Engr. Analiza Bettina T. Mamauag (66326442)
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22Jan
Members: Engr. Sheila L. Medel (33475322) Engr. Dindo H. Balbastro (50253843) Engr. Edmedio R. Ebarle III (55130946)
18Mar
17Jun
25Mar
24Jun
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Committee on Membership Quarterly Update • January to March 2016
PICE Qatar Chapter’s membership is continuously going strong!
I
t has been a very productive first quarter for the Committee on Membership (COME) led by Chairwoman Engr. Belinda E. dela Cruz.
From last year’s figures, we had already grown significantly during the first three months of active information drive by the committee. In this regard, COME would like to welcome all our new members for the first quarter of 2016. As a benefit of being a PICE member, you will be receiving first-hand information on the new trends and developments in the Civil Engineering profession. You are now also welcome to attend and learn from the seminars and trainings exclusively conducted for members.
Moreover, you are also invited to participate in several Chapter activities including charity works, environmental, social, sports and family events the whole year round. All of you and your families are also encourage to support and participate with the activities and affairs of the Chapter. Again, welcome to PICE Qatar Chapter!
PICE QATAR MEMBERSHIP WATCH
As of 24 March 2016 our last issued Membership ID No. was 2546 with a cumulative total of 212 new members for the first quarter of 2016.
For membership applications and inquiries, please feel to contact the Committee on Membership (COME) or any of our BODs. We would all be happy to assist you! Page 7
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Building up the Confidence of Distressed OFWs By: Engr. Albert B. Tamondong COPA Chairman
Inspiring moments COPA members envisioned a showcase, not a contest— meaning no judges, no winners and no losers. It is all about building up the confidence of our fellow Kababayans. We tossed out different ideas of what we could all do anything from singing a song to performing a dance number. It was a great way to show off their talents. It is all about having fun and letting them feel that they are not alone in this part of the world.
Biggest Dinner The biggest dinner we have during the month of March 2016! COPA members and other fellow PICE members sponsored the dinner which was prepared by the OFWs at POLO-OWWA. The food was shared by approximately 66 distressed OFWs and 17 PICE members. I truly believed that “the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.”
COPA TEAM Love from the Hearts
Chairperson: Albert B. Tamondong (6642-8909) Vice Chairman: Ma. Michelle A. Revillosa (6694-4985)
Distribution of in-kind donations sent a very simple message to everyone’s
Members:
heart - they are not alone. The goods were collected by COPA team in a
Allen L. Nacario (6655-7357)
month period from the PICE members, their families and friends and were
Mark Anthony P. Abendan (3382-1591)
distributed to distressed OFWs with the aim of reaching and letting them
Belinda E. dela Cruz (3348-1618)
know that they are not forgotten.
Eulogio S. Jamero (7764-7504) Elmo V. Rodriguez (6677-2687) Elvin D. Fajutagana (3059-7626) Alfonso C. Betita (7020-0417/7763-7029) Alden P. Cayaga (6618-3090) Johndy R. Tomboc (5505-3547) Luisito S. Carlos (6673-1403) Russel F. Flores (6690-5883) Newcesar T. Templonuevo (5043-9878) Elizabeth M. Beltran (5531-8008)
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Committee on Ways and Means (COWME) COWME is committed to serve our members by managing the souvenir items of the Chapter and generate funds for the operation and affairs of PICE Qatar including conducting fund raising activities approved by the BOD. The committee is open to all members who are willing to share their valuable time and effort to the organization. The committee will be introducing jackets, stickers, mugs, ball pens, necktie among other souvenir items featuring the PICE Qatar and PICE National logo.
