IIEE Magazine 2010 2nd Quarter Issue by IIEE-State of Qatar Chapter

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Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. 2010 Board of Governors and Officers National President VP-Internal Affairs VP-External Affairs VP-Technical Affairs National Secretary Treasurer Auditor Region I Region II Region IV Region V Region VI Region VII Region VIII Region IX Immediate Past President Officer-in-Charge

Gregorio Y. Guevarra Armando R. Diaz Gregorio R. Cayetano Jules S. Alcantara Alex C. Cabugao Ma. Sheila C. Cabaraban Larry C. Cruz Francis R. Calanio Alvin M. Farrales Florencio D. Berenguel Armin Jesus R. Nagera Midelo D. Ocampo Nelson M. Rosales Cesar V. Sanchez Crisanto C. Sotelo Arthur N. Escalante Ramon P. Ayaton

Department Heads Administration-OIC Finance -OIC Technical-OIC Marketing & Memberhip

Niellisa Joy B, Bandong Karen T. Sacdalan Marvin H. Caseda Allen M. Pido

Publications Committee Chairman: Members:

Nicolas C. Balderrama Ernesto M. Cabral Allan C. Nerves Ronald Vincent M. Santiago Robinson S. Uy The ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

The Electrical Engineer is published quarterly by the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IIEE), with editorial and business offices at #41 Monte de Piedad St., Cubao Quezon City, Philippines. Tel Nos. (632) 722-7383, 727-3552, 4125772, 414-5626, Fax Nos. (632) 727-3545 & 410-1899. Website: www.iiee.org.ph, E-mail: iiee@iiee.org.ph. The present circulation of the magazine is 28,000 copies per issue to members and industry stakeholders. Editorial Board Chairman: Editorial-in-Chief: Associate Editor: Technical Consultant: Administrative Officer:

Jules S,. Alcantara Nicolas C. Balderrama Ernesto M. Cabral Dr. Allan Nerves Ramon P. Ayaton

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Jenelyn C. Pajutining Marvin H. Caseda Elwood B. Perez

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Contents PRESIDENT’S REPORT

IIEE NEWS Chapter and National News

IIEE SNAPSHOTS

QUARTERLY INDUSTRY NEWS DIGEST • • • • • •

Electricity Reaches Mangyan Village ERC Shares Regulatory Expertise with Bhutan Electricity Authority Customers to See Net Reduction in June Electricity Bills Meralco Shares Energy Saving Tips ERC Approves 57 Distribution Utilities’ Application to Maintain Meter Shops Rural Electrification Legacies Chronicled in Coffee Table Book

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TECHNICAL FEATURE • •

Handling Harmonics ... Before it Mishandles Your System By: Engr. Arsenio A. Abellana Distribution System Control Center of MERALCO By: Rafael F. Florentino

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Views or opinions expressed by the authors of letters, articles and research studies published in the The Electrical Engineer Magazine DO NOT necessarily reflect the views of the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IIEE). The IIEE trusts the integrity of these authors. The IIEE exercises due review diligence but it is possible that the contents of the articles contributed may not be verified due to time constraints. Articles or visual materials may not be reproduced without written consent from IIEE. The IIEE reserves the right to accept or refuse submitted materials for publication. Articles, reactions and feedback from readers may be sent through e-mail at technical@iiee.org.ph

From the Office of

ENGR. JULES S. ALCANTARA, PEE, ASEAN ENGINEER Vice President for Technical Affairs Chairman, Editorial Board

TO OUR READERS

A New Dawn of Progress Breaks in the Philippines

Warmest Felicitations! The Editorial Board welcomes our readers to the 2nd quarter issue of The Electrical Engineer Magazine for 2010. We wish to extend our appreciation to all the Regional Governors, Chapter Officers, members and National officers for their dedication and commitment in supporting the activities of the Institute and for further formulating such activities that promotes professional growth of our fellow electrical practitioners. The second issue features various activities conducted by the Regions and Chapters for the period. The Central Luzon Regional Conference was hosted by the Olongapo Chapter and Northern Mindanao Regional Conference was hosted by the Cagayan de Oro Chapter. The second issue further covers the 2010 National MidYear Convention and General Membership Meeting held at the ‘Summer Capital of the Philippines’, Baguio City, hosted by the Baguio Benguet Chapter. In its commitment to continue upgrading the technical competencies of our members, this issue features the technical papers on Harmonics and Meralco Distribution Control Center. The IIEE Council of Student Chapters further provided their reports on student affairs for the quarter. We continue to encourage the members and students to actively participate in the preparation for research papers and in supporting the plans and programs of the Institute. Thank you and God bless!

Schedule of Technical Seminars 2010

Date

Topics

Speakers

July 9-10, 2010 Renewable Energy: Solar Power System  Process Automation

Engr. Virgilio S. Luzares

July 23-24, 2010

Engr. Carl Aquino

 Distribution Design

From the Editorial Desk ENGR. NICOLAS C. BALDERRAMA, FIIEE Editor-in-Chief

Engr. Gamaniel F. Itao Engr. Marvin D. Joven Engr. Malou S. Laserna

August 6-7, 2010  Electrical Design in High Rise Building

Engr. Emil Marabulas

August 13-14, 2010

 Substation Design

Engr. Virgilio Luzares

August 20-21, 2010

 Protective Relay

Engr. Ulysses Paguio

September 18-25, 2010

 Grounding Calculation

Engr. Vincent Jimenez

October 2 & 9, 2010

 Short Circuit

Engr. Vincent Jimenez

The difficult tasks that IIEE set forth to accomplish in 2010 in formulating green energy solutions to climate change has gained greater vital force in the new reform oriented governance of President Noynoy Aquino’s administration. The importance and urgency of our mission remains. The fields of opportunity, however, seem to have been enhanced with a perceived more favorable business environment. The expected influx of fresh investments in the power industry will certainly generate new opportunities for electric power engineering and the new techniques of green technologies, training and development of new technical skills. These encouraging developments are expected to extend beyond the new administration’s six-year term. Certainly, an exciting new era for our industry as well as the Philippine economy seems to have dawn for our country. IIEE’s leadership in engineering green solutions to come back climate change will be challenged and tested during the coming years. We have steadfast faith in the competency of our electrical engineering profession and the continually improving system that has produce our electrical technicians and engineering professionals. Now, more than ever, we must strive for excellence in our profession and our industry. May the Good Lord continue to bless our country which has suffered through decades of socio-economic and political misfortunes.

CALENDAR OF 2010 major ACTIVITIES July 22-24, 2010 Bicol Regional Conference Hosted by: Camarines Sur Chapter July 31, 2010 Forum on the revision amendment of RA 7920 August 26-28, 2010 Western Visayas Regional Conference Hosted by Capiz Chapter September 15, 2010 IIEE’s 35th Founding Anniversary and NCR Conference October 7-9, 2010 Eastern Visayas Regional Conference Hosted by: Cebu Chapter November 24-27, 2010 IIEE 35th Annual National Convention and 3E Xpo 2010

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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE NATIONAL PRESIDENT

Second Quarter 2010 PRESIDENT’S REPORT Engr. Gregorio Y. Guevarra, PEE, ASEAN Engineer As we welcome the third quarter, let us have a review of the activities and programs conducted by the Institute parallel to the Institute's 2010 theme, “Leading in Green Energy Solutions to Climate Change”. I. The 2010 National Mid-Year Convention The Baguio Benguet Chapter successfully hosted the 2010 National Mid-Year Convention and General Membership Meeting last May 27-29, 2010 at the exclusive venue of Baguio Country Club, Baguio City. This was the second time since 2009 when the NYMC was held outside Metro Manila. Almost 1,000 guests and delegates participated in the event.

II. Regional Conferences The Olongapo Chapter conducted its 12th Central Luzon Regional Conference on April 25-27, 2010 at Columban College Hotel and Resort. Almost 100 delegates coming from the different chapters of the region attended the event. The 15th Northern Mindanao Regional Conference was successfully hosted by the Cagayan de Oro Chapter on June 24-26, 2010 at Grand Caprice, Lim Ket Kai Convention Center, Cagayan de Oro City. More than 400 delegates participated the event.

III. Chapter Activities Different activities conducted by the chapters were featured elsewhere in this issue. The Institute continues to

encourage all the regional governors and chapter officers to formulate activities parallel to the Institute's 2010 thrust.

IV. PRC Activities

The Professional Regulation Commission and Philippine Association of Professional Regulatory Board, Inc. (PAPRB), successfully conducted the Awarding Ceremonies for the 2010 outstanding professionals and outstanding accredited professional organization, with the theme “Convergence of Filipino Professionals Towards Global Challenges” last June 18, 2010 at the Fiesta Pavillion, Manila Hotel. This event was in coordination with the Foundation for Outstanding Professionals, Inc. (FOP) and the Philippine Federation of Professional Associations, Inc. (PFPA). Former Board of Electrical Engineering Chairman Rodolfo R. Peñalosa was chosen as the 2010 Most Outstanding Professional in the field of Electrical Engineering. The awarding of the Most Outstanding Accredited Professional Organization (MOAPO) for 2010 took place on the event. The IIEE was again one of the seven (7) nominees for the title and the Philippine Medical Society won.

V. Board of Electrical Engineering The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Board of Electrical Engineering (BEE) chaired by Hon. Fortunato C. Leynes, successfully conducted the first 2010 Registered

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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE NATIONAL PRESIDENT

Electrical Engineer and Registered Master Electrician Licensure Examination last May 25-27, 2010 held in Manila, Baguio, Cagayan De Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo and Legazpi. Three (3) Professional Electrical Engineers, 457 Registered Electrical Engineers and 539 Registered Master Electricians successfully passed the licensure examination.

VI. Student Affairs The Council of Student Chapters (CSC) conducted its workshop for the new sets of officers last May 14-16, 2010 at Engr. Tomas Mulingbayan's Place in Nasugbo, Batangas. The event was attended by the members of the Student Affairs Committee and graced by the presence of Engr. Larry C. Cruz, National Auditor and Engr. Florencio Berenguel, Southern Luzon Regional Governor. This activity conforms with one of the ten point agenda of the National President, the training of future leaders through the Council of Student Chapters.

VII. External Linkages The Institute, represented by the National President, attended the following meetings and activities:

(a.) Signing Memorandum of Agreement between the DOE and IIEE last May 28, 2010, as a part of the opening ceremonies of the 2010 National Mid-Year Convention. The MOA was about the reprinting of Manual of Practice for Efficient Lighting, Road way lighting, building.

First Row, Engr. Noel Verdote, Project Manager, PELMATP, Dir. Raquel Huliganga, Project Director, Engr. Gregorio Y. Guevarra, IIEE National President and Engr. Armando R. Diaz, VP-Internal Affairs, together with the IIEE Board of Governor during the MOA signing with DOE

(b.) Courtesy visit with the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) Acting President, Roque Corpuz on April 12, 2010. (c.) Deliberation by PRC for the Most Outstanding EE Professional on April 20, 2010. (d.) Interview by GMA 7 on the Electrical Safety at Home. It was conducted at the IIEE National Office and was aired on April 11, 2010 with the GMA 7 Sunday Program, Mel and Joey. (e.) Bechtel Corporation of Australia last May 27, 2010. (f.) PHILGBC on June 18, 2010. (g.) The Department of Energy (DOE) on June 18, 2010 on the finalization of PELMATP Project

VIII. Technical Seminars The Professional Training and Development Committee chaired by Engr. Eusebio Gonzales conducted three seminars for the quarter: (1) Electrical Grounding (2) Substation Design and (3) SCADA.

