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PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Resolution No. 03
Series of 2023

ADOPTION, ISSUANCE AND PROMULGATION OF THE ENHANCED

TABLES OF SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE SUBJECTS IN THE
CHEMICAL ENGINEERS LICENSURE EXAMINATION

WHEREAS, Section 9 of Republic Act (R.A.) No. 10968, known as the “Philippine
Qualifications Framework Act”, mandates the Professional Regulation Commission
(PRC/Commission) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to review the
system of assessment of learning outcomes and align them with the those of the
Philippine Qualifications Framework;

WHEREAS, CHED issued Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 91 (s. 2017) or the “Policies,
Standards and Guidelines for the Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (BSChE)
Program Effective Academic Year (AY) 2018-2019”;

WHEREAS, Section 9(h) of R.A. No. 8981, known as the “PRC Modernization Act of

F 2000”, empowers the Professional Regulatory Boards to prepare, adopt and issue the
; syllabi or tables of specifications (TOS) of the subjects for examination in consultation with
0^ the academe, and determine and prepare the questions for the licensure examinations
"3 which shall strictly be within the scope of the syllabus or TOS of the subjects for
3 examination;

XJ WHEREAS, the Professional Regulatory Board of Chemical Engineering (Board) issued

Resolution No. 1 (s. 2012) on the promulgation of the syllabi or TOS for the subjects in
the Chemical Engineers Licensure Examinations (ChELE);

WHEREAS, the TOS shall include the qualifications level descriptors defined in terms of
knowledge, skills and values, application, and degree of independence referred to in
Section 8 of R.A. No. 10968;

WHEREAS, the proposed Enhanced TOS of the ChELE subjects aims to ensure the
candidates’ competence in demonstrating the program outcomes of the 2017 Bachelor of
Science in Chemical Engineering (BS ChE) curriculum;

^ WHEREAS, the Board conducted a public consultation in partnership with the Accredited
; Integrated Professional Organization of Chemical Engineers and the CHED and Higher
L Educational Institutions offering BS ChE, in compliance with R.A. No. 8981;

WHEREAS, the Board, with the guidance of the PRC Consultant for Test Construction
and Development, formulated the TOS for implementation in the ChELE;

NOW THEREFORE, the Board RESOLVES, as it is hereby RESOLVED, to adopt, issue

and promulgate the “Enhanced Tables of Specifications for the subjects in the Chemical
Engineering Licensure Examinations” (Annex “A”), repealing for the purpose Board
Resolution No. 1 (s. 2012);

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 PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Resolution No. 03 (s. 2023)
Adoption, Issuance and Promulgation of the Enhanced Tables of Specifications
for the Subjects in the Chemical Engineers Licensure Examination
Page 2 of 2

RESOLVED FURTHER, that this Resolution shall apply in the October 2023 Chemical
Engineers Licensure Examination and the subsequent schedules thereof.

This Resolution shall take effect immediately following the completion of its publication in
the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines.

Let a copy of this Resolution be furnished the University of the Philippines Law Center
and posted at the PRC Website for information.

Done in the City of Manila, this dav °f- September , 2023.

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OFELIA V. BULAONG

Chairperson
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§HIRLYfy CHUMREYES CEZAR S. DE LA CRUZ
Member Member

ATTESTED BY:
DATE OF PUBLICATION IN THE
Atty. L oVofi1c3'T. Bautista' BUSINESS MIRROR SFP 1 3 2023
Chief. PRB Secretariat Division EFFECTIVE DATE:

APPROVED:

CUARITO A. ZAMORA
Chairperson

Jok^Y^CUETO, JR.
RWIN M. ENAI
Commissioner Commissioner

Note: Attachment (Annex A) maybe downloaded at www.prc.gov.ph under PRB of

Chemical Engineering Resolution, https://www.prc.gov.ph/chemical-engineering
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ANNEX “A”

TABLE OF SPECIFICATION TEMPLATE

Table of Specifications

Board of Chemical Engineering

as of August 1, 2023
Subject: Physical and Chemical Principles
Weight: 30 %

PQF Level: 6

Difficulty Level Easy: 40% Moderat Difficult:_20%

e:40%
Bloom’s Taxonomy Knowled Comprehe Applying Analyzing Synthesis Evaluatin
ge nsion 9
Topics and Competencies Wt. No. of
%. Item
The examinees can perform the following
competencies under each topic:
A. Chemistry for Engineers 4.5 15 3 3 6 2 1
1. Energy 1 1
2. Chemistry for Engineering Materials 1 1 2 1
3. Chemistry for the Environment 1 1 2 1 1
4. Chemical Safety 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

B. Analytical Chemistry 4.5 15 3 3 6 2 1

1. Calculations in Analytical Chemistry 1 2
2. Chemical Equilibria of Aqueous 1 1
Solutions
3. Gravimetric Methods of Analysis 1 1 1
4. Titrimetric Methods of Analysis 1 1 1 1
5. Spectrochemical Methods of 1 1 1
Analysis
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