Engr. Elvin D. Fajutagana COWME Chairman
We are now accepting pre-orders… SHORT SLEEVE COTTON POLO |
In order to serve and assist you better,
PICE-QATAR
below are the members of the committee
The classic long sleeve polo that is completely timeless, featuring our signature PICE-Qatar logo. Ribbed collar and armbands 2-button placket Pearl buttons Regular fit
with their corresponding contact numbers. Chairman: Engr. Elvin D. Fajutagana – 30597626 / 33463627
Members: Engr. Larry Amoguis – 33291940 Engr. Felipe Catinoy - 55993633 Engr. Lloyd Cebreros – 55946921 Engr. Belinda Dela Cruz – 33481618 Engr. Eulogio Jamero – 77647504 Engr. Asuncion Lopez – 7783557 Engr. Rodel Mariano - 55394240
LONG SLEEVE COTTON POLO |
Engr. Sheila Medel – 33475322
PICE-QATAR
Engr. Ma. Michelle A. Revillosa – 66944985
The classic long sleeve polo that is completely timeless, featuring our signature PICE-Qatar logo.
Engr. Michelle Samuel – 55469506 Engr. Spring Sison – 70101829 LET’s DO IT!!!
Ribbed collar and armbands 2-button placket Pearl buttons Regular fit
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ALL THE FUN OF
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1 QUARTER 2016 ST
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COCPA Makes Its First Wave in the 1st Quarter of 2016 By: Engr. Newcesar Templonuevo
January Leadership & Meeting Management – Discover the Leadership in You Leadership is innate in every person, but, like the seed, it needs to break out from its shell to grow and develop into full maturity. This course aimed exactly the same – to open the shell within you and allowed to realize the full potential and power of being a leader. The workshop was conducted by Distinguish Toastmaster Gil P. Bangalan, a human resource management professional and trainer. This seminar had started the year with a great motivation to our fellow members to further develop their confidence in leadership and communication. Seminar was conducted at Sapphire Hotel Doha Qatar Filipino Engineers to have more confidence in leadership through communication & skills. Seminar was conducted at Sapphire Hotel Doha Qatar.
March Quantity Surveying Fundamentals & Qatar Standard of Measurement Seminar was conducted to help our fellow members working as Quantity Surveyor to be familiar with the standard method of measurement being used in the Country. The participants have learned the basics from the sample problems provided during the workshop. This workshop was conducted by Engr. Sherwin Salcedo, a founding member of PICE Qatar and currently employed as Quantity Surveyor for DG Jones and Partners.
COCPA TEAM Engr.Michelle Samuel COCPA Chairperson
FOR MORE INFORMATION
February Materials Testing & Design for Road Construction This seminar has provided the participants with awareness on different tests and methods used for the road construction and provided a better understanding of the test results for the common construction materials. The Speaker was Engr.Nasser Kamlian Sanoh, a fellow PICE Member working as a Senior Materials & QA/QC Engineer
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The Committee is Happy to serve You: Engr. Michelle Samuel - 55469506 Engr. Jennit Diaz - 74076721 Engr. Eric Reprima - 66680590 Engr. Elvin Fajutagana - 33463627 Engr. Medel Dalida - 66723376 Engr. Asuncion Lopez - 77835573 Engr. Ma. Michelle Revillosa - 66944985 Engr. Roy Baquiran - 66682685 Engr. Nelben Diaz - 30236463 Engr. Newcesar Templonuevo - 50439878 Engr. Henrick Gal de Ocampo - 66146432 Engr. Arman Tolentino - 55259404 Engr. Sharon Dequito - 77156879 Engr. Anthony Patino - 30539541 Engr. Russel Flores - 66905883 Engr. Susana Nacario - 55842402 Engr. Ferdinand Alan Tablac - 300339243
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COME & COLSA Monthly Transactions 1 s t Quarter of 2016
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How Toastmasters can help you? By: Engr. Mark Anthony P. Abendan, CC, ALB
Toastmasters International is non-profit educational organization that
Toastmasters Tools
operates clubs around the globe with a goal of helping members to
Upon joining a Toastmasters club, each new member receives manuals
become competent communicators and effective leaders.
and resources about how to become a better speaker and a more confident leader. Members also have access to a wide variety of books
Why join Toastmasters?
