Sultan Kudarat State University (SKSU) recently hosted the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) for an evaluation visit for four academic programs: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE), Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication Engineering (BSECE), Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCpE), and Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, Major in Culinary Technology (BSIT-CT) on August 30, 2024.
The event commenced with an opening prayer, followed by a welcome address delivered by Elmer C. Buenavides, Campus Director of SKSU Isulan Campus. Engr. Meilaflor A. Paclibar, a faculty member from the College of Engineering, introduced the university’s key officials, while Dr. Rommel M. Lagumen, Dean of the College of Engineering, presented the faculty members of the College of Engineering. Additionally, Dr. Abraham A. Accad introduced the faculty of the College of Industrial Technology.
Engr. Jhan Jkem B. Fontanilla, Education Supervisor II, introduced the CHED Region XII officials and RQAT members and delivered a message from the Commission. The assessment activities included an overview presentation and document evaluation, followed by ocular visits to the facilities, laboratories and classrooms.
During the exit conference, the CHED RQAT members, including Engr. Jhan Jkem B. Fontanilla (Education Supervisor II – BSIT), Engr. Sheila Jingle A. Soriño (RQAT Member for BSCE), Engr. Victorino R. Tobias, Jr. (RQAT Member for BSECE), and Engr. Mark Bryan Tenebroso (RQAT Member for BSCpE), presented their findings and documents.
The event ended with the presentation of certificates and tokens of appreciation to the CHED officials and RQAT members, acknowledging their efforts and contributions to the evaluation process. Although the final results of the COPC Evaluation are yet to be released, SKSU remains hopeful for a favorable outcome. The effective organization of the event was ensured by the dedicated efforts of the COPC task force members.