2010 Board of Governors during the PRC Awards Night

For your individual and chapter concerns or inquiries, you can e-mail the IIEE National Secretariat at : technical@iiee.org.ph or administration@iiee.org.ph.

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IIEE NEWS

Southern Cavite Chapter

Embarks on Social Civic Activities By Engr. Florencio D. Berenguel, Southern Luzon Regional Governor

The IIEE Southern Cavite Chapter (SCC), Technological University of the Philippines-Cavite Extension Unit and the Kiwanis Club of Dasmariñas (KCDC), in cooperation with the Barangay Officials of Salitran I conducted a social civic activity entitled “Adopt A Barangay” at Sityo Putohan, Brgy. Salitran, Dasmariñas, Cavite on April 10, 2010. Sityo Putohan, Brgy. Salitran is one of the most depressed areas in the City of Dasmariñas. The organizers selected the residents of the said barangay to be the beneficiaries of the said program. The selected children of Barangay Putohan, accompanied by their respective parents, actively participated in different games and showcased their talents to the delight of the organizers. Rewards such as chocolates, candies and toys were given as prizes to all the winners and for those kids who braved to showcase their talents. The program included various valuable activities such as feeding programs and gift giving. The IIEE SCC distributed more than 50 new colorful slippers of all kinds and shapes for the selected kids on the said barangay. Mr. Benigno A. Talatala Chapter Treasurer, Mr. Antonio L. Elepaño, Chapter Auditor and Engr. Andrew Bitancor, VP-Internal Affairs, assisted the children to find the right size of slippers for their feet and made the distribution orderly. The program included a lecture on personal hygiene conducted by Dr. Merlinda Soriano.

Dr. Merlinda demonstrates the simple tips in washing hands with a rhyme and the attentive children watching her while one of them participated in the demo Residents from Sitio Putohan are expecting for a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) which will be signed among the IIEE SCC, TUP-Cavite and the KCDC to continuously help and adopt their barangay.

Bicol Region Chapters Conduct Socio-Civic Program

By Engr. Armin Jesus R. Nagera, Bicol Regional Governor

True to its service to the community, the Sorsogon Chapter and Iriga Rinconada Chapter conducted an Adopt a School Outreach Program. The Sorsogon Chapter, headed by its Chapter President Engr. Domiciano S. Dela Rosa, Jr., conducted an Adopt A School to the Sorsogon Pilot Elementary School on April 17 and Iriga Rinconada Chapter, headed by Engr. Enrico S. Lozano to the Iriga City Central School on May 24-28, 2010, through providing free electrical inspection and rewiring. The program aims to provide free electrical inspection and safety assessment to the said elementary schools before the opening of SY 2010-2011 on June 2010. Part of the Adopt A School Program was the Chapter President's Meeting attended by four chapter presidents.

The Iriga City-Rinconada Chapter Officers during the Brigada Eskwela 2010 at Iriga City Central School

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IIEE NEWS

Southern Mindanao Chapters Conduct Electrician Training Course and Energy Saving Tips

By Engr. Crisanto C. Sotelo, Southern Mindanao Regional Governor To help the electricians improve their skills and to learn new technologies, the Davao Del Sur Chapter conducted an Electrician Training Course on April 30, 2010 at Digos City, Davao del Sur. The activity was headed by Silvestre Noval Jr., Chapter President. Twenty-two (22) barangay electricians participated in the electrician training course. This was the second batch of electricians after the success of the first electrician training course.

The event was in parallel to the Institute's objective on assisting fellow electrical practitioners in their professional development. The Kidapawan Chapter, in cooperation with COTELCO regularly conducts its weekly seminar on Energy Saving Tips and Safety, every Monday and Friday. This program is supported by the officers and members of Kidapawan Chapter, headed by its Chapter President Edgar Alada and from COTELCO General Manager, Mr, Ely Collados.

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IIEE NEWS

Olongapo Chapter Hosts

the 12th Central Luzon Regional Conference By Engr. Alvin M. Farrales, Central Luzon Regional Governor

The Central Luzon Region once again gathered its members as the IIEE Olongapo Chapter hosted the 12th Central Luzon Regional Conference held at the Columban College Hotel and Resort, Barrio Barreto, Olongapo City on April 28-30, 2010. The event was attended by seventy four (74) participants coming from the various chapters in the Region.

acknowledged the sponsors and organizing committees that made the event possible. Before the actual closing, Engr. Alvin M. Farrales, Central Luzon Governor, extended his appreciation to all the guests, visitors, exhibitors and delegates.

The three-day event included plant tour, fellowship night and technical and product presentations. Prior to the conference was the plant tour at the NGCP Substation Compound, Kale Beach, Olongapo City. The opening ceremony was graced by Hon. Vice Mayor Cynthia Cajudo of Olongapo City. The event showcased a series of technical presentations. Topics discussed were Power System Maintenance (Transformer, Power Circuit Breaker, etc.) by Engr. Rodolfo R. Pe単alosa, 1995 IIEE National President and Former BEE Chairman; Continuing Professional Education by Engr. Hipolito A. Leoncio, 2008 IIEE National President; Changes in PEC I 2009 Edition by Engr. Jaime V. Mendoza, BEE Member; Bio Gas as Renewable Energy Source by Engr. Emil Neri, Chairman, IIEE Advocacy Group; Hazardous and Toxic Waste Management by Engr. Jozane F. Jalbuena; Renewable Energy for Electricity Generation by Engr. Mel Fonollera, 1988 IIEE National President; Rules for REE and RME under the Provision of RA 7920 by Engr. Francis V. Mapile, BEE Member; and Orientation on How to Become a PEE by Hon. Fortunato C. Leynes, BEE Chairman.

Engr. Gregorio Y. Guevarra, National President with Engr. Alvin M. Farrales, Central Luzon Regional Governor during the Formal Opening of the Exhibits

There were also various product presentations by notable companies such as the American Wire and Cable Co. To strengthen the camaraderie of the electrical practitioners coming from the region, the most awaited fellowship night was held on April 29. The conference also hosted two valuable meetings such as the Chapter President's Meeting and the 4th Regular Board Meeting. The Closing Ceremonies capped the three-day event. Engr. Ramon C. Zavalla, host Chapter President

2010 Board of Governors with the officers of Central Luzon Region

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IIEE NEWS

Cagayan de Oro Chapter Hosts 15TH Northern Mindanao Regional Conference

By Engr. Cesar V. Sanchez, Northern Mindanao Regional Governor

The 15th Northern Luzon Regional Conference was successfully held last June 24-26, 2010 at the Grand Caprice, Lim Ket Kai Convention Center, hosted by the Cagayan De Oro Chapter. Prior to the formal opening of the regional conference, several activities were held: Fun golf tournament at Del Monte Golf Course, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon; Plant tour at CEPALCO Solar PV Farm and skills competition by the Lineman's Rodeo for Electric Utility and Cooperative.

he expressed his warmest appreciation to all the people who made the event a success, such as the exhibitors, sponsors, guests, visitors and delegates. Furthermore, he commended the Cagayan De Oro Chapter for successfully hosting the event, with the cooperation of the other chapters of the region.

Engr. Emmanuel D. Abellanosa, National Grid Corporation of the Philippines,Head of Mindanao Operations and Maintenance graced the opening ceremonies as the guest speaker. The event included several technical presentations with the aim of creating an avenue towards the technical advancement of delegates. Topics discussed were (1) Partial Discharge Insulation Measurements for Power Transformers and Generators (2) CPE Implementing Rules (3) Rules for REE and RME Under the Provision of RA 7920 (4) Significant Changes to the 2009 PEC (5) Determining Short Circuit Currents by Simple Drawing (6) Terminating AC & Motor Controllers (7) Biogas As a Renewable Source of Energy (8) Overview of Protected Relaying (9) Substation Design (10) DSM and Energy Efficiency Initiatives in the context of Open Access and Retail Competition (10) Renewable Energy for Electricity Generation (11) Effects of Poor Quality in the Operation and Performance of Electric Motor (12) ARC Flashes (13) Grounding System (14) Climate Change Orientation (15) Power Transformer Theory (16) Electrical Hazardous Waste Management.

Formal Opening of the exhibit with the Guest Speaker, Engr. Emanuel D. Abellanosa

Notable companies participated in the technical product presentation such as the Phoenix Petroleum Philippines, Inc., EZPower Corp., Phelps Dodge, Phils., Panasonic Electric Works Sales, Phils. Corp., LEADCORE Technology System, Inc., Greenlee C.P Electrical Corp., Omron, CESTCO, American Wire and Cable Co., Inc. , and LJ Industrial Fabrication, Inc. The three-day event was formally closed through the banging of gavel by Engr. Cesar V. Sanchez, Northern Mindanao Regional Governor. In his closing remarks,

Intermission number during the opening ceremony showcasing the traditional dance of pineapple harvessing in the region

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IIEE NEWS

IIEE PARTICIPATES IN PRC AWARDS NIGHT 2010 The Professional Regulation Commission and the Philippine Association of Professional Regulatory Board Members, Inc. (PAPRB) successfully conducted the Awarding Ceremonies for the 2010 Outstanding Professionals and Outstanding Accredited Professional Organization last June 18, 2010 at Fiesta Pavilion, Manila Hotel with the theme “Convergence of Filipino Professionals Towards Global Challenges”. The event was conducted in coordination with the Foundation for Outstanding Professionals, Inc. (FOP) and the Philippine Federation of Professional Associations, Inc. (PFPA). Engr. Rodolpo R. Peñalosa, Former BEE Chairman and 1995 IIEE National President was conferred by the PRC as the 2010 Most Outstanding Professional in the field of Electrical Engineering. The IIEE was one of the seven (7) nominees for the title of the Most Outstanding Accredited Professional Organization (MOAPO) 2010. IIEE 2010 Board of Governors, Committee Officers, the Ladies Auxiliary and the Council of Former Presidents expressed their support by gracing the occasion.

Above Photo: Presidents and Representatives of the 2010 Most Oustanding Accredited Professional Organization nominees. Below Photo: Engr. Rodolfo R. Peñalosa and family, with the Former Presidents and IIEE Committee.

IIEE WELCOMES SUCCESSFUL NEW PEE, REE AND RMEs The Board of Electrical Engineering (BEE) announced the result of the Electrical Engineering Licensure Exam two (2) days after the last day of examination. Three (3) Professional Electrical Engineers, 457 out of 1611 Registered Electrical Engineer examinees and 539 out of 1,408 Registered Master Electrician examinees passed the examination held in the different areas of the country such as Manila, Baguio, Cagayan De Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo and Legazp last May 25-27, 2010. The licensure examination was given by the members of the Board of Electrical Engineering, Hon. Fortunato C. Leynes, Chairman, Hon. Francis V. Mapile and Hon. Jaime V. Mendoza, Members. The Institute welcomes the new breed of electrical practitioners!