and educational resources online. In addition, they receive the awardwinning Toastmaster, a monthly magazine that offers the latest
When PICE-Qatar Toastmasters Club (PQTMC) was officially
insights about speaking and leadership techniques.
formalized on September 2013, I was one of the Chartered members. Since then, my fellow Toastmasters has listened, guided, supported,
All of us interact with colleagues and costumers to exchange ideas,
encouraged and mentored me patiently. I made a great improvement
messages, and information wherein communication and sharing of
from receiving an honest and constructive feedback to my speeches,
ideas can determine whether we are growing into an industry leader
club meeting roles and also by serving as a Club Officer. I could
or are mired in mediocrity. At a very reasonable cost, Toastmasters
proudly say that because of Toastmasters, I successfully served as a
helps members to become better communicators, presenters and
Board of Director of PICE-Qatar in 2015 and also contributed to my job
leaders:
promotion.
•Give better presentations •Hone their management skills
How Toastmasters works
•Work better with fellow employees •Develop and present ideas more effectively
At Toastmasters, members learn by speaking to groups and working
•Offer constructive criticism
with others in a supportive environment. A typical Toastmasters club is
•Accept feedback more objectively
made up of approximately 20 people who met twice a month for approximately 1 to 2 hours per meeting. Each meeting gives
Toastmasters have proven to produce results. Around the world,
excitement to the members and several opportunities not limited to
millions of men and women of all ages and occupations have benefited
the following:
from Toastmasters training. Thousands of corporations, community groups, universities, associations and government agencies currently
•Conduct Meetings – Members learn how to plan and conduct
use Toastmasters training.
meetings. I strongly believed and lived in Toastmasters International Mission •Give Impromptu Speeches – Members present a one to two minutes
“We empower individuals to become more effective communicators
unrehearsed speeches, mostly impromptu speeches (Table Topic) are
and leaders”.
related to the meeting theme. To inquire on how to join, please contact the following club officers: •Present Prepared Speeches – Two or more members present speeches based on the projects from Competent Communicator manual. Projects cover topics such as speech organization, vocal variety, language, gestures, and persuasion. •Offer Constructive Evaluation – Every speaker has an assigned Evaluator who points out speech strengths and offers suggestions for improvement. The same evaluations are also provided to other role players.
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PICE Qatar Toastmasters Club Asuncion Lopez Mark Abendan Michelle Revillosa
Elvin Fajutagana Spring Sison Sharon Dequito Ramon Dizon Delfino De Leon Roy Baquiran
President VP-Education VP-Membership VP-PRO Secretary Treasurer Sgt-At-Arms Immediate Past President
Charter President
7783 5573 3382 1591 6694 4985 3059 7626 6680 2314 7715 6879 6684 2628 5518 5662 6668 2685
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Committee on Membership Engr. Belinda E. Dela Cruz COME Chairperson
PRC ID Renewal Assistance In response to the numerous requests of our fellow members, the COME team is now accepting the processing of renewal of Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) IDs of our members. This renewal assistance service was officially started on 25 February 2016. The PRC ID Renewal Assistance is being provided in coordination with the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) National office by extending this facility to our Chapter as additional benefit to its members. Those members who wish to renew his PRC ID may fill-up the PRC application form and Special Power of Attorney (SPA) and submit to any COME members during Wednesday gathering at FCC, Al Thumama along with the following requirements: (1)
ID renewal Fee (Please contact any COME members below for the computation)
(2)
Passport size photo with white background
(3)
Photocopy of old PRC ID
Application forms and SPA can be downloaded from the PICE Qatar website (www.piceqatar.com) and Yahoo Group.
