Article 1 Sec.2 (RA7920) Flashcards
What is the ‘Practice of electrical engineering’?
A person is deemed to be in the practice of electrical engineering when he renders or offers to render professional electrical engineering service
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What is ‘Electric supply equipment’?
Any equipment which produces or controls the supply of electric energy.
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Define ‘Electric Plants’.
An establishment or a system for the production and modification of electric energy.
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What does ‘Power plant design’ refer to?
Planning, specifying, coordinating and layouting of electrical equipment in power plants, substations and the like.
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What is a ‘Substation’?
Any building, room or separate place which encloses electric supply equipment connected to transmission or distribution lines.
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Define ‘Electrical system design’.
The choice of electrical systems..
including planning and detailing of requirements for protection, control, monitoring, coordination and interlocking of electrical systems among others.
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What is ‘Voltage’?
The highest effective potential difference between any two conductors of the circuit concerned expressed in volts.
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What does ‘Kva’ refer to?
The installed capacity of an alternating current (A.C.) electric plants or supply equipment, or the connected load of industrial plants, expressed in kilovolt-amperes.
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What is ‘Kw’ in the context of electrical engineering?
The installed capacity of a direct current (D.C.) electric plants on board watercraft expressed in kilowatts.
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Define ‘Utilization equipment’.
Energy-consuming equipment including motors, heaters, furnaces, light sources, and other devices which utilize electric energy, for any purpose.
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What is meant by ‘Industrial plant or factory’?
Manufacturing assembly plants, including engineering shops, shipyards or other business endeavors where electrical machinery and equipment are installed.
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What constitutes a ‘Commercial establishment’?
Department stores, supermarkets, shopping malls, office buildings, hotels, theaters, stadiums, condominiums, convention centers, restaurants and the like, used for business or profit.
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Define ‘Institutional buildings’.
School buildings, hospitals, museums, display centers, government buildings and the like.
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What is a ‘Watercraft’?
Any waterborne unit which is designed and built to have an electric plant.
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What does ‘Electric locomotive’ refer to?
The power plants mounted on wheels as used in the railroad transportation industry.
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What are syllabi?
Outlines embodying topics and concepts of major subjects prescribed in specific courses of study to serve as basis for test questions in the licensure examinations
Syllabi are critical for ensuring that the content covered in educational programs aligns with the requirements for licensure examinations.
What does the acronym CPE stand for?
Continuing Professional Education
CPE is essential for professionals to maintain their licenses and stay updated with industry standards.
Who is referred to as the Commissioner?
The Chairman of the Professional Regulation Commission
The Commissioner oversees the activities and functions of the Professional Regulation Commission.
What is the role of the Board in the context of electrical engineering?
Board of Electrical Engineering
The Board is responsible for regulating the practice of electrical engineering and setting standards for licensure.
What does RA 184 refer to?
Old Electrical Engineering Law (1947)
RA 184 was a significant piece of legislation governing the practice of electrical engineering prior to the enactment of newer laws.
What does the acronym PEE stand for?
Professional Electrical Engineer
A PEE is a licensed professional who has met the educational and experiential requirements set by the regulatory body.
What is the full form of ASSO EE?
Associate Electrical Engineer
An ASSO EE is a designation for electrical engineers who have not yet attained full professional status.
What does ASST EE stand for?
Assistant Electrical Engineer
An ASST EE typically assists a Professional Electrical Engineer in various engineering tasks.
Who qualifies as a Registered Electrical Engineer (REE)?
Those registered under RA 7920 and those previously registered as ASSO EE or ASST EE under RA 184 and subsequently registered as REE
The REE designation indicates a higher level of professional competence in electrical engineering.
What does ME represent in the context of electrical engineering?
Master Electrician
A Master Electrician is a professional who has demonstrated a high level of expertise in electrical work.
What is a Registered Master Electrician (RME)?
Those registered as RME under RA 7920 and those Mes registered under RA 184 and subsequently registered as RME under RA 7920
The RME designation signifies advanced qualifications in the field of electrical work.
What does IIEE stand for?
Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers
IIEE is a professional organization that aims to promote the advancement of electrical engineering in the Philippines.
What is the full form of DECS?
Department of Education, Culture and Sports
DECS was responsible for the regulation and administration of education in the Philippines before being replaced by the Department of Education (DepEd).
What does CHED stand for?
Commission on Higher Education
CHED oversees the higher education sector in the Philippines, ensuring quality and access.
What is the purpose of TESDA?
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
TESDA is responsible for managing and supervising technical education and skills development in the Philippines.