Successful passers of the licensure examination

Successful New Professional Electrical Engineers 1.Enrico Dayrit Calica 2.Romeo Calumpong Grefaldia 3.Louie Bag-ao Ragas

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IIEE NEWS

11th Annual National Student Convention By: Jonathan L. Llave and Rowelle M. Roque CSC Batch 23 Officers

The Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers – Council of Student Chapters Batch 23 conducted its 11th Annual National Student Convention at the Technological Institute of the Philippines – Manila last February 17 – 19, 2010. It was a three day activity that aims to unite and build the camaraderie of its affiliated school chapters all over the country with the theme “Leading in Green Solution to Climate Change”. The 11th Annual National Student Convention officially opened at exactly 10 o' clock in the morning. After that, a Chapter Representative’s Meeting was conducted. It was headed by the 2010 Student Affairs Committee Chairman, Engr. Roberto C. Ocampo. Through this meeting, several concerns of the members regarding membership I.D., discount and privileges were discussed. Included in the discussion were the plans of the CSC for the incoming school year. The first part of the mega seminar was the technical and non-technical discussions by different professionals. This aims to broaden the technical and non-technical knowledge of the participants in the different fields of electrical engineering. Simultaneous to this was the opening of the exhibit booths at the lobby of the Technological Institute of the Philippines – Manila Arlegui Campus. It serves as a viewpoint for the participants to let them know what they are dealing with in the future. On the last part, the 3rd MR. & MS. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Participants of the Mega Seminar

PAGEANT was conducted. The pageant symbolizes the fact that Electrical Engineering students are not only for books and calculators; they are also talented, handsome and beautiful and can engage in the field of beauty and fashion. This aims to improve the personality of the student members by developing their special talents and social skills and will help them develop a strong sense of self and foster camaraderie among the candidates. The second day of the seminar was a continuation of the technical and non-technical topics. Simultaneous to this was the STUDENT ACHIEVERS AWARD followed by the MOST OUTSTANDING CHAPTER AWARD. The STUDENT ACHIEVERS AWARD is a search for the most outstanding Electrical Engineering student; those with outstanding contributions, who shows an intensity of competency, passion, and remarkable excellence in the different field of endeavors. This activity was participated by five (5) participants who are subdivided in two (2) categories: the Leadership Award and Academic Excellence. The Leadership Award focuses on exemplary work of an individual in the development of his/her community or organization depicting his/her commitment, conviction, and dedication. Ms. Gretchen Mae C. Calapit of Mariano Marcos State University got the Leadership Award because of her participation in different activities not only within the school but also outside. On the other hand, the Academic Excellence Award focuses on those who are outstanding in academics especially in the major subjects of Electrical Engineering including mathematics. These students showed an outstanding performance in their academics and extra-curricular activities. The one chosen is Ms. Sweetheart Kelly A. Abratique. The third award is the MOST OUTSTANDING SCHOOL CHAPTER AWARD which aims to recognize the most outstanding school chapter in the present school year, 2009- 2010. It also aims to encourage student chapters to conduct educational activities, sports, social and civic activities for the benefit of their members. Another important aim is to improve the number of IIEE student members in each chapter. This activity was participated by three (3) schools namely, MAPUA Institute of Technology (MIT), Technological Institute of the Philippines-Manila (TIPManila) and University of Batangas (UB). The participants showed their eagerness to learn, to socialize and to show their physical and academic competency with others through the activities they conducted and participated. It

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IIEE NEWS

The 6th Skills Olympics

On the last day, the Philippine Electrical Code Quiz Show was conducted. This show brings camaraderie to all IIEECSC affiliated Schools across the archipelago. Its primary objective aim is to instill to all Electrical Engineering Students the importance of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC) in the practice of the Electrical Engineering profession. In the early part of the day, a turnover ceremony of the books on Efficient Lighting was conducted headed by Hon. Loreta G. Ayson, Undersecretary of the Department of Energy. The books were distributed to the affiliated schools that participated in the Philippine Electrical Code Quiz Show. Later that day, the quiz show proper was done. It was participated by 22 Schools, together with the defending champion Technological Institute of the Philippines – Manila. Engr. Emil Marabulas, Engr. Jesus Santos, Engr. Gem Tan and Engr. William Yang of the PEC committee of the IIEE were the members of the Board of Judges of the Quiz Show. After a series of questions and answers, the Bicol University with the total of 21 points was declared the champion for this years Philippine Electrical Code Quiz Show. The Cagayan State University and Technological Institute of the Philippines – Manila were the 2nd and 3rd placers, respectively.

The Board of Judges of PEC 1 Quiz Show was a close fight for these three schools. Among these three, the University of Batangas got the title of the Most Outstanding School Chapter. This university has the largest number of IIEE- CSC members which made them a step ahead against the others. In the afternoon, the 6th Skills Olympics was conducted. This activity aims to instill to the Electrical Engineering students the vitality and importance of skills and practical application of the electrical engineering technology. It was been participated by different schools, together with the defending champion Camarines Sur Polytechnic College – Nabua, wherein they were given questions for them to analyze and make the necessary application, applying the standards in the Philippine Electrical Code. The Skills Olympics took almost 4 hours to complete and in the end the team of Bicol University was declared the champion.

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IIEE NEWS

24th Annual Leadership Workshop By: Mary Jane B. Nuñez, VP-Internal Affairs I as one of those who were able to joined the 24th Annual Leadership workshop held in Batulao, Batangas last May 2123, 2010 felt so lucky and blessed. I felt this way in a sense that for almost thousands of Electrical Engineering students here in the Philippines, I was chosen and given the chance to become part of the said event. Being informed only three days before and having no idea on what may come along and happen, I felt nervous and uncomfortable at the same time. This three-day event is one of my unforgettable experiences. The workshop from the very beginning to the end taught me and my batchmates things that we may never learned in school. This is especially so for those related with camaraderie, leadership, and personality skills. All of these were taught

The CSC Batch 24v during the Official Closing Ceremonies of the workshop by means of seminars and the like. This event also makes us learn how to trust ourselves and others, work as one and be united. As much as possible, we are to be open to one another and fix those misunderstanding by means of friendly disagreement. We never let any one of our batchmate down and feel not important, for we are consider all as part of one team. We develop and improve ourselves by being proactive and optimistic, thus enabling us to become a better person & leader.

The CSC Batcb 24 after the three-day workshop

On the other hand, I believe that the great impact of the activity concerns acceptance and appreciation. Most of all, we learn to accept another’s strength and weaknesses. We appreciate them and love them, expecting nothing in return. Here in IIEE-CSC, we are considered as one family, and I’m very glad to be a member and part of this family.

CSC BATCH 24 NEW SET OF OFFICERS National Executive Committee

Emerson Gaw National Executive Chairman Mary Jane B. Nuñez National Executive Vice-Chairperson for Internal Affairs Gay Lord R. Antolin National Vice-Chairman for External Affairs Francis Kenneth F. Gubalane National Executive Vice-Chairman for Technical Affairs

STANDING COMMITTEE Paul Ian T. Jovena Chairman, Ways and Means Committee Mark Vincent P. Fernandez Co-Chairman, Ways and Mean Tresha Irish M. Paglinawan Chairman, Education Committee Rojhanni S. Fornis Co-Chairman, Education Committee

Josefina B. Policarpio II National Executive Secretary

Micah Ruth L. Yu Chairman, Membership Committee Aida V. Cariño Co-Chairman, Aida V. Cariño

Matthew Benedict Lorenze B. Ronco National Executive Treasurer

ADHOC COMMITTEE

Jeffrey SD. Sandoval National Executive Auditor

Edwin R. Sta. Maria Chairman, Regional Development Committee Marivic P. Ariola Co-Chairman, Regional Development Committee

Aephraim Jay E. Frias Chairman, Privilege Committee Chairman, Research and Information System Raymond G. Bucag Chairman, Career Orientation Committee Chairman, Convention Committee

Chairman, OJT Assistance Committee Co-Chairman, Booksharing Committee Ferdinand E. Ramos Chairman, Sport Committee Alberto T. Soliva Chairman, Documentation Committee

Gabriel Brenbon R. Sabangan Chairman, Sponsorship Kristine Joy B. Cruz Chairman, Marketing Committee Marivic P. Ariola Chairman, Junior Council of Student Chapter (JCSC) Kim Zyrine N. Cortan Chairman, EET (Tech) Chairman, Book Sharing Committee Mayra J. Zantua

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IIEE NEWS

THE 2010 NATIONAL MID-YEAR CONVENTION AND GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Another event marked in the history of the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IIEE) as it held its 2010 National Mid Year Convention and General Membership Meeting on May 27-29, 2010 at the exclusive venue of Baguio Country Club, Baguio City Philippines. Almost one thousand delegates coming from the different regions of the Institute, with the participation of national and committee officers made the convention fruitful and an enormous success. 16 THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER MAGAZINE 2ND QUARTER 2010

IIEE NEWS

The 2010 Board of Governors during the Opening of the Convention

Each region of the Institute were well represented by its chapter members during the mid year convention

Engr. Roque “Rex” Corpuz, Acting President and Chief Executive Officer of National Grid Corporation of the Philippines graced the opening ceremonies as the keynote speaker.

(20) Energy Management. The event also featured plant tour, golf tournament and skills olympics. Such activities were designed to promote professional development and the advancement of technical skills of the electrical practitioners. Furthermore, the activities were conducted to strengthen the camaraderie of the members of the Institute.

For the second time since 2009, the NMYC was held outside the Metro Manila and this time was hosted by the IIEE Baguio Bengeut Chapter, under the inspiring leadership of Regional Governor Engr. Francis R. Calanio and the very dedicated committee chairmen and members of the this year's NMYC working committees. Bannering its 2010 theme “Leading in Green Energy Solutions to Climate Change”, the event showcased the latest state-of-the-art technological products presented by the different able companies. Various technical sessions were also took part in the convention with technical topics on (1) Substation Design (2) Differential Protection of Power Transformer (3) Meeting the Interrupting Rating Requirements of the Philippine Electrical Code (4) Nuclear Energy for Power Generation (5) Metering Innovation (6) Tackling Energy Challenges Through Energy Efficiency Solutions (7) Renewable Energy For Electricity Generation (8) Biogas as source of Energy (9) Change-Over Switches (10) Power Forum (11) CPE Implementing Guidelines (12) Wiring Devices and HF Lighting (13) Short Circuit Analysis Using Simple Drawings (14) Energy Efficiency For Industrial and Commercial Facilities (15) How to become a PEE (16) Rules for REE and RME Under the Provision of RA 7920 (17) Changes in PEC 2009 (18) Partial Discharge Insulation Measurements for Power Transformers and Generators (19) Application of Different Energy Saving Lamp and Wiring Devices and

The Closing Ceremonies capped the three-day event. Engr. Chris Faelnar served as the keynote speaker of the ceremonies. Before officially closing the convention, Engr. Calanio, Northern Luzon Regional Governor, in his closing remarks, acknowledged all the sponsors, guests, exhibitors, delegates, and all the people who made the convention a resounding success.