COME Members For any inquiries on memberships, please do not hesitate to call or send us a message. See us during Wednesday Gathering at Filipino Community Center (FCC) at Al Thumama from 7:00pm to 9:00pm or during Sunday Meet-Up at Asian Chef, Al Mansoura from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Chairwoman:
Belinda E. dela Cruz - 3348 1618
Members:
Julius C. Berioso – 3337 3625 Luisito S. Carlos – 6673 1403 Leopoldo V. Carpo – 5547 0462 Alden P. Cayaga – 6618 3090 Lloyd E. Cebreros – 5594 6921 Russel F. Flores – 6690 5883 Rolan E. Nevado – 7400 2916 Anthony Q. Patino – 3053 9541 Katherine B. Sarajan-Rombano – 5032 9664 Nida A. Tagtag Albert B. Tamondong – 6642 8909 Arman A. Tolentino – 5525 9404 Johndy R. Tomboc – 5505 3547
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Regional and Global Recognition… There
are
numerous
international
federations
of
engineering
5.
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Washington Accord under the International Engineering Alliance –
organizations that are in existence for many years recognizing the
PTC is now a provisional member and in the process of pushing for
competencies and qualifications of professional engineers in the ASEAN
full membership with Accord. This would be a great advantage to
regions, APEC communities and even globally.
all of us because completion of a degree from an accredited engineering program recognized by Washington Accord is one of
Philippine Technological Council (PTC), the umbrella organization of all
the major prerequisites in the application for APEC Engineer
13 accredited professional organizations (APO) in the Philippines
Register.
including PICE is a member of the following international engineering
accredited engineering programs may also be recognized by their
federations:
member countries. (www.ieagreements.org)
1.
Likewise, professionals who graduated from these
APEC Engineer Agreement under the International Engineering
All of the above PTC involvements and continued relationships with
Alliance – PTC maintains the APEC Engineer Register in cooperation
international organizations would be a significant advantage to every
with the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) and the
qualified Filipino engineering professionals to be registered and be
Commission
recognized by international institutions and engineering federations and
on
Higher
Education
(CHED).
APEC
Engineer
Agreement currently has fourteen (14) member countries
eventually be categorized as a truly “World Class Engineers”.
(Australia, Canada, Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong China, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, Thailand and the USA. (www.ieagreement.org)
It is about time to print all of our qualifications in paper. Hence, as part of PICE Qatar Chapter’s objective and commitment to members, all qualified members are highly encouraged to start the preparation of
2.
Federation of Engineering Institutions in the Asia and the Pacific (FEIAP) – PTC is an active member and a meeting has been held in July 2015and being represented by Dr. Tansinsin, PTC Founding President. PTC is a member of the Executive Council. The FEIAP guidelines is being used as one of the references in educational assessment of those applying for registration as APEC Engineer. (www.feiap.org)
3.
ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO) – PTC is the founding chair. PTC maintains the ASEAN Engineering Register under AFEO. ASEAN Engineer is substantially recognized among
their documents and applications for registration as ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer, ASEAN Engineer and APEC Engineer.
providing assistance to members by conducting orientation seminars and preliminary reviews of application documents. As of this writing, only a handful of PICE Qatar Chapter members have been registered as listed below: ACPE – 8 ASEAN – 9 APEC – 1
companies in the ten (10) ASEAN member nations (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam) and AFEO is a member of WFEO (World Federation of Engineering Organizations). (www.afeo.org)
4.
World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) – PTC is a national member. Though there is no reciprocity mechanism yet with WFEO but it is a major forum for connecting with other countries on possible recognition of our engineering professionals. (www.wfeo.org)
13 Accredited Professional Organizations Source: Philippine Technological Council
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Committee on Life Membership and Specialist Applications (COLSA) is
Vol 1 Issue 1 2016
Compliance with Qatar’s Engineering Law By: Engr. Wilhelmina Sarawi - Paradero
The State of Qatar issued Law No. 19 of 2005, or
Law No. 2 of 2014 provides an increase in the
The state’s Ministry of Municipality and Urban
more prevalently known as “The Engineering Law
renewal period of licenses for engineers from
Planning (MMUP) is accepting applications
of Qatar” following the construction boom in and
three (3) to two (2) years, which must be
from Filipino Engineers who had graduated
influx of Engineering Professionals seeking to
renewed within 30 days from expiry date
from institutions included in the current list of
take part in it. The Law aims to regulate the
otherwise, a fine of QR 1,000 will be imposed,
MMUP and holding a valid PRC license.
