PRACPHYS (PRACTICUM PHYSICS)

PHYSICS DEPARTMENT
De La Salle University
2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
PRACPHYS (PRACTICUM PHYSICS)
Table of Contents
PRACPHYS (PRACTICUM PHYSICS) Terms of Reference ........................................................... 2
The Department .................................................................................................................................... 3
Rationale ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Objectives of the program.................................................................................................................... 5
General Objective ............................................................................................................................. 5
Specific Objectives ........................................................................................................................... 5
The Physics on the Job training Program .......................................................................................... 6
Objectives.......................................................................................................................................... 6
Competencies ................................................................................................................................... 6
Internship Proper .............................................................................................................................. 7
PRACPHYS Policies and Requirements ............................................................................................ 8
Duties and responsibilities of the PRACPHYS Coordinator ............................................................. 9
PRACPHYS Program......................................................................................................................... 10
Responsibilities of the school ........................................................................................................ 10
Responsibilities of a partner institution ......................................................................................... 10
PRACPHYS Memorandum of Agreement ........................................................................................ 12
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PHYSICS DEPARTMENT
De La Salle University
2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
PRACPHYS (PRACTICUM PHYSICS) TERMS OF REFERENCE
PRACPHYS (Practicum Physics) is an On The Job Training program that features a
200 hour actual experiential learning in the real world of work provided by cooperating
institutions to enable students to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes and
values of world-class physicists.
Activities under the Program
PRACPHYS. This consists of a trimester of 200 hours with the host company. The first
50 hours is meant to focus on the company setting and the next 150 hours is on the
Hands-On Experience.
Written Report. After a trimester of 200 hours with their respective host companies, the
OJT students are asked to make a written report, on the work experience that they have
just undergone. This is meant to strengthen and internalize their experience.
Meeting with the Companies. To maintain close coordination with partner companies,
the PRACPHYS Coordinator and/or faculty advisers will conduct scheduled meetings
with the executives.
Company Visits (if available). To foster stronger industry-academe linkage, company
visits between the Physics Department and its representatives may be scheduled in
advance with the respective host company.
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A Program of the Physics Department
The Physics Department is one of the four departments under the College of Science at
De La Salle University-Manila. Its vision-mission is to develop lifelong learners, who are
logical, analytical, creative and critical thinkers appreciative of God's creation. The
Department envisions itself as an advocate of effective educational practices in Physics.
The quest for nature's fundamental laws is accompanied by a concerted search for
relevant applications benefiting Philippine society.
The Department aims to
Develop students into graduates imbued with La Sallian values, concerned with the
sustainability of the environment, with an outlook and abilities for lifelong learning, able
to provide service and leadership in the scientific community and in society in general.
Provide an engaging learning environment that will mold students to become Christian
achievers for God and country. Adhere to ethical and professional standards in research
and scholarship. Nurture a culture of research that is dynamic and responsive to the
needs of society.
Objectives
To produce physics graduates well-prepared for careers in research, academe,
health, industry, business and government.
To provide opportunities for professional growth of faculty members and staff
through research, advanced studies and continuing education.
To offer academic programs that are up-to-date and relevant to the needs of the
community.
To upgrade continually the laboratory and research facilities for effective instruction,
quality research and support for the industry.
Preparing tomorrow’s Physicist
The Physics on the Job Training Program of DLSU-Manila started out as a partnership
with PNRI, St. Luke’s Medical Center, Intel, Hitachi, Littelfuse, and TDK-Fujitsu.
Member companies sought assistance in finding a training/education model that would
help them in recruiting junior staff with research and development potential.
The program, patterned after the dual-tech program in Germany that features terms of
actual experiential learning in the real world of work (on-the-job training), and seeks "to
enable students to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values of
world-class scientist." The students' exposure in the institution is now known as the
PRACPHYS.
The 200 hour program aims to train students in aspects of applied physics geared
towards the student’s specialization: premed, medical instrumentation, materials
science, finance, and economics. It also intends to enhance the hands-on experience of
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the students as well as minimize the cost of training of future employees from DLSU
Manila on the part of the participating company.