Awarding of Golf tournament

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IIEE SNAPSHOTS

The 2010 IIEE Officers during the PRC Awards Night

Council of Student Chapters Batch 24 New Set of Officers

iiee-ercsa’s visit to IIEE National Head Quarter last July 22, 2010. From L -R: Engr. Ramon P. Ayaton – Head, Technical Dept. (IIEE National); Engr. Rommy S. Ebarola - Chapter President 2010 (iiee-ercsa); Engr. Gregorio Y. Guevarra – Incumbent National President; Engr. Clem P. Catungal - VP- Internal Affairs 2010 (iiee-ercsa); Engr. Arthur Lopez 2000 IIEE National President

The Board of Electrical Engineering with Engr. Rodolfo Peñalosa during the Oath taking of New Board Passers

Bicol region chapter officers during the Adopt-a-School program and chapter presidents meeting at Sorsogon city

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QUARTERLY INDUSTRY NEWS DIGEST

Electricity Reaches Mangyan Village

www.nea.gov.ph

Electricity finally reaches the Mangyan tribe community in Sitio Bait, Barangay Panaytayan in the Municipality of Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro, about 230 kilometers from the provincial capital of Calapan City. “Our mission is to bring the benefits of electricity to our people regardless of situation in all corners of the country. Congratulations to Oriental Mindoro Electric Cooperative, Inc. (Ormeco) for a mission well accomplished in bringing light to the village and to the lives of our brother Mangyans in the mountains of Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro,”said Administrator Edita S. Bueno. Ormeco GM Romeo N. Cuasay (inset) energizes the house of Mr. Raymindo Buyayao in the Mangyan tribe community of Sitio Bait, Panaytayan, Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro on March 2, 2010. A subsidy from the National Electrification Administration (NEA) amounting to Php 2.188M was used for the construction of line extension to 3 sitios in Mansalay namely: Makawato in Barangay Villa Celestial; Nalwak, Poblacion and Bait, in Panaytayan. The first two sitios were energized in December, 2009. As of March 2010, Ormeco has already energized 1,983 sitios or 78.57% of its potential. “By energizing the far-flung mountainous Mangyan village, Ormeco has proven that missionary electrification can go hand in hand with operational efficiency,” the Administrator added. Ormeco, in spite of missionary electrification works, has been a consistently top performing electric cooperative. In the recently concluded EC Lumens Awards, it has garnered nine awards and citations including EC of the Year and General Manager of the Year for Mr. Romeo Cuasay. A symbolic energization ceremony was done at the house of Mr. Raymundo Buyayao. The ceremony was spearheaded by GM Cuasay and witnessed by Mansalay Vice-Mayor Rey de Lara, Board of Directors, Department and District Managers, local

ERC

officials of Barangay Panaytayan and NEA, represented by Public Affairs Office Director Judith Alferez. The residents of Sitio Bait through their local leaders expressed their profound gratitude to ORMECO, local officials of Mansalay and NEA. Definitely, the availability of electricity will improve the quality of life, stimulate productivity and education of the 75 Mangyan families in the area. As part of its collective and unified commitment to provide continuous reliable, adequate and affordable electric service, Ormeco is presently constructing a mini-hydro project located in the Municipality of San Teodoro with a total capacity of 4.2MW or 2.1 MW per cascade. The project which is targeted to be operational in 2011, will result to a more sufficient and reliable power supply and at the same time lower the present tariff to at least one peso per kilowatt hour.

shares regulatory expertise with Bhutan Electricity Authority (BEA)

www.erc.gov.ph

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) hosted the delegates from Bhutan Electricity Authority (BEA) during their Philippine 07 May 2010 study mission visit. The delegation from BEA was composed of its Chairman, Commissioners, and its Officiating Chief Executive Officer. The purpose of BEA’s visit was to learn from the ERC’s experience in regulating the restructured electric power industry in the Philippines, particularly the conduct of public hearings, public consultations and the rate making process. The ERC and BEA have similarly undergone a restructuring of their respective electric industry in 2001 when both agencies were established by virtue of each country’s laws (i.e. Electric Power Industry Reform Act or EPIRA for the ERC and Electricity Act of Bhutan for BEA). In the case of Bhutan, however, a state monopoly still exists in the electricity industry, since its government owns and controls the supply of electricity and, thus, prices of electricity are determined by the government and not driven by market forces. The ERC provided a discussion on its Rules of Practice and Procedure governing the hearings before the ERC, as well as the newly-adopted Performance-based rate-setting (PBR) for

the transmission and privately-owned distribution utilities and the Rules for Setting the Electric Cooperatives’ Wheeling Rates (RSEC-WR). Impressed with the comprehensiveness and rigor of the ERC’s Rules of Practice and Procedure, BEA’s Chairman, Hon. Sonam Tshering, expressed his intention to pattern BEA’s rules for hearing from the ERC’s version. Including the BEA, delegates from the regulatory authorities of six (6) countries have visited the Philippine ERC - namely, South Korea (Korea Electricity Commission or KOREC), Vietnam (Electricity Regulatory Authority of Vietnam or ERAV), Kenya (ERC), Tanzania (Energy and Water Utilities Authority or EWURA) and Thailand (ERC). The Philippines was observed to be one of the most advanced in terms of electric power industry restructuring and regulation among the other developing countries. “The ERC’s vision to become Asia’s benchmark for excellence in power regulation is not far-fetched. It is moving slowly but surely towards the one of the supreme goals of EPIRA - that is Open Access and Retail Competition – while adhering to its mission to protect the long-term interests of the electricity consumers,” ERC Chairperson Zenaida G. Cruz-Ducut concluded.

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CUSTOMERS TO SEE NET REDUCTION IN JUNE ELECTRICITY BILLS www.meralco.com.ph The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) announced today that customers will see an overall average reduction in their electricity bills for the month of June. For residential users, the reduction is around 10 centavos per kwh. Meralco Utility Economics Head Ivanna dela Peña said, “The reduction was caused by a decrease in transmission and system loss charges which declined by P0.1541 per kWh and P0.0282 per kWh, respectively, for residential customers. While the generation charge registered an increase of P0.0844 per kWh, this was more than offset by the combined reduction of P0.1823 per kwh in transmission and system loss charges, resulting to a net reduction of P0.0979 per kwh for residential users in these three pass-through charges.” The lower transmission charge was a result of the zero backup charge of the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), arising from the non-availability of back-up capacity for the supply month of May. Back-up capacity is one of the ancillary services recovered through NGCP’s billings. Other ancillary services include load following and frequency regulation, spinning reserve, and black start capability. System loss charges, meanwhile, saw a reduction due to the lowering in system loss level from 8.21 percent to 8.01 percent, comparing the 12-month period ending March 2010 to that

ending April 2010 which were used in the computation of system loss charges for May and June 2010. The generation charge increased due to higher effective cost of power sourced from the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) and the National Power Corporation (NPC). Demand was still very high in May because of the summer heat. A residential customer consuming 100 kwhs will have his bill reduced by around P11 this June. For one consuming 200 kwhs, the reduction is much higher at around P27, factoring in the attendant reduction in taxes and other bill components. For 300 kwhs, the customer will see a bill reduction of around P40. Customers are also expected to register lower consumption this June with the onset of the rainy season. This is the second straight month that the overall electricity bill has gone down. External Communications head Joe Zaldarriaga said, “With the entry of the rainy season, we expect the hydroelectric plants, which generate much cheaper power, will begin operating at nearly full capacity. The increase in generating capacity combined with lower demand because of the cooler weather is expected to dampen prices in the WESM. Hopefully, these factors can help bring down electricity rates even further.”

Meralco shares energy saving tips www.meralco.com.ph

April 28 The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) reminded all its customers to use electricity wisely during these hot summer months since consumption significantly increases during this period. Meralco External Communications Manager Joe Zaldarriga said that simple but often neglected energy saving tips are a big help in lowering electricity use most especially in households. “Very simple tips such as using compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) instead of incandescent bulb, doing your ironing and laundry in bulk and opening refrigerators only when needed will, in one way or the other, help a household save electricity," Zaldarriaga added. Meralco also stated that appliances will operate more efficiently and use less energy when it is in good working order. "We also advise our customers to make sure that their

household appliances are well maintained in order to cope with the expected increase in its usage." Some appliances known to use up a lot of electricity during summer include air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, electric fans, water pumps and entertainment appliances like TV's and computers among other appliances. Meralco also said that customers may unplug their appliances when not in use, specifically those which have a stand-by mode function. Simply turning these appliances off is not enough because electrical appliances/devices still consume power while in stand-by mode. For more information on Meralco's energy saving tips, including access of the Meralco Appliance Calculator (MAC), customers are advised to visit Meralco's website at www. meralco.com.ph or to get in touch with its Call Center hotline at 16211.

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ERC approves 57 distribution utilities’ applications to maintain Meter Shops www.erc.gov.ph

June 21, 2010 The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), as of 28 June 2010, has already approved a total of fifty-seven (57) applications filed by fifty-seven (57) distribution utilities (DUs) for a Certificate of Authority (CA) to maintain a Meter Shop. The Philippines has one hundred forty (140) DUs composed of 120 rural electric cooperatives and 20 private utilities. The applications were filed pursuant to ERC Resolution No. 12, series of 2009 adopting the “Rules and Procedures for the Test and Maintenance of Electric Meters of Distribution Utilities”. The Rules’ Section 2.1 requires DUs providing metered electric service to maintain their individually-owned or group of DU-owned Meter Shop, unless specifically exempted by the ERC. The Meter Shop will be responsible for the routine testing, repair, and calibration of electric meters and other auxiliary devices and equipment essential to the metering of electric power and energy. There have been, so far, eight (8) DUs which applied and were granted exemption from maintaining their own Meter Shops when they proved that it is more feasible for them to engage the services of an independent Meter Shop.

The CA is valid for three (3) years and may be renewed upon application. The renewal will depend on the ERC’s assessment on whether the meter shop had been consistently operating satisfactorily. The ERC promulgated the concerned Rules and Procedures with the intent of providing guidance to DUs in the testing and maintenance of electric meters to ensure the highest level of confidence of the consumers on the accuracy of the DUs’ billing meters. The DUs must make sure that all electric meters in service are tested and sealed by the ERC. With respect to meters already in service, these should be tested at least once every two (2) years in accordance with a statistical sampling program approved by the ERC. “These Rules and Procedures involve delegated and costefficient measures meant to promote and protect the interest of electricity consumers. There are more than 8 million residential electric meters in the country. Innovations and scientific statistical monitoring systems have provided ways of ensuring that electric meters are accurate through systematic testing and maintenance and regular monitoring checks,” ERC Chairperson Zenaida G. Cruz-Ducut concluded.

Rural Electrification Legacies Chronicled in Coffee Table Books www.nea.org.ph “Green Light at Forty”, a coffee table book on the legacies of the National Electrification Administration, its partner electric cooperatives and the Rural Electrification Program has been released in line with the observance of the 40th foundation anniversary of the state-run corporation. The book chronicles the struggles and victories that defined the success of the Rural Electrification in the Philippines. The 136-paged book also featured electric cooperatives that have changed the future of the countryside and the quality of life of our people. “As we are about to electrify the last mile barangay on the Program’s 40th year, we find it timely to document the toils and triumph that the “warriors of light’ have gone through in order to bring light to every nook and cranny of the Philippine archipelago. It is also fitting to look back and see at how far the Program has positively affected the lives of our people in the countryside”, said Administrator Edita S. Bueno.