practice of Engineering Professions in Qatar.
while non-renewal of license will also result to a fine of QR 10,000 and/or suspension from the
Following the said meeting, Filipino engineers
In a nutshell, the Engineering Law requires all
practice of profession for a period of not more
have been given a year to comply with the
practicing engineering professions to enroll in the
than one months
MMUP
“Register of Engineers” or acquire a license to
registration
The deadline to register was set on 31 January
passing
and/or incarceration for 3 years for practicing
2016 however, approximately 12,000 Filipino
examination.
without a license. The law covers different types
engineers were unable to comply due to non-
of engineering activities and sub-branches
recognition
including
engineering degrees from most of the Philippine
civil,
electrical,
mechanical, chemical, mining, and other fields of
by
the
Qatar
authorities
the
registration
qualifying
of
universities.
engineering. The Commission of Higher Education (CHED) The Qatar Law No. 2 of 2014 came into force on
Chairperson Patricia Licuanan together with
16 March 2014 including amendments to certain
Philippine Ambassador to Qatar Wilfredo Santos
provisions of the previous Engineering Law. The
met with Qatari officials in February of this year
amendments introduced by Law No. 2 of 2014
in an effort to resolve the matter and possible
are not significant in relation to the registration
accommodation of the lacking years in the
process but includes changes to the following:
Philippine education system. license
issued
by
A copy of valid
Professional
a.)
Members of Enrolment Committee
b.)
Renewal and Expiry of Registrations
the
c.)
Restrictions
submitted by all Filipino Engineers
d.)
imposed
over
Regulation
Commission (PRC) has now been included among civil
All
applicants have a maximum of four chances of
practice. Otherwise, face the threat of penalty
architectural,
requirements.
list
of
requirements
to
be
servants
applying for registration with Qatar
Disciplinary Penalties.
Engineers Registry.
Copy of MMUP ID Card (details removed)
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Ang Pera ni Juan Inhenyero Panulat Ni Engr. Felipe D. Catinoy Ang mga sumusunod na tuntunin ay maaari
Karamihan
sa
atin
ay
nating gawing gabay upang tayo at makapag-
makipagsapalaran
ipon ng maayos.
investment. May mga pagkakataon na kapag
sa
may
isang
takot
na
negosyo
o
tayo ay inalok ng isang pagkakakitaan, tayo ay
KITA
– IPON = GASTOS
(Income)
(Savings) (Expenses)
nagdududa at nagsasabing pag-iisipan na muna natin hanggang sa tuluyan ng makalimutan, sa halip na ito ay ating masusing pag-aralan. Ito ay maaaring dahil na rin sa ating mga napapanood o naririnig na mga negatibong balita sa radyo at telebisyon tungkol sa iba’t ibang nangyayaring panloloko sa mga inaalok na pagkakakitaan.
“Emergency Fund” Hindi natin maikakaila na ang pangunahing dahilan kung bakit tayo nagtratrabaho dito
Ang “Emergency Fund” ay hindi dapat galawin
Sa madaling salita, dapat nating isaisip na ang
sa ibang bansa ay upang kumita ng mas
sa loob ng mga dalawang taon. Ang pera na
kinakailangan
malaking pera kumpara sa kinikita natin sa
maiipon sa panahon na ito ay maari nating
pagsasaliksik at dagdag kaalaman sa anumang
sariling bansa. Ang pangunahing dahilan na
magamit sa mga pagkakataon na tayo ay
negosyo o pamumuhunan.
ito ay maaaring nagmula sa mga sumusunod
biglaang mawalan ng trabaho, o habang
Sa ngayon, marami tayong maaaring pagpilian
na mithiin:
naghihintay
na paglalagakan ng ating pera upang ito ay higit
1-) Pagsuporta sa mga mahal sa buhay.
oportunidad o sariling negosyo.
tayo
ng
mas
magandang
lamang
natin
ay
masusing
na lumago tulad ng mga sumusunod;
2-) Mapaunlad ang sarili 3-) Makatulong sa kapwa
Maari tayong magkaroon ng dagdag na ipon
a.