The Physics on the Job Training Program is on the cutting edge of science education in
the Philippines, providing our students with an opportunity to be exposed to the work
processes and technology of our partner companies, as well as the chance to work in a
company environment. Coupled with the long-standing tradition of excellence in physics
education provided by De La Salle University-Manila, these more than adequately
prepare our students to become tomorrow’s physicists.
Rationale
Companies are in the midst of the challenges as global competition intensifies and as
countries open their companies to foreign scientists, companies are hard-pressed to
constantly improve the quality of services to satisfy the escalating needs and wants of
clients. To do this, companies need to invest in both cutting-edge technology and
competitive human resources.
Consequently, the increasingly competitive science environment has made it imperative
for colleges and universities to upgrade the quality of education and training they
provide their students so that these students could adequately meet the requirements of
companies for productive scientific workers. As a result, colleges and universities have
increasingly sought the cooperation of the world of work in recent years. By closely
communicating and cooperating with the world of work, higher education institutions do
not only improve the education but also the employment opportunities of their students.
Industry-academe cooperation has been advocated because the future tasks of the
graduates and the competencies expected of them are different from job to job.
Constant communication is expected to provide schools with the right signals, even if
they are diverse, contradictory, or vaguely expressed. Industry-academe cooperation is
likewise important because classroom instruction has become inadequate to prepare
students well for the world of work. Studies have shown that "experiential learning" is a
powerful tool supplementing cognitive processes of learning clearly separated from
work.
Since the education sector is the major source of skilled human resources for the
Industry sector, it is important for these two sectors to establish a strong partnership.
Ideally, the graduates of colleges and universities must have the proper knowledge,
values, and skills that address the short- and long-term needs of the industry sector. In
this situation, the cost of retooling new science graduates being absorbed by companies
will be reduced. In addition, colleges and universities need not "waste" time and efforts
in conducting courses that are not needed by the industry.
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Objectives of the program
1. General Objective
The PRACPHYS Program supports the vision of the Physics Department to develop
lifelong learners, who are logical, analytical, creative and critical thinkers appreciative of
God's creation. The Department envisions itself as an advocate of effective educational
practices in Physics. The quest for nature's fundamental laws is accompanied by a
concerted search for relevant applications benefiting Philippine society.
2. Specific Objectives
For students:
• To get a first-hand view of an actual company setting to see the dynamics between
client and company setting.
• To identify the general responsibilities of department heads/employers
• To identify the general responsibilities of employees
• To hone fundamental skills of problem solving, effective communication and
application of technology
• To develop soft skills of students particularly – work ethic, courtesy, team work, selfdiscipline, self-confidence.
• To develop an outstanding degree of professionalism in dress and manner
• To help prepare career plans
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The Physics Program Curriculum
The BS Physics Program follows a schedule of nine and twelve trimesters depending on
the specialization to complete the course. Upon acceptance into the program, the
student is expected to complete the regular required courses in languages, social
sciences, natural sciences, mathematics and the core physics courses. The first nine (9)
terms will be taken continuously at DLSU. The 10th term will be spent undergoing a 200
hour OJT, during which the student will undergo On the Job Training in a partner
company. On the 9th (for 3 year program) or 11th (for the 3 year and 2 terms program),
the student is expected to complete his or her undergraduate thesis under the subject
THYSPHY3.
The Physics on the Job training Program
The Physics on the Job Training Program consists of a trimester of 200 hours, during
which students undergo training provided by a company. Students are usually given
duties and responsibilities under the supervision of a department Head or an assigned
employee of the company. Hands On experience are some of the ideal OJT activities.
Objectives
In line with the college thrust to meet the industry’s demand for competent and wellrounded physics graduates, the PRACPHYS aims to:
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Give the student interns exposure and experience in an actual company
organization
Enable the students to relate and apply the theories they learn in the university to
real company situations and problems
Give the students an insight on the various functional operations, processes,
techniques and controls currently used in the company
Develop and instill in the students a positive attitude, self-confidence and selfmotivation required of a responsible professional in handling tasks and work in a
department.