As of March this year, the resurgent Pampanga I Electric Cooperative, Inc., under the leadership of General Manager Loliano Allas, unveiled “Sending out the Light” last March 5, 2010 in a grand celebration with Administrator Bueno, Pampanga Governor Eddie T. Panlilio as guests of honor. Other guests include Mayor Jerry Pelayo of Candaba, Mayor Jayson Sagum of San Luis, Mayor Luis Espino of Arayat, Mayor Rommel Concepcion of Sta. Ana, Mayor Teddy Tumang of Mexico and Mayor Romulo Pecson of Magalang. The General Managers of Aurelco, Tarelco I & II, Zameco I, Neeco I, II – Area 1 and II - Area 2, Presco and Pelco II were also present. The Nueva Ecija II – Area 2 followed with the launching of their coffee table book, “Let There be Light”. Previously in 2006, the Rural Electrification Advocates of the Philippines (REAP), in cooperation with NEA, published a coffee table book on the agency, “Light this Beloved Land”.

The Administrator has also actively encouraged the coops to document their experiences as missionary distribution utilities. In 2009, pioneering coop Misamis Oriental I Rural Electric Service (Moresco I) published “Electric Dreams Come True” and first Diamond EC-awardee Bohol I Electric Cooperative, Inc. (Boheco I) came out with “Lighting the Past,Blazing the Future”.

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TECHNICAL FEATURE

HANDLING HARMONICS…. BEFORE IT MISHANDLES YOUR SYSTEM by: Engr. Arsenio A. Abellana, PEE

I.INTRODUCTION Do you use fluorescent lights and computers?”Siyempre!” you might say. In this modern age electronic loads are very common to cater to our needs. The drawback here is that these loads wreak havoc on equipment because of the harmonic distortion they create. We have to live with this sad fact. The good news is that diagnostic tools are available to help determine exactly the extent of the harmonic effect on the affected pieces of equipment. Taking a wholistic approach, we can pinpoint and address the causes of harmonics, not just simply the symptoms. II.CONSEQUENCES OF HARMONICS Whether it is a commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities, harmonics can occur with detrimental consequences that may include: 2.1. Mal-operation of over current devices even without an overload or short-circuit; 2.2. Mysterious and random component failure in electronic devices, such as printers and personal computers; 2.3. Disturbing interactions between uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) and the emergency generator supply during extended utility power outages 2.4. Distribution-system capacity loss and power-factor penalties; 2.5. Overheating of neutral conductors, in various locations due to increased neutral current; 2.6. Capacitor operation problems such as resonant conditions, capacitor-case expansion and bursting.

III.ORIGINS OF HARMONIC PROBLEMS The two basic origins: of most harmonic related problems are: current-wave distortion and voltage-wave distortion. Please note that the lower the fault duty, the greater the impact. The most common indication of the presence of harmonics is current wave distortion. When the current demand by a particular device occurs out of phase with the electrical system's normal sine wave, current distortion happens..

Some examples of potentially current-distorting equipment include the very common fluorescent ballasts, and personal computers. Please note that only systems directly feeding the harmonic-producing loads and the neutral conductors for these systems are affected. Current-wave distortion has no significant effect on other devices connected to the same distribution system. Voltage-wave distortion, which is evident throughout the distribution system, results when instantaneous current demand exceeds the distribution system's ability to deliver power to the load. Equipment with the potential for generating voltage-wave distortion includes UPS systems, VFDs, solid-state elevator drives, arc heating units, and spot welding machines.

IV.AVAILABLE SOLUTIONS WAVE DISTORTION

FOR

CURRENT

4.1. Oversized neutral conductor A very popular approach is the oversized neutral conductor. Electronic equipment usually carries with it third-order harmonics resulting in neutral overloads. Increasing the neutral wire size will enable it to safely carry the current.. 4.2. Using k-rated transformers Standard transformers cannot handle harmonics without overheating; that’s why transformers designed to handle the additional heat resulting from harmonics, are recommended. These transformers are named k-rated transformers. At least one manufacturer says its 150 C-rise transformer has a k-rating of one, its 115 C-rise has a k-rating of 4, and its 80 C transformer has a k-rating of 13.

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TECHNICAL FEATURE

V. AVAILABLE SOLUTIONS FOR VOLTAGE DISTORTION

These models can correct all harmonic magnitudes up to their maximum capability and can eliminate harmonics concerns in electrical-distribution design

The two basic ways to eliminate voltage harmonics are: by harmonic filters placed at selected locations, and by eliminating devices that produce voltage-wave distortion by using devices that produce lower levels of harmonics.

5.2. Using devices that produce less harmonic distortion

5.1. Active harmonic filters Harmonic filters may be single-frequency, multiplefrequency, component-specific, or general-use, each with various attenuation levels. Filters can be applied at the device producing the harmonics, such as on the input of a VFD. They are designed to block frequencies the drive generates and prevent them from being reflected into the distribution systems. Attenuation levels depend on the available fault-duty of the distribution system but are generally designed to limit the maximum to 5% or 10% current THD into the distribution system. These designs can use either a resonant T or Pi shunt section for each frequency they are intended to attenuate. Active filters incorporate microprocessors to eliminate harmonics by rapidly compensating for sine-wave deviations from ideal wave forms by inverting the harmonic distortion and reinserting it into the feeder to cancel the harmonics.

Some devices have less total harmonic distortion (THD). Use them. Electronic ballasts, for example have THDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ranging from 10% to 150%.Please check carefully before buying.

SUMMARY Without careful design considerations, harmonics can cause expensive & damaging problems. As a result, each potential harmonic producer should be investigated to determine the frequency and level of harmonics so the appropriate type of filtering may be specified. Doubled neutral conductors and k-factor transformers should be used only as a last resort in existing installations to mitigate large triplen harmonic levels; and not as a routine procedure for every facility. Judicious use of harmonic filters for either a dedicated, device-specific application or on a group basis. Incorporating a single filter to handle a number of harmonic-producing loads, can be the most cost-effective way to limit harmonics in the distribution system.

AB O U T T H E AU T HOR Engr. Arsenio A. Abellana is a Senior Member of IIEE. He was the IIEE-7 regional governor in early 2007. He obtained his BSEE and BSME degrees from the Cebu Institute of Technology; and his MScEE from UP Diliman. He completed a graduate course in Advanced Power Systems from the Pensylvania State University, USA. He placed 5th in the Asst.EE board examination and 4th in the Professional EE board. He is the 2001 CIT Outstanding Alumnus in the field of Research. He has over 30 years experience in the academe and in industry occupying senior engineering management positions. Currently he is a freelance energy management/conservation consultant email address:nonet_aaa@yahoo,com

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TECHNICAL FEATURE

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM CONTROL CENTER OF MERALCO By Engr,. Rafael F. Florentino Council of Former Presidents The Distribution System Control Center of MERALCO, located at the uppermost floor of the Technical Services building within the MERALCO compound, serves to ensure continuity of service or minimize brownouts to MERALCOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s customers: residential, industrial, commercial and government sectors. The control room features a dummy large single line diagram on the front wall showing the Luzon grid. The diagram shows the generating units in each power plant, the various bulk substations, the large capacity power transformers, the transmission lines (500 kV, 230 kV), the sub-transmission lines (115 kV, 69 kV and 34.5kV), the distribution lines (13.8 kV, 4.16/2.4 kV) together with the associated power circuit breakers.

and thus restore the un-faulted section. This reduces the extent of the outage. The primary distribution feeders are prioritized according to their importance, such as giving priority to feeders that serves government and healthcare facilities. Power supplies to these facilities may be made highly reliable by means of spare PCBs or being serviced by two sources or feeders. If a system outage occurs due to faults which extent spreads to many parts of the system such as generating units, HV transmission lines or bulk substations, the responsibility of restoring service falls on the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP)

There are several computers and monitors fronting the large dummy single line diagram. These computers are divided into 3 sections, namely: the North, the Central and the South Service areas, with each area controlled by a supervisor. The monitors show a map and single line diagram of their respective service areas. The displays can be enlarged to show portions of the service area such as the substations, the kVA rating and the present kW loading of the transformers, color-coded distribution lines, names of streets where the line is routed, the air-break sectionalizing switches and others. When a fault occurs, the feeder power circuit breaker automatically trips by its protective relays. This condition is seen in one of the monitors showing the blinking of the faulted section and the sounding of an alarm. The concerned supervisor assigned to the affected service area will then alert by radio the roving or mobile unit of line personnel located nearest the faulted feeder. If the roving or mobile unit requires reinforcements or a back-up line gang, it must relay this need to another line gang in the MERALCO office who will bring to the site the needed replacement parts or equipment and other required tools. After repair is completed, the mobile unit advices the controller at the Distribution System Control Center by radio that repair had been completed and the feeder power circuit breaker can never be closed. Airbreak sectionalizing switches along the feeder line can be opened by the mobile unit while the PCB is still open to isolate the faulted section, THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER MAGAZINE 2ND QUARTER 2010 27

AMENDED SECTIONS OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE IIEE, INC.

{Only existing provisions proposed to be amended (left column) and the proposed amended provisions (right column) are printed for comparison, The amendments are in red print)

EXISTING PROVISIONS

PROPOSED AMENDMENTS

ARTICLE I. NAME, TYPE OF ORGANIZATION AND PLACE OF OFFICE

Sec. 3 PLACE OF OFFICE. The national office of the Institute shall be located in Metro-Manila with chapter offices in the various regions of the Philippines.

Sec. 3 PLACE OF OFFICE. The national office of the Institute shall be located in Metro-Manila with chapter offices in the various regions of the Philippines and in other countries.

ARTICLE III. MEMBERSHIP

The membership of the Institute shall consist of licensed and nonlicensed members, as follows:

Sec. 1 LICENSED MEMBERS: 1.1 Regular Members – Registered Electrical Engineers of all grades who have complied with membership requirements.

Sec. 1 LICENSED MEMBERS: 1.1 Regular Members – Professional Electrical Engineers and Registered Electrical Engineers of all grades who have complied with membership requirements.

1.5 Fellows – Senior Members who have qualified and have been conferred the grade of Fellow by the Board of Governors. The grade of Fellow recognizes the unusual distinction and dedicated service to the electrical engineering profession. The grade of Fellow shall be conferred only by invitation by the Board of Governors upon a life member of outstanding qualifications and experience in IIEEdesignated fields, and has made important individual contributions to one or more of these fields. To be eligible for invitation, the candidate shall currently be a Senior Member and shall have been in active professional practice for twenty (20) years or more and shall have shown significant performance over a period of ten (10) years or more. The Board shall establish the criteria in the awarding of the grade of Fellow to deserving members.

1.5 Fellows – Senior Members who have qualified and have been conferred the grade of Fellow by the Board of Governors. The grade of Fellow recognizes the outstanding distinction and dedicated service to the electrical engineering profession. The grade of Fellow shall be conferred only by invitation by the Board of Governors upon a life member of outstanding qualifications and experience in IIEE-designated fields, and has made important individual contributions to one or more of these fields. To be eligible for invitation, the candidate shall currently be a Senior Member and shall have been in active professional practice for twenty (20) years or more and shall have shown significant performance over a period of ten (10) years or more. The Board shall establish the criteria in the awarding of the grade of Fellow to deserving members.