Stocks
4-) Matupad ang pangarap na makapag
kung ating hahatiin ang Gastos o Expenses ayon
b.
Bonds
sa mga sumusunod:
c.
Mutual Funds
5-) Matupad ang mga pangarap na bahay,
d.
Forex
sasakyan at iba pa.
10% - Tithe (Ikapung bahagi)
e.
Time Deposit
Marahil, dahil sa ibat ibang sitwasyon na
20% - Savings (Ipon) - Investment, retirement
f.
Real Estate
7o% - Expenses (Gastos)
g.
Traditional Business or Franchising
namamalayan na ang halos lahat ng kinikita
h.
Networking Business (imbestigahan
natin ay nauubos sa pagtulong sa mga
Karamihan sa ating mga Pinoy ay hindi namulat
ng may pag-iingat)
kamag-anak, pagbili ng mga modernong
sa pagpapalago ng pera o pag-nenegosyo. Ang
kagamitan, paglalakbay o pagbabakasyon sa
mga ito ay hindi naman naituro sa ating
Ang ating trabaho dito sa Gitnang Silangan ay
ibat ibang lugar.
Ang iba naman ay
paaralan, maliban na lamang sa mga kumuha ng
dapat nating isaisip na maaring hindi palaging
maaaring nalululong sa iba’t ibang bisyo ng
kursong business management. Ang kadalasang
matatag o pang-matagalan kaya ang isang
buhay. Dahil sa mga sitwasyong nabanggit
sinasabi satin ng ating mga magulang ay mag-
masinop na pag-iipon at pagpapalago ng ating
ay nakakalimutan nating magtabi para sa
aral nga mabuti upang makapagtapos sa pag-
kinitang pera ay kailangan nating isaalang-alang
ating kinabukasan at kagipitan
aaral at makakuha ng magandang trabaho. Sa
sa tuwina.
bakasyon sa iba’t ibang lugar
dumaraan sa buhay natin ay hindi natin
o ang
tinatawag na “Emergency Fund”.
madaling salita, pagiging empleyado talaga ang
Kalimitan ay mas malaki pa ang nagagastos
ipinamulat na pangarap sa atin kapag tayo ay
Ang pag-iipon ay mahalaga sa ating lahat, hindi
natin kaysa sa perang ating kinikita.
nakatapos ng kolehiyo.. Hindi tulad halimbawa
lamang sa isang Inhinyerong tulad ni Juan.
Naranasan mo na bang mag-isip minsan
ng mga Chinese na ang ipinamumulat sa mga
kung saan napunta ang mga perang kinita
bata ay ang pagsisimula at pagpapalakad ng
mo ng mga lumipas na taon?
negosyo.
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Test Your Civil Engineering Skills By: Engr. Yvonne O. Cabang 1. What is the primary function of a rock bolt in
6. What is NOT TRUE with regards to Fiber
4. What is meant by the term “water
a tunnel excavation?
Reinforced Concrete?
hammer”?
a. To make the tunnel look good
a. Very effective in quake prone areas
a. Corrosive action of acidic water
b. To transfer load from unable exterior
b. Incorporating fibers with concrete is an
b. Pressure surge when the momentum
expensive process
to the interior part of the rock mass
of fluid in motion is changed suddenly
c. Reduce resistance to plastic shrinkage at
c. To support excavation equipment
the time of curing.