C. Organic Chemistry 4.5 15 3 3 6 2 1

1. Organic Molecules and Functional 1 1 2 1
Groups
2. Organic Compounds and Reactions 1 1 2 1
3. Stereochemistry 1 1 2 1
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Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

D. Physical Chemistry for Engineers 4.5 15 3 3 6 2 1

1. Fluid Properties 1 1 1
2. Laws of Thermodynamics 1 1 1
3. Phase Equilibria 1 1 1 1
4. Colligative Properties 1 1
5. Thermochemistry 1 2
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of mathematics
and science to solve complex
chemical engineering problems
b) Design and conduct experiments,
as well as to analyze and interpret
data

E. Fundamentals of Material Science and 4.5 15 3 3 6 2 1

Engineering
1. Structure of Materials 1 1 1 1
2. Properties of Materials 1 1 2 1
3. Polymers, Ceramics, Metals 1 1 1
4, Composites 1 2
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

F. Environmental Science and Engineering 4.5 15 3 3 6 2 1

1. Water T reatment Technologies 1 2 1 1
2. BOD/ COD 1 1 2 1
3. Carbon Footprint 1 1 1
4. Climate Change Mitigation 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
e) Understand professional and
ethical standards

2
%

G. Introduction to Biochemical Engineering 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. Biochemistry 1 1 1
2. Biotechnology 1 1 2 1
3. Microbiology 1 1
Competency k)
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
e) Understand professional and
ethical standards
j) Understand specialized fields
of chemical engineering

Total 100

Take note: 1. The total of the topics = weight of the whole test.
2. The total of sub-topics = weight of the topic.
3. The total of the competencies = weight of the sub-topics.
4. The topic is labeled with upper case letter starting from A.
5. The sub-topic is labeled with whole number starting from 1.
6. The competency is labeled according to the program outcomes (skills/attributes
of engineers)

7. The Percentage Distribution shall be proposed by the Board, endorsed by the Test
Consultants, and upon the approval of the Commission.

Competencies/Skills to be measured in Board Licensure Examinations for Chemical Engineers:

a) Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex chemical engineering

problems
b) Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
c) Design a system, component, or process to meet the desired needs within realistic
constraints, in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve complex chemical engineering problems
e) Understand professional and ethical standards
f) Understand the impact of chemical engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental and societal context
g) Know contemporary issues
h) Use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for chemical
engineering practice

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i) Know and understand engineering and management principles
j) Understand specialized fields of chemical engineering

Ofella V. Biilaong'
Chairperson

f)
V
Shirlyn C. Reyes Cezar Srde la Cruz
Member Member

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K

ANNEX“A”

TABLE OF SPECIFICATION TEMPLATE

Table of Specifications

Board of Chemical Engineering

as of August 1, 2023
Subject: Chemical Engineering Principles
Weight: 40 %

PQF Level: 6

Difficulty Level Easy: 40% Moderat Difficult:_20%

e:40%
Bloom’s Taxonomy Remem Understan Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating
bering ding
Topics and Competencies Wt.% No. of
Item
The examinees can perform the following
competencies under each topic:
A. Chemical Engineering Calculations 5.33 10 2 2 4 1 1
1. Material Balance 1 1 1
2. Single/Multiphase Systems 1 1 1
3. Industrial Process Material Balance 2 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system, component, or
process to meet the desired
needs within realistic constraints,
in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

h) Use techniques, skills

and modern engineering tools
necessary for chemical
engineering practice

B. Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 5.33 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. Thermodynamics Concepts 1 1 1
2. Volumetric Properties 1 1
3. Laws of Thermodynamics, Heat 1 2 1 1
Effects, Refrigeration and
Liquefaction, Power from Heat
Competency
i

a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system, component, or
process to meet the desired
needs within realistic constraints,
in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

h) Use techniques, skills

and modern engineering tools
necessary for chemical
engineering practice

C. Solution Thermodynamics 2.67 5 1 1 2 1

1. Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium 1 1
2. Solution Thermodynamics 1 1 1
Applications, Chemical Reaction
Equilibria, Other Phase Equilibria
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system, component, or
process to meet the desired
needs within realistic constraints,
in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

D. Transport Phenomena and Momentum 2.67 5 1 1 2 1

Transfer
1. Transport Processes 1
2. Fluid Mechanics, Fluid Flow 1 1
Phenomena
3. Mass, Energy and Momentum 1 1
Balances
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system,
component, or process to meet
the desired needs within realistic

2
 constraints, in accordance to
standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

E. Heat and Mass Transfer 2.67 5 1 1 2 1

1. Heat Transfer, Mass Transfer 1
Principles
2. Conduction, Convection and 1 1 1
Radiative Heat Transfer, Heat
Exchangers
3. Evaporation, Crystallization 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system, component, or
process to meet the desired
needs within realistic constraints,
in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