Sec. 2 NON-LICENSED MEMBERS 2.1 Honorary Members – Deserving persons, who have contributed to the welfare and advancement of the Institute may be conferred Honorary membership by the Board of Governors in accordance with guidelines to be established by the Board.

ARTICLE IV. ADMISSION, DISCIPLINARY ACTION AND EXPULSION OF MEMBERS

Sec. 1 APPLICATION. Application for membership shall be made on forms provided for the purpose and shall be submitted to the National Office or to the local IIEE Office.

Sec. 1. APPLICATION. Application for membership shall be made on forms provided for the purpose and shall be submitted to the National Office or to the IIEE Chapter.

Sec. 2 ENDORSEMENT. The application is passed on through the Governor of the Region to the Membership Committee in the National Office or directly to the Membership Committee in the case of Metro Manila, which in turn endorses it to the Board of Governors.

Sec. 2. ENDORSEMENT. The application is passed on through the Governor of the Region to the Membership Committee in the National Office or directly to the Membership Committee in the case of Metro Manila, which in turn endorses it to the Board of Governors.

Sec. 3 ADMISSION. When the application is confirmed by the Board, the applicant, upon payment of entrance fees and annual dues is admitted as a member of the Institute. He shall then receive the corresponding certificate of membership.

Sec. 3 ADMISSION. When the application is confirmed by the Board of Governors the applicant, upon payment of entrance fees and annual dues is admitted as a member of the Institute. He shall then receive the corresponding certificate of membership and identification card.

Sec. 4 DISCIPLINARY ACTION AND EXPULSION. For violating the Constitution and By-Laws of the Institute or the Engineers’ Code of Ethics or for conduct contrary to the best interest of the Institute, a member may be censured, suspended or expelled from the Institute by appropriate resolution by the Board of Governors.

Sec. 4 DISCIPLINARY ACTION AND EXPULSION. For violating the Constitution and By-Laws of the Institute or IIEE Codes of Ethics or for conduct contrary to the best interest of the Institute, a member may be censured, suspended or expelled from the Institute by appropriate resolution by the Board of Governors. A member whose license was revoked by the Professional Regulation Commission shall cease to be a member of the Institute.

ARTICLE V. RIGHTS OF MEMBERS

Sec. 1 GENERAL. All licensed members of the Institute in good standing shall be entitled to all rights and privileges within the context of this Constitution and By- Laws, except that Associate Members and Honorary Members may not be elected as National Officers.

Sec.1 GENERAL. All licensed members of the Institute in good standing shall be entitled to all rights and privileges within the context of this Constitution and By-Laws. Only regular members shall be eligible to be elected as members of the Board of Governors.

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EXISTING PROVISIONS

PROPOSED AMENDMENTS

Sec. 2 LIST OF RIGHTS. These rights and privileges are as follows:

2.8

2.8 Members shall have access to the IIEE Library, IIEE website, and official publications.

Members shall have access to the IIEE Library.

2.11 Members shall enjoy other rights and privileges which may be deemed beneficial to the membership by the Board of Governors.

2.11 Members shall enjoy other rights and privileges which may be deemed beneficial to the membership as approved by the Board of Governors.

ARTICLE VI. FEES AND DUES

Sec. 3. SHARING OF FUNDS. The funds of the national organization shall become from its share of the annual dues, life membership fees, contributions and special assessments which the Board of Governors may prescribe for the members, donations which are received by the Institute from time to time and from other legitimate sources.

Sec. 3. SHARING OF FUNDS. The funds of the national organization shall come from its share of the annual dues, life membership fees, contributions and special assessments which the Board of Governors may prescribe for the members, donations which are received by the Institute from time to time and from other legitimate sources.

Thirty percent (30%) of the annual dues shall form part of the national operating fund. The seventy percent (70%) of the annual dues shall be for the Chapter’s operational expense. Life membership fees shall form the LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND. The yearly earnings of this Fund shall be shared as follows: 25% will be reverted back to the fund, 75% of the remaining annual earnings will be shared 30% and 70% by the National Office and the Contributing chapter.

Sec. 4 REDUCED PAYMENT. New members who join the Institute after June 30 of the year shall pay only fifty percent (50%) of the annual dues for that year.

Delete Sec. 4

Sec. 5. EARLY PAYMENT OF DUES. On or before the 31st of December of every year, any member of the Institute may pay his annual dues for the ensuing year at the national office or at the office of the chapter.

Delete Sec. 5

Sec. 6 NON-PAYMENT OF DUES. Any member who has not paid his membership dues for any given year by March 31 shall be considered a dues-delinquent member thereby he ceases to be a member in good standing.

Sec. 4 NON-PAYMENT OF DUES. Any member who has not paid his membership dues_shall be considered as dues-delinquent member thereby ceases to be a member in good standing.

Sec. 7 PAYMENT OF ARREARS. As soon as the delinquent member settles his outstanding accounts, he shall automatically become again a member on good standing.

Sec. 5 PAYMENT OF ARREARS. As soon as the dues-delinquent member settles his outstanding accounts, he shall automatically become again a member in good standing.

Sec. 8 REVISION OF FEES AND DUES. The Board of Governors may propose revision of the entrance dues, life membership fees and annual dues as the need arises.

Sec. 6 REVISION OF FEES AND DUES. The Board of Governors may prescribe revision of the entrance fees, life membership fees and annual dues as the need arises.

ARTICLE VII. BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Sec. 1 MANAGEMENT. The affairs and government of the Institute shall be managed by a Board of Governors of fifteen (15) members consisting of eight (8) Regional Governors representing the eight regions outside Metro Manila and seven (7) Governors-at-Large.

Sec. 1 MANAGEMENT. The affairs and governance of the Institute shall be managed by a Board of Governors of seventeen (17) members consisting of ten (10) Regional Governors representing the ten regions including Metro Manila and seven (7) Governors-at-Large. The immediate former president shall sit as an “ex-officio” member of the Board of Governors but shall have no voting rights, and is not included in the determination of a quorum

Sec. 2 REGIONAL GOVERNORS. For purposes of representation, the regional governors shall come from the following regions: 1. Northern Luzon 2. Central Luzon 3. Southern Tagalog 4. Bicol Region 5. Eastern Visayas 6. Western Visayas 7. Northern Mindanao 8. Southern Mindanao

Sec. 2 REGIONAL GOVERNORS. For purposes of representation, the regional governors shall come from regions stated herein. The Board of Governors shall prescribe guidelines on territorial jurisdiction of each region: A. Northern Luzon B. Central Luzon C. Metro Manila D. Southern Luzon E. Bicol F. Eastern-Central Visayas G. Western Visayas H. Northern Mindanao I. Southern Mindanao J. Western Mindanao

Sec. 3 COMPOSITION. The Board of Governors shall consist of the National President, a Vice-President for Internal Affairs, a VicePresident for External Affairs, a Vice-President for Technical Affairs, eight (8) Regional Governors, a National Secretary, a National Treasurer, and a National Auditor.

Sec. 3 COMPOSITION. The Board of Governors shall consist of the National President, a Vice-President for Internal Affairs, a VicePresident for External Affairs, a Vice-President for Technical Affairs, a National Secretary, a National Treasurer, a National Auditor and ten (10) Regional Governors.

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Sec. 4 VACANCIES. Vacancies in the Board other than those created by removal or expiration of term shall be filled by the Board of Governors from among the unsuccessful candidates in the last election who are still ready to serve, starting with the unelected candidate who garnered the highest number of votes. Should a vacancy or vacancies still exist, after this procedure, the incumbent Board of Governors, by majority vote, shall elect from among members of good standing, the replacement/s, provided the tenure of office will be for the unexpired term only.

Sec. 4 VACANCIES. Vacancies in the Board of Governors caused by removal or due to resignation, sickness and incapacity shall be filled by the Board of Governors from the candidates in the last election who are still ready to serve, starting with the non-winning candidate who garnered the highest number of votes. Should a vacancy or vacancies still exist, after this procedure, the incumbent Board of Governors, by majority vote, shall elect from among qualified members of good standing, the replacements, provided the tenure of office will be for the unexpired term only.

Sec. 5 ABSENCES. Any member of the Board of Governors who has been absent from three (3) consecutive regular meetings of the Board shall be automatically considered resigned from the Board, but not necessarily from the Institute.

Sec. 5 ABSENCES. Any member of the Board of Governors who has been absent for four (4) cumulative regular meetings of the Board shall be automatically considered resigned from the Board, but not necessarily from the Institute.

ARTICLE VIII. POWERS OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Sec. 2 CREATION OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. The Board of Governors shall create an Executive Committee whose function shall be to act on matters of general administration at such times when the Board of Governors is not in session, and to report its action to the said Board at its next meeting.

Sec. 2 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. The Executive Committee shall be composed of six (6) officers of IIEE. The officers shall be the National President, VP for Internal Affairs, VP for External Affairs, VP for Technical Affairs, National Secretary and National Treasurer. The National President shall chair the Executive Committee. The immediate former president shall sit as an “ex-officio” member of the Executive Committee but shall have no voting rights, and is not included in the determination of a quorum

To decide on routine questions of administration which the Executive Committee may refer to it for action and which do not involve alterations of policy; to recommend to the Board of Governors reforms and measures which may involve changes in the policy of the Institute and to perform such other functions as maybe vested in it by the Board of Governors. The Executive Committee shall be composed of six (6) officers of the Institute and the Executive Secretary. The officers shall be the National President, VP for Internal Affairs, VP for External Affairs, VP for Technical Affairs, National Secretary and National Treasurer. The Executive Secretary/Secretariat Head, however, is not included in the determination of a quorum and shall have no voting rights during the meeting. (As amended on June 21, 1997 Directors Meeting and Membership Meeting on July 9-12, 1997)

The Executive Committee shall a) act on matters of general administration and deliberate on matters that need Board approval during the next Board meeting; b) to decide on routine questions of administration which the Board of Governors may refer to it for action and which do not involve alterations of policy; c) to recommend to the Board of Governors reforms and measures which may involve changes in the policy of IIEE and d) to perform such other functions as maybe vested in it by the Board of Governors.

Sec. 3 CREATION OF COMMITTEES. The Board of Governors shall create the following standing committees whose actions and operation shall be subject to the approval of the Board:

Sec. 3 CREATION OF COMMITTEES. The Board of Governors shall create the following standing committees whose actions and operation shall be subject to the approval of the Board of Governors:

3.1 Scholarship Committee – to take charge of selecting the scholars and administer the scholarship fund.

3.1 Scholarship Committee – responsible for the selection of the scholars and preparation of budget for approval of the Board of Governors.

3.2 Membership and Chapter Development Committee – to take charge of the membership campaign and the creation of new chapters.

3.2 Membership and Chapter Development Committee – to take charge of the membership campaign and develop programs for improvement of members’ benefits. Coordinate with chapter presidents and regional governors on membership concerns.

3.3 Legislation and Legal Affairs Committee – to represent the Institute in government bodies for the purpose of enacting or amending legislations and laws affecting the electrical engineering practice.

3.3 Legislation and Legal Affairs Committee – to represent IIEE in government bodies for the purpose of enacting or amending legislations / laws as well as reviewing conflicts with other laws and proposed bills in Congress affecting the electrical engineering practice.

3.4 Training and Testing Committee – to take charge of the training of engineers and setting up of a testing laboratory for testing of electrical products and systems.