Impress on the students the importance of human relations in the workplace or
Company environment
Competencies
There are basic work-place competencies that PRACPHYS students are expected to
develop. The fundamental skills are needed as base for further development. These
include solving problems mathematically and thinking scientifically, communicating
effectively, and applying technology. There are also personal management skills that
drive ones potential for growth. These are working responsibly, planning and managing
a career, as well as managing resources.
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Internship Proper
The 200 hour on the job training program is simply called PRACPHYS. The OJT student
is required to work in a department/function/unit of a partner company and reporting to a
supervisor.
Typical assignments have been with technology and science applications. For large
companies, this is further segregated to different departments.
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PRACPHYS Policies and Requirements
General Policies
1. The requisites of the PRACPHYS Program for Physics majors are defined by the
Physics Department and are reflected in the course.
2. All OJT students shall undergo a 200 hour on the job training program as scheduled
in the physics major’s flowchart in functional areas/units preferably in one company.
3. Each OJT program covers a period of 200 hours.
4. No PRACPHYS student is allowed to undertake their OJT without being enrolled in
the course. OJT undertaken without enrollment will not be credited towards the 200
hour period.
PRACPHYS Policies
1. The PRACPHYS policies are uploaded in the Physics Website. Physics students are
reminded to read these policies carefully.
2. In an effort to be relevant, the PRACPHYS policies may change on an annual basis.
If such is the case, the appropriate documents shall be uploaded in the Physics Website.
3. Per school policies, students whose only course for the term as reflected in their
flowchart is an internship may qualify for dean’s list provided he/she meets the grade
requirements. Further, the PRACPHYS is still eligible for the annual academic
recognition and may, upon graduation, qualify for acceptance into the Jose Rizal
Society. PRACPHYS Students who decide to defer enrollment in the Thesis course that
is scheduled together, must inform the Department Chair, through the PRACPHYS
head.
4. Exceptions to any of the guidelines set forth, requires a formal letter addressed to the
Department Chair through the PRACPHYS Coordinator and requires the Formal
Approval. Acts to the contrary of these guidelines taken by the PRACPHYS without the
necessary approval is grounds for disciplinary action.
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Duties and responsibilities of the PRACPHYS Coordinator
1. General Function
The PRACPHYS coordinator is appointed by the department Chair. The Coordinator
ensures that the policies and guidelines are implemented and adhered to by the
students.
2. Term of Office
The term of office of the PRACPHYS Coordinator is for a year
3. Specific Functions
Helps set policies and procedures
a. Recommends appropriate policies and procedures concerning the PRACPHYS
Program
b. Communicates the policies and procedures of the PRACPHYS Program to the
students, faculty, and partner institutions
Serves as liaison
a. Acts as primary liaison between the University and the participating institutions
b. Coordinates with the DLSU Office of Career Services for the orientation of
PRACPHYS students
c. Coordinates with the representative of the Physics Society (PHYSOC) concerning
joint activities of the Physics Department and PHYSOC
Handles administrative matters
a. Prepares the calendar of activities of the PRACPHYS
b. Monitors the PRACPHYS schedule of the students
Gets feedback
a. Ensures that feedback from students, faculty, and company representatives about
the effectiveness of the program are forwarded to the Chair.
b. Handles concerns raised by students, faculty advisers, and partner institutions
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The Physics on the Job Training Program:
A partnership between industry and La Salle
The PRACPHYS is an educational partnership that seeks to develop today’s youth into
tomorrow’s future scientists. This partnership is based on the philosophy that education
does not only take place within the confines of the school. The experiential learning
students gain from working in an actual hospital organization serves as a powerful tool
to complement the theoretical foundation provided by the school. This way, students
develop their knowledge, values, and skills in two different, yet complementary, learning
environments.
De La Salle University-Manila is able to promote this educational philosophy with the
help of different partner institutions that have supported the PRACPHYS Program by
hosting La Salle students and providing them with on-the-job training through the
PRACPHYS Program.