2. The ratio of dynamic pressure to shearing
c. Violent cracking of concrete because of excessive watering
7. Which property of soil is determined by the
stress is called? a. Terzaghi’s number
Casagrande Test?
b. Reynold’s number
a. Soil density
increasing tensile strength of concrete?
c. Viscosity index
b. Plastic limit of soil
a. Using steel reinforced bars
c. Grain Size of soil particles
b. Using polypropylene fibers
3. Why is Gypsum added in the cement? a. It reduces the production cost of the
5. Which of the following does not help in
8. What is shotcrete?
c. Curing with hot water
a. Concrete sprayed through a pump at
cement
high velocity
b. It acts as retardation agent and controls the setting period c. Gypsum is a coloring agent
b. Concrete mix with only fine aggregates c. The popular name of glass fiber concrete (GFC)
Ans 1-b 2-b 3-b 4-c 5-b 6-a 7-b 8-c
Office Jokes (Source: albertaventure.com)
The Pay Raise Employee Motivation
Sam walks into his employer’s office and says “Sir,
The owner of a company tells his employees: “You
I’ll be straight with you, I know the economy isn’t
worked very hard this year, therefore the
doing great, but I have over three companies after
company’s profits increased dramatically. As a
me, and I would like to respectfully ask for a raise.”
reward, I am giving everyone a check for $5,000.”
After a few minutes of haggling, the boss finally agrees to a 5% raise, and Sam happily gets up to
Thrilled, the employees gather round and high five
leave.
one another.
“By the way,” asks the boss, “which three companies are after you?”
“And if you work with the same zeal next year, I’ll
Sam answered, “The electric company, water
sign those checks!”
company, and phone company!”
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By: Engr. Alfonso Belito C. Betita Now on its 6th Year, the annual Inter-Color Basketball League of the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Qatar Chapter was successfully opened in a ceremony held on Friday, 11 March 2016 at the Al Jazeera Academy in Abu Hamour, Doha, State of Qatar. The opening ceremony took placed promptly at 8:00am with the traditional parade participated by seven (7) colorful basketball teams with their respective muses. This was immediately followed by the singing of the national anthems of both the host country, Qatar and the Philippines. Our Chapter President, Engr. Gilbert Lorenzano delivered his opening message reminding all the players to keep the spirit of sportsmanship at all times and to always remember that the main aim of the tournament is to foster camaraderie among its members.+ The event was also graced by the Chapter’s Founding President, Engr. Roy Baquiran who delivered an inspirational message to all members and their families attending the opening league.
The oath of sportsmanship was led by 2015 tournament’s MVP, Engr. Holden Caballero followed by the ceremonial toss of the basketball, which was officiated by Past President, Engr. Noel Jumawan. The Best Muse award was glowingly capped by the Blue Team followed by Orange and Black teams on the 1st and 2nd Runner Ups, respectively. The Orange Team successfully captured the Best in Uniform award for this year. The basketball league will be concluded in an awarding ceremony on 27 May 2016 during the celebration of PICE Qatar Chapter’s foundation day. The ensuing action saw the Maroons defeating the Orange Team, 69 – 64, the Red conquering the Black Team 69 – 67 in a thrilling four quarter game while the White Team clobbered the Purples, 72 – 59 in the last game during the opening day.
Chairman–Alfonso Belito C. Betita (77637029) Vice Chairman – Leopoldo Carpo (55470462) Coordinator – Marvin Sison (66960236) Members: Noel T. Jumawan Gilbert Lorenzano Arman Tolentino Belinda Dela Cruz Russel Flores Alden Cayaga Allen Nacario Susana Nacario Francis Reynaldo Doculan Julius Berioso Victoriano Bago Jr. Junar Gunita Paul Echavez Rolan Nevado Arnel Dizon Pagcu Marcel Ramos
Team Standings (as of 31 March 2016) Team Maroon Red* White Orange* Black Purple Blue
Win 1 1 1 0 1 0 1
Loss 1 0 0 1 1 2 0
Note: * - Incomplete at Half Time. To be rescheduled on 8 April 2016
PICE Qatar Chapter P.O. Box 30628 Doha Qatar www.piceqatar.com
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