3.4 Professional Training and Development Committee- to oversee the training and continuing education programs for electrical practitioners.

3.5 Selection and Awards Committee – to select and recommend eligible and qualified persons as honorary members, senior members, fellows and recipients of other awards, including the yearly award for the Most Outstanding Chapter.

3.5 Selection and Awards Committee – to select and recommend eligible and qualified persons as honorary, senior members, fellows and recipients of other awards at the discretion of the Board of Governors.

3.6 Professional Practice Committee – to take charge of all aspects of professional cases including those involving violation of the Constitution and By-Laws of the Institute, and of the Engineers Code of Ethics.

3.6 Professional Practice Committee – to take charge of all aspects of professional practice in accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws of the Institute, IIEE and the Engineers Code of Ethics and the latest Electrical Engineering Law.

3.12 Planning Committee – to formulate short term and long term plans and strategies to be followed by the Institute in achieving the goals and objectives of the Institute.

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EXISTING PROVISIONS 3.13 Continuing Education Committee – to take charge of the continuing education programs including the holding of seminars and review classes.

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3.14 Student Affairs Committee – to supervise the activities and establish guidelines for the operation of electrical engineering student chapters.

3.12 Student Affairs Committee – to supervise the activities and establish guidelines for the operation of the Council of Student Chapters which is composed of electrical engineering students.

3.15 Standards Committee – to take charge of formulating and revising standards and specifications for local engineering practice as well as those for electrical products for local application which are not covered by the Bureau of Products Standards.

3.13 Standards Committee – to take charge of formulating and revising standards and specifications for local engineering practice as well as those for electrical products for local application which are not covered by the Bureau of Products Standards.

3.16 Research and Development – Responsible for research and development activities of the Institute.

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3.17 Ad Hoc Committees – The Board of Governors may create AD HOC Committees for special purposes as the needs arise.

3.14 Academic Affairs Committee – to take charge of the promotion of electrical engineering profession and establish linkages with the academe. 3.15 RME Affairs Committee – to take charge of the programs, activities and concerns of registered master electricians. 3.16 Ad Hoc Committees – The Board of Governors may create AD HOC Committees for special purposes as the needs arise.

Sec. 4 CREATION OF SPECIALTY BOARD COMMITTEE–The Board of Governors shall create a Specialty Committee whose function is to evaluate and recommend to Board of Electrical Engineering (BEE) the awarding of Certificate of Specialty to deserving electrical engineers who have the necessary training expertise and experience to render expert service such as consultation, investigation, evaluation, design, information and management of engineering services in the field of his specialty.

The Board of Governors shall appoint members of the Specialty Committee which shall be composed of Senior Member with varied specialties. During the interim period of five (5) years, members with exemplary qualifications and proven expertise in specific fields of practice in electrical engineering may be appointed.

The Specialty Board Committee shall be composed of one (1) Overall Chairman, one (1) Chairman and (1) Vice-Chairman for each identified Fields of Specialty. A pool of Evaluators for each of identified field of specialty shall be formed to assist the Specialty Committee in screening applications for Specialty Certificates. (As amended on June 21, 1997 Directors Meeting and Membership Meeting on July 9-12, 1997)

Sec. 5 CREATION OF THE COUNCIL OF FORMER IIEE NATIONAL PRESIDENTS. The Former IIEE National Presidents shall organize themselves and form a council called the Council of Former IIEE National Presidents whose task shall be to assist the Board of Governors as their Advisers, as the need arises, and to handle/undertake some projects of the organization, as the Board of Governors may assign. (As amended on June 21, 1997 Directors Meeting and Membership Meeting on July 9-12, 1997).

Sec. 5 CREATION OF THE COUNCIL OF FORMER IIEE NATIONAL PRESIDENTS. The Former IIEE National Presidents shall organize themselves and form a council called the Council of Former IIEE National Presidents whose task shall be to assist the Board of Governors as their Advisers, as the need arises, and to handle/ undertake some projects of the organization, as the Board of Governors may assign.

ARTICLE IX. DUTIES OF THE NATIONAL OFFICERS

Sec. 5 REGIONAL GOVERNORS. The Regional Governors shall be the executive officers of the Regions. They shall act as the official representatives of the Regions to the National Board. They shall render reports to their respective chapters all activities in the national level relevant to the chapters. Sec. 6 NATIONAL SECRETARY. The National Secretary shall be in charge of all correspondence and records except those pertaining to the office of National Treasurer and shall execute all resolutions of the Board. He shall issue notices for meetings, prepare the order of business thereof, write the minutes of the meetings and perform such other duties that the Board may require of him.

Sec. 5 NATIONAL SECRETARY. The National Secretary shall be in charge of all correspondence and records except those pertaining to the office of National Treasurer and shall execute all resolutions of the Board. He shall issue notices for meetings, prepare the order of business thereof, write the minutes of the meetings and perform such other duties that the Board of Governors may require of him.

Sec. 7 NATIONAL TREASURER. The National Treasurer shall be the Custodian of the funds and properties of the Institute. He shall have charge of all the books of accounts of the Institute; shall collect all the dues from the members in the National Capital Region and from the Chapter. Treasurers in the eight other regions

Sec. 6 NATIONAL TREASURER. The National Treasurer shall be the Custodian of the funds and properties of the Institute. He shall have charge of all the books of accounts of the Institute; shall collect all the dues from all the member_as well as contributions from other sources. He shall deposit them in bank/s that shall be designated by the Board of Governors and shall make only such

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as well as contributions from other sources. He shall deposit them in a bank that shall be designated by the Board of Governors and shall make only such disbursements as may be authorized by the Board and approved by the National President. He shall furnish such bonds as may be required of him and shall keep all his books of accounts open to inspection by any member. The National Treasurer shall post a bond with sufficient surety or an amount to be fixed by the Board.

disbursements as authorized by the Board of Governors._

Sec. 8 NATIONAL AUDITOR. The National Auditor shall be the guardian of the funds and properties of the Institute. He shall check all collections and disbursements and audit the books of accounts and perform such other duties as the Board may require of him.

Sec. 7 NATIONAL AUDITOR. The National Auditor shall be the guardian of the funds and properties of the Institute. He shall check all collections and disbursements and audit the books of accounts and perform such other duties as the Board of Governors may require of him. Sec. 8 REGIONAL GOVERNORS. The Regional Governors shall be the executive officers of the Regions. They shall act as the official representatives of the Regions to the Board of Governors They shall render reports to their respective members all activities in the national level.

ARTICLE X. ELECTION OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Sec. 1 ELECTION. There shall be a yearly election of the Board of Governors by secret ballot of qualified voting members. The elections shall be conducted as follows:

1.1 Not less than ninety (90) days prior to the Annual Convention, a nominating committee of five (5) to be appointed by the National President and confirmed by the Board, shall convene and prepare all papers and arrangements for the nominations.

1.1 Not less than one hundred twenty (120) days prior to the Annual National Convention, a nominating committee of seven (7) members composed of the three (3) most recent former national presidents, three (3) former regional governors, representing Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao and the incumbent national president who shall be the chairman, confirmed by the Board, shall convene and prepare all papers and arrangements for the nominations.

1.2 Not less than seventy five (75) days prior to the Annual Convention:

1.2 Not less than ninety (90) days prior to the Annual Convention:

1.2.1 Each region except Metro Manila shall send to the nominating committee at least two (2) names of members in good standing as nominees for regional governor. In case a region fails to nominate two (2) candidates for regional governor, the nominating committee shall complete the nomination. 1.2.2 The nominating committee shall select not less than twelve (12) names of members in good standing as nominees for governors-at-large. The names shall be selected from among all qualified members of the Institute. A group of five (5) or more members may recommend not more than two (2) members in good standing for consideration in the selection of nominees. 1.2.3 The names of the nominees recommended by the nominating committee shall be submitted for final confirmation of the Board. Present and former members of the Board of Electrical Engineering (BEE), having already reached the penultimate achievement of an electrical engineer, shall not be nominated as candidates for governors-at-large. (As amended on June 21, 1997 Directors Meeting and Membership Meeting on July 9-12, 1997) 1.2.4 A Commission on Election (COMELEC) shall be created and shall be composed of five (5) members from among the Former IIEE National Presidents, appointed by the President and confirmed by the Board. Its tasks are: to decide any and all protests pertinent to the election on June 21, 1997 Directors Meeting and Membership Meeting on July 9-12, 1997).

1.2.1 Each region _ shall send to the nominating committee at least two (2) names of members in good standing as nominees for regional governor. In case a region fails to nominate two (2) candidates for regional governor, the nominating committee shall complete the nomination.

1.3 The complete list of nominees, arranged alphabetically together with the corresponding brief bio-data, shall, together with the official ballots, be mailed to all the members at least fifty (50) days before the start of the convention.

1.3 The complete list of nominees, _together with the corresponding brief bio-data, shall, together with the official ballots, be mailed to all the members at least sixty (60) days before the start of the convention.

1.2.2 The nominating committee shall select not less than twelve (12) names of members in good standing as nominees for governors-at-large. The names shall be selected from among all qualified members of the Institute. _

1.2.3 The names of the nominees recommended by the nominating committee shall be submitted for final confirmation of the Board. The incumbent or former national presidents, and the present and former members of the Board of Electrical Engineering (BEE), _shall not be nominated as candidates for governors-at-large. 1.2.4 A Commission on Election (COMELEC) shall be created and shall be composed of five (5) members from among the Former IIEE National Presidents, appointed by the President and confirmed by the Board. Its tasks are: to decide any and all protests pertinent to the election of the Board of Governors and whose decision shall be final; to prepare the official ballot and the list of all the official nominees certified by the Nominating Committee in accordance with Article X, Section 1.2.1 of the IIEE By-Laws; to nominate a Board of Canvassers whose task shall be to canvass the valid votes; and to declare and announce the winners of the election. _

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1.4 Each chapter member shall vote for one (1) candidate for regional governor to represent his region and seven (7) candidates for governor-at-large. Members registered in Metro-Manila shall vote only for seven (7) candidates for governor-at-large. Each ballot shall be sealed in the accompanying envelope with the voter’s name printed and signed outside the envelope. Each member shall cast his ballot not later than 12:00 noon of the last day of the convention.

1.4 Each_member shall vote for one (1) candidate for regional governor to represent his region and seven (7) candidates for governor-atlarge._Each ballot shall be sealed in the accompanying envelope with the voter’s name printed and signed outside the envelope. Each member shall cast his ballot not later than 12:00 noon of the last day of the convention.

1.5 At the start of the National Convention, the Board of Canvassers composed of three (3) members, nominated by the COMELEC, appointed by the National President and confirmed by the Board, shall check the ballot envelopes thus far received as to the names, signatures and standing of the members who had submitted/sent them and compare/verify these against the registration cards of said members. In the presence of the COMELEC, the ballot(s) envelopes shall be opened by the Board of Canvassers and the votes counted on the last day of the convention. Before the closing of the National Convention, the Board of Canvassers shall submit the final result of their canvass to the COMELEC, who shall, in turn, declare and announce the winner, based on the submitted canvass. (As amended on June 21, 1997 Directors Meeting and Membership Meeting on July 9-12, 1997).