The institution, in turn, benefit from the PRACPHYS in terms of developing a pool of
young, intelligent, dynamic, and highly trainable individuals who provide valuable
support to their staff. These institutions also get the first crack in hiring these students
when they graduate, and could, in fact, save in terms of training costs because of the
experience gained by the students when they underwent on-the-job training.
Responsibilities of the school
Among the responsibilities of the school in PRACPHYS in particular, are the following:
• Provides students with the theoretical knowledge of the different aspects of
Physics through the different subjects offered
• Sets the policies and procedures for the implementation of the PRACPHYS program
• Provides students with an orientation about the PRACPHYS program
• Coordinates with the institution concerning the training of the students
• Gets feedback from the students about the effectiveness of training provided by the
institution
• Gets feedback from the institution concerning the performance of the students
• Initiates dialogue with the partner institution concerning the relevance of the
Curriculum
Responsibilities of a partner institution
Among the responsibilities of the partner institution in the PRACPHYS Program are the
following:
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Ensures the PRACPHYS Program is supervised by the representative of the
institution, ideally with the knowledge of the PRACPHYS Coordinator of DLSU
Manila
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Ensures that students undergo training related to their course, and provide the
PRACPHYS student with work / activities that are varied and challenging
Provides students with a formal training program or specific training schedule
Provides students with an orientation about the institution and about the job
Assigns an immediate supervisor who will monitor the performance of the students
for the duration of the PRACPHYS Program
Provides students with a comfortable work station
Ensures a safe and conducive working environment for the student intern
Has a term-end evaluation form filled up by the assigned supervisor who should
discuss the results of the performance evaluation with the OJT student
Informs the school, through the PRACPHYS coordinator, other matters related to the
students' PRACPHYS Program
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PRACPHYS Memorandum of Agreement
This agreement is for the purpose of establishing the general conditions of the student's
training.
The institution,
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(Name and business address of the institution)
agrees to accommodate the PRACPHYS Student
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(Name of student)
who is a student of the _____________________________________________ of the
Physics Department of De La Salle University-Manila for the purpose of receiving
training in the department of the institution. This training period will begin on
_________________________ and will end on __________________________.
(First day of training)
(Last day of training)
The following terms and conditions shall govern this agreement:
1. The COMPANY shall provide the PRACPHYS student orientation and training on the
areas pertinent to his / her line of specialization.
2. The COMPANY shall commit to accommodate the PRACPHYS student for 200 hours
in a trimester, consistent with the requirements of the BS Physics Program of DLSUManila.
3. The training agreement shall not, in any way, constitute an employee-employer
relationship and the PRACPHYS student shall leave the institution free and harmless
from any demand, claim or complaint, whatsoever arising from this training
agreement, except in cases of gross negligence, malicious acts and criminal acts by
the institution or any of its officers and employees.
4. The status of the PRACPHYS student while on training shall be that of OJT student.
As such, he/she shall not be entitled to any compensation and to any of the benefits
accorded to an employee.
5. While occasional over-time work is allowable, the COMPANY shall not require the
PRACPHYS student to work on a grave-yard shift or to assign work that may
endanger the health and life of the PRACPHYS student.
6. The PRACPHYS student shall conform to all the rules and regulations of the
Institution while on training.
7. The PRACPHYS student shall not divulge any information that he/she may have
access to, and any such information will only be used for academic purposes.
8. Both the Institution and the PRACPHYS student have the right to pre-terminate the
on-the-job training if:
a. The PRACPHYS student does not show the required interest, maturity, or
disciplines during the training period, or if there is serious misconduct
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b. The institution does not provide the kind of responsible training as agreed upon.
c. The terminating party will inform the PRACPHYS Program Coordinator of the
grievance before any decision to terminate is made and finalized. The
PRACPHYS Program Coordinator will intervene in order to rectify the situation in
the interest of all parties concerned.
(NAME OF COMPANY)
PRACPHYS Student
(NAME OF SIGNATORY)
(NAME OF PHYSOJT STUDENT)
(Designation)
cc: The Chair, Physics Department, DLSU-Manila
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