F. Particle Technology 2.67 5 1 1 2 1

1. Particle Systems 1
2. Solids Separation,Size Reduction/ 1 1
Enlargement, Motion of Particles
thru Fluids
3. Sedimentation, Centrifugation, 1 1
Conveyors, Fluidization
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system, component, or
process to meet the desired
needs within realistic constraints,
in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

G. Separation Processes 5.33 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. Separation Processes - Distillation, 1 1
Liquid extraction, leaching, gas

3
 absorption, liquid-liquid extraction,
adsorption
2. Phase Equilibria, Multistage 1 1 1 1
Calculations
3. Membrane Separation 1 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system, component, or
process to meet the desired
needs within realistic constraints,
in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

H. Chemical Reaction Engineering 5.33 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. Chemical Kinetics 1 1
2. Homogeneous Reactions 1 1
3. Batch Reactions 1 1 1
4. Reactor Design 1 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system, component, or
process to meet the desired
needs within realistic constraints,
in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

I. Plant Design 5.33 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. Elements of Plant Design 1 1
2. Economics of Plant Design 1 1
3. Cost Estimation 1 1 1
4. Equipment and Process Estimation, 1 1 1
Process Simulation
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system,
component, or process to meet

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 the desired needs within realistic
constraints, in accordance to
standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
i) Know and understand
engineering and management
principles

J. Biochemical Engineering 2.67 5 1 1 2 1

1. Enzyme Kinetics 1
2. Stoichiometry of Microbial Growth 1 1
3. Transport Phenomena in Bioprocess 1 1
Systems, Design of Bioreactors
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
c) Design a system, component, or
process to meet the desired
needs within realistic constraints,
in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

Total 75

Take note: 1. The total of the topics = weight of the whole test.
2. The total of sub-topics = weight of the topic.
3. The total of the competencies = weight of the sub-topics.
4. The topic is labeled with upper case letter starting from A.
5. The sub-topic is labeled with whole number starting from 1.
6. The competency is labeled according to the program outcomes (skills/attributes
of engineers)

7. The Percentage Distribution shall be proposed by the Board, endorsed by the Test
Consultants, and upon the approval of the Commission.
Competencies/Skills to be measured in Board Licensure Examinations for Chemical Engineers:

a) Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex chemical

engineering problems
b) Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

5
c) Design a system, component, or process to meet the desired needs within realistic
constraints, in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve complex chemical engineering problems
e) Understand professional and ethical standards
f) Understand the impact of chemical engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental and societal context
g) Know contemporary issues
h) Use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for chemical
engineering practice
i) Know and understand engineering and management principles
j) Understand specialized fields of chemical engineering

^fa Wallop
Chairperson

ShirlyjyC. Rey<£
Member Member

6
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ANNEX“A”

TABLE OF SPECIFICATION TEMPLATE

Table of Specifications

Board of Chemical Engineering

as of August 1, 2023
Subject: General Engineering
Weight: 30 %

PQF Level: 6

Difficulty Level Easy: 40% Moderat Difficult:_20%

e:40%
Bloom's Taxonomy Remem Understan Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating
bering ding
Topics and Competencies Wt.% No. of
Item
The examinees can perform the following
competencies under each topic:
A. Engineering Calculus 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1
1. Integrated Concepts/Formuias 1 1
Differential Calculus -concepts and
applications
2. Integration Techniques 1 1
3. Improper Integrals, Application of 1 1 1
Definite Integral
4. Surface Tracing 1 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to
solve complex chemical
engineering problems
B. Engineering Data Analysis 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1
1. Obtaining Data 1 1
2. Probability, Statistics Intervals 1 1
3. Sampling Distribution and Point 1 1 1
Estimation, Linear and Multiple
Regression
4. Design of Experiments 1 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of mathematics
and science to solve complex
chemical engineering problems
b) Design and conduct experiments,
as well as to analyze and interpret
data

C. Differential Equations 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. First Order Differential Equations 1 1 1
 2. Higher Order Differential Equations 1 1 2 1
3. Laplace Transforms and applications 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

D. Industrial Process Safety 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1

1, DOLE Occupational Health 1 1 1
Standards, Industrial Safety
Standards and Security
2. Safety Audit and Investigation 1 1
3. cGMP and HACCP 1 1
4. Emergency Preparedness 1 1 1
Competency
f) Understand the impact of
chemical engineering solutions in a
global, economic, environmental
and societal context
g) Know contemporary issues
h) Use techniques, skills and modern
engineering tools necessary for
chemical engineering practice
i) Know and understand engineering
and management principles
j) Understand specialized fields of
chemical engineering

E. Engineering Economics 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. Money-Time Relationships and 1 1
Equivalence
2. Basic bconomy Study Methods 1 1
3. Certainty/ Uncertainty Decisions 1 1 1
4. Decisions Recognizing Risks 1 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
e) Understand professional and
ethical standards
h) Use techniques, skills and
modern engineering tools
necessary for chemical
engineering practice
i) Know and understand
engineering and management
principles

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F. Engineering Management 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. Management Theories and Functions 1 1
2. Planning, Leading, Organizing and 1 1 2 1
Control
3. Managing Operations, