FINALS Day 3 - Geology Profession Act Flashcards
What specific RA is the Geology Profession Act of 2012?
RA 10166
When was the Board of Geology created?
June 19, 1965
The creation of the Board was by the virtue of what RA? State the title of this RA.
RA 4209 - Geology
Profession Law of the Philippines
Who was the first chairman of the Board?
David P. Cruz
The Geological Society of the Philippines was organized on what specific day? State the actual date.
VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) - September 2, 1945
Who was unanimously elected as the first President of GSP?
the late Dr. Jose M. Feliciano
What was his last designation before being the president of the Society?
former head of the Department of Geology and Geography of the University of the Philippines
This is the professional organization duly accredited by the Professional Regulatory Board of Geologists and the Professional Regulation Commission.
Accredited Professional Organization (APO)
This is the inculcation, assimilation and acquisition of knowledge, skills, proficiency and ethical and moral values, after the initial registration of a professional that raise and enhance the professional’s technical skills and competence.
Continuing Professional Education/Development (CPE/D)
Who is the current chairperson of the Board? (Full Name)
Fernando S. Peñarroyo
Who are the two other members of the board? (Full Names)
Benjamin S. Austria
Elmer B. Billedo
TRUE or FALSE
The Board is responsible for issuing temporary/special permits and temporary professional identification cards to foreign geologists to practice the profession in the country.
TRUE
What is the IRR of RA 10166?
Professional Regulatory Board of Geology, Resolution No. 3, s. 2012
At the time of appointment, each member of the Board must have at least how many years of experience in geologic work after graduation?
10
If an appointed member is a holder of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Geology, how many years of experience in geologic work must he/she have?
5
TRUE or FALSE
A holder of a degree in Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering can also be appointed as a member of the Board.
TRUE
TRUE or FALSE
An appointed member of the Board can be a member of the faculty of any school, college or university, where degrees in geology, mining engineering or geological engineering are granted.
FALSE. Bawal.
How many years in a term should the chairman and every member of the Board shall hold office?
3
The members of the Board may be reappointed for another term of ___ years immediately after the expiry of their term, but in no case shall the whole term exceed ___ years.
3; 6
The scope of examination for the licensure of geologists covers 3 major areas, which are ________, _________, and ___________.
General Geology, Petrology and Mineralogy, and Applied Geology
TRUE or FALSE
The Board, subject to approval by the Commission, may revise or exclude any of the subjects and their syllabi, and add new ones as the need arises to conform to technological changes brought about by continuing trends in the profession.
TRUE
To pass the licensure examination for geology, a candidate must obtain a general weighted average of no less than ______ and a rating of no less than ______ in any examination subject.
70%; 50%
Who is exempted from taking the licensure examination?
A graduate of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Geology or an equivalent degree in any of the specialized branch of Geology from a duly recognized university
TRUE or FALSE
A BS Geology graduate can practice geology or render geological services, provided that he/she is granted a temporary/special permit.
FALSE
For first-time takers of the licensure examination, which specific demographic is required to submit a PSA-issued Marriage Certificate/Contract?
married female applicants
The Transcript of Records (TOR) with scanned picture to be submitted must have what remarks in order to be deemed valid and accepted?
“For Board Examination Purposes”
What is the only documentary requirement for repeaters?
NBI Clearance that must be valid for at least 6 months as of the date of filing of the examination application
Who is the chairman and members of the Continuing Professional Development Council for Geologists?
Chairman: Fernando S. Peñarroyo
First Member: Rene Juna R. Claveria
Second Member: Mario A. Aurelio
What color is the highlight of the word GEOLOGIST on the official PRC License of a licensed geologist?
Purple/Violet/Lavender
TRUE or FALSE
Registered Geologists employed or working overseas are still covered by the CPD requirement.
FALSE
How many credit units are required for geologists who are 60 years old and below?
15
Who is the current OIC Director of MGB Central Office?
Atty. Danilo U. Uykieng
Who is the current OIC Director of MGB Regional Office No. XI?
Ms. Beverly Mae M. Brebante
Current DENR Secretary
Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga
Current DOST Secretary
Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr.