1.5 At the start of the National Convention, the Board of Canvassers composed of five (5) members, nominated by the COMELEC, appointed by the National President and confirmed by the Board, shall check the ballot envelopes thus far received as to the names, signatures and standing of the members who had submitted/sent them and compare/verify these against the registration cards of said members. In the presence of the COMELEC, the ballot(s) envelopes shall be opened by the Board of Canvassers and the votes counted on the last day of the convention. Before the closing of the National Convention, the Board of Canvassers shall submit the final result of their canvass to the COMELEC, who shall, in turn, declare and announce the winner, based on the submitted canvass.

Sec. 2 ELECTION OF OFFICERS. The fifteen (15) newly elected members of the Board of Governors shall elect from among the seven (7) newly elected governors-at-large, the National President, the three (3) Vice-Presidents, the National Secretary, the National Treasurer, and the National Auditor.

Sec. 2 ELECTION OF OFFICERS. The seventeen (17) newly elected members of the Board of Governors shall elect from among the seven (7) newly elected governors-at-large, the National President, the three (3) Vice-Presidents, the National Secretary, the National Treasurer, and the National Auditor.

ARTICLE XI. MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS

Sec. 2 GENERAL MEETINGS. General meetings shall be held twice a year at places to be fixed by the Board of Governors for the planning and / or undertaking of activities that will contribute to the attainment of the Institute’s objectives and for other purposes.

Sec. 2 GENERAL MEETINGS. General meetings shall be held twice a year at places to be determined by the Board of Governors for the planning and / or undertaking of activities that will contribute to the attainment of the Institute’s objectives and for other purposes.

Sec. 4 MONTHLY MEETINGS. There shall be monthly meetings of the Board of Governors on dates and places to be fixed by the Board. Special meetings may be called as the need arises, stating the purpose and the urgency for calling such meetings. On special meetings the business for which the special meeting has been called shall be given top priority in the discussions and deliberations.

Sec. 4 MONTHLY MEETINGS. There shall be monthly meetings of the Board of Governors on dates and places to be determined by the Board. Special meetings may be called as the need arises, stating the purpose and the urgency for calling such meetings. On special meetings the business for which the special meeting has been called shall be given top priority in the discussions and deliberations.

Sec.5 COMMUNICATION. The call for general meetings and conventions, regular or special, shall be by mail or by other means of communication such as telegrams, telefax, messenger service, or newspaper notices, e-mail and other mode of communications and shall be made not less than thirty (30) days before the date of the meeting.

ARTICLE XII. CHAPTERS

Sec. 1 FORMATION. Chapters may be formed in the provinces, chartered cities outside Metro-Manila, and in foreign countries, provided that each chapter will not overlap in territorial jurisdictions and will not have less than twenty (20) members. Before any Chapter is created in the same area, it should first be endorsed by the existing chapter as separated and independent chapter. The formation of a new chapter shall require the approval of the Board of Governors. (As amended on June 21, 1997 Directors Meeting and Membership Meeting on July 9-12, 1997)

Sec. 1 FORMATION. Chapters may be formed in the provinces, chartered cities outside Metro-Manila, and in other countries, provided that each chapter will not overlap in territorial jurisdictions and will not have less than twenty (20) members. Before any Chapter is created in the same area, it should first be endorsed by the existing chapter as separated and independent chapter. The formation of a new chapter shall require the approval of the Board of Governors

Sec. 3 CHAPTER OFFICERS. The newly elected members of the Board shall elect from among themselves, the Chapter President, the Vice-President, and the Secretary / Treasurer. The Auditor and the Press Relations Officer shall be appointed by the President from among the active members.

Sec. 3 CHAPTER OFFICERS. The newly elected members of the Board shall elect from among themselves, the Chapter President, the Vice-President(s),_ the Secretary, the Treasurer and the Auditor._

Sec. 4 BOARD OF DIRECTORS. The Board of Directors shall have the power to act for and in behalf of the Chapter in accordance with law, however, the Board will act only as a body.

Sec. 6 CHAPTER VICE-PRESIDENT. The Chapter Vice-President shall exercise and discharge all the powers and duties of the Chapter President in case of absence or disability of the latter.

Sec. 6 CHAPTER VICE-PRESIDENT(S). The duties and responsibilities of the Vice President(s) shall follow the national organization structure.

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Sec. 9 AUDITOR. The Auditor shall audit the books of accounts of the chapter before the end of the fiscal year or as may be directed by the Board of Directors and shall submit the same to the Board.

Sec. 10 EXECUTIVE SECRETARY. The Executive Secretary shall be in charge of executing all the Chapter resolutions approved by the Board of Directors. He shall assist the Secretary in keeping all correspondences and records of the Chapter and shall perform other duties as the Board of Directors may require of him. He may be given emoluments or compensation with the approval of the Board.

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ARTICLE XV. AMENDMENTS

Sec. 3 MEMBERSHIP APPROVAL. During a regular or special meeting called for the purpose, a majority of affirmative votes of the voting membership shall ratify the proposed amendments. The amendment must likewise be approved by majority of members of the Board.

Sec. 3 MEMBERSHIP APPROVAL. During a regular or special meeting called for the purpose, a majority of affirmative votes of the_members present shall ratify the proposed amendments

ARTICLE XVIII. CORPORATE SEAL

FISCAL YEAR. The fiscal year shall begin from the 15th day of January to the 31st day of December of each year.

Sec. 2 DEPOSITORY. The corporate seal shall be in the charge of the National Secretary. FISCAL YEAR. The fiscal year shall begin from the 1st day of January to the 31st day of December of each year

NEW BOOKS IN THE IIEE NATIONAL OFFICE LIBRARY In its commitment to provide more tangible benefits to the members, the Institute, through the Vice President for Technical Affairs, Engr. Jules S. Alcantara purchased an initial set of new books for the IIEE Library. This is part of the IIEE Library Modernization Program of the Institute, that being handled by the Library Modernization Committee, chaired by Engr. Roland P. Vasquez. 1. The Lineman’s and Cableman’s Field Manual 2. Electrical Motor Maintenance 3. Electricity and Electronics for HVAC 4. Industrial Electricity and Motor Controls 5. Handbook of Switchgears 6. Electrical Design Guide The Institute invites its members to visit the IIEE Library located at the 2nd floor, IIEE Building, 41 Monte de Piedad St., Cubao Quezon City

AN INVITATION THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER MAGAZINE invites all the Regional Governors, Chapter Officers, Students and Members to submit their contributions for publication. We will highlight significant programs in pursuit of the interest of the Institute and its community. You may send your contributed materials, comments and suggestions through e-mail: technical@iiee.org.ph at least 30 days before the end of the every quarter and coordinate with Engr. Ramon Ayaton or Publications Committee members. THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER MAGAZINE 2ND QUARTER 2010 35

INSTITUTE OF INTEGRATED ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS OF THE PHILIPPINES, INC. PRC Cert. No. I-APO-02 41 Monte de Piedad Street, Cubao 1111, Quezon City, Metro Manila Tel Nos. (632) 722 7383, 727 3552, 412 5772, 414 5626 Fax Nos. (632) 727 3545, 410 1899 Email: iiee@iiee.org.ph Website www.iiee.org.ph

PROXY FORM

2010 NATIONAL OFFICERS: GREGORIO Y. GUEVARRA

President

ARMANDO R. DIAZ

The undersigned members of the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IIEE), hereby APPOINT, NAME AND CONSTITUTE

VP-Internal Affairs

GREGORIO R. CAYETANO VP-External Affairs

(Name of your National Officer or Regional Governor or Chapter President)

JULES S. ALCANTARA

VP-Technical Affairs

as our PROXY to represent us and vote on our behalf during the approval of the proposed amendments to the IIEE Constitution and By-Laws on November 25 2010 MA. SHEILA C. CABARANAN at such meetings to be called for the purpose, as fully to all intents and purposes Treasurer as we might or could do if present and voting in person at the aforesaid meeting or meetings. LARRY C. CRUZ In case of the non-attendance of our above-named proxy, we authorize and Auditor empower the Chairman of such meeting to be our duly contituted proxy with all the powers appurtenant thereto. REGIONAL GOVERNORS: ALEX C. CABUGAO Secretary

FRANCIS R. CALANIO

Signed this

Region I

ALVIN M. FARRALES

Region II

Surname,

FLORENCIO D.BERENGUEL Region IV

ARMIN JESUS R. NAGERA Region V

MIDELO D. OCAMPO Region VI

day of Name

First Name,

2010 at

Middle Initial

1. 2. 3.

NELSON M. ROSALES 4. Region VII

CESAR V. SANCHEZ

Region VIII

CRISANTO C. SOTELO Region IX

ARTHUR N. ESCALANTE Immediate Former President

RAMON P. AYATON

Officer-in-Charge

5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.

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EE RESEARCH CONTEST 2010 GUIDELINES Objective This contest aims to promote and highlight advancement in the field of Electrical Engineering for sharing new technologies, ideas, and concepts among schools and universities that offers Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. Eligibility The following are eligible to join the contest • Undergraduate students with faculty adviser • Graduates within the year with faculty adviser • All participants must be an active IIEE member Conditions of the Contest • This is a group competition • Each group shall be composed of one (1) faculty adviser and at least two (2) students • Presentation MUST BE RENDERED by the STUDENTS • Entry to be submitted must be in accordance with the following categories as stated in these guidelines • STRICTLY One (1) entry per school Research Category Creative Research – Research should be new, creative, and innovative. Innovative projects/models including machines, gadgets, products, and processes developed by college students and faculty members. These projects/models should possess features and characteristics that may have significant contribution to the promotion of S & T innovations that are not contrary to public order, models, public health, and welfare. Research category/topics must have an EE Application and ARE NOT LIMITED TO, the following: Renewable Energy * Power Electronics Energy Conversion Energy Utilization and Environment Software Development Instrumentation and Control Mechatronics / Machine Automation Microelectronics Microcontroller-based / Microprocessor-based projects

Contestants shall select only one (1) area they consider appropriate for their entry. Contest Period and Venue Entries shall be submitted to the IIEE National Office at 41 Monte de Piedad St., Cubao,Quezon City. Last day of submission of entries is on September 15, 2010. Contest Target Date: IIEE Annual National Convention (November 2010) Evaluation The Academic Affairs Committee shall screen all entries. All entries that passed the screening shall be forwarded for endorsement to the Office of VP for Technical Affairs for final approval. Judging The Board of Judges may come from DOST, DOE, IIEE and/or other research agencies. Mechanics: • Each finalist is given a 15-minute oral presentation of their research entry • When the 15-minute time allotted for the oral presentation is over, the presenter must stop, even if the presentation is not yet finished • A maximum of 15-minute Q & A period follows after the oral presentation that will be facilitated by a session moderator • The criteria for the oral presentations are as follows: Significance & Degree of Relevance to the EE Profession 30% Degree of Inventiveness/Ingenuity 25% Clarity of Presentation 20% Extent of Usefulness 15% Market Potential 10% • Results of the contest will be announced during the closing ceremonies. • The decision of the Board of Judges is final and unappealable. • Non-winners shall be given certificates of merits for participating in the contest. • IIEE is not liable for any violation related to intellectual property rights. For more inquiries, you may contact Ms.Daisy Lopena at tel. No. 448-5211, mobile no.: 09285074140 or email address: trainings@iiee.org.ph

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