FINALS Day 3 - Geology Profession Act

Question 1

What specific RA is the Geology Profession Act of 2012?

Answer 1

RA 10166

Question 2

When was the Board of Geology created?

Answer 2

June 19, 1965

Question 3

The creation of the Board was by the virtue of what RA? State the title of this RA.

Answer 3

RA 4209 - Geology
Profession Law of the Philippines

Question 4

Who was the first chairman of the Board?

Answer 4

David P. Cruz

Question 5

The Geological Society of the Philippines was organized on what specific day? State the actual date.

Answer 5

VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) - September 2, 1945

Question 6

Who was unanimously elected as the first President of GSP?

Answer 6

the late Dr. Jose M. Feliciano

Question 7

What was his last designation before being the president of the Society?

Answer 7

former head of the Department of Geology and Geography of the University of the Philippines

Question 8

This is the professional organization duly accredited by the Professional Regulatory Board of Geologists and the Professional Regulation Commission.

Answer 8

Accredited Professional Organization (APO)

Question 9

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.

Answer 9

Continuing Professional Education/Development (CPE/D)

Question 10

Who is the current chairperson of the Board? (Full Name)

Answer 10

Fernando S. Peñarroyo

Question 11

Who are the two other members of the board? (Full Names)

Answer 11

Benjamin S. Austria
Elmer B. Billedo

Question 12

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.

Answer 12

TRUE

Question 13

What is the IRR of RA 10166?

Answer 13

Professional Regulatory Board of Geology, Resolution No. 3, s. 2012

Question 14

At the time of appointment, each member of the Board must have at least how many years of experience in geologic work after graduation?

Answer 14

10

Question 15

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?

Answer 15

5

Question 16

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.

Answer 16

TRUE

Question 17

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.

Answer 17

FALSE. Bawal.

Question 18

How many years in a term should the chairman and every member of the Board shall hold office?

Answer 18

3

Question 19

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.

Answer 19

3; 6

Question 20

The scope of examination for the licensure of geologists covers 3 major areas, which are ________, _________, and ___________.

Answer 20

General Geology, Petrology and Mineralogy, and Applied Geology

Question 21

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.

Answer 21

TRUE

Question 22

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.

Answer 22

70%; 50%

Question 23

Who is exempted from taking the licensure examination?

Answer 23

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

Question 24

TRUE or FALSE
A BS Geology graduate can practice geology or render geological services, provided that he/she is granted a temporary/special permit.

Answer 24

FALSE

Question 25

For first-time takers of the licensure examination, which specific demographic is required to submit a PSA-issued Marriage Certificate/Contract?

Answer 25

married female applicants

Question 26

The Transcript of Records (TOR) with scanned picture to be submitted must have what remarks in order to be deemed valid and accepted?

Answer 26

“For Board Examination Purposes”

Question 27

What is the only documentary requirement for repeaters?

Answer 27

NBI Clearance that must be valid for at least 6 months as of the date of filing of the examination application

Question 28

Who is the chairman and members of the Continuing Professional Development Council for Geologists?

Answer 28

Chairman: Fernando S. Peñarroyo
First Member: Rene Juna R. Claveria
Second Member: Mario A. Aurelio

Question 29

What color is the highlight of the word GEOLOGIST on the official PRC License of a licensed geologist?

Answer 29

Purple/Violet/Lavender

Question 30

TRUE or FALSE
Registered Geologists employed or working overseas are still covered by the CPD requirement.

Answer 30

FALSE

Question 31

How many credit units are required for geologists who are 60 years old and below?

Answer 31

15

Question 32

Who is the current OIC Director of MGB Central Office?

Answer 32

Atty. Danilo U. Uykieng

Question 33

Who is the current OIC Director of MGB Regional Office No. XI?

Answer 33

Ms. Beverly Mae M. Brebante

Question 34

Current DENR Secretary

Answer 34

Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga

Question 35

Current DOST Secretary

Answer 35

Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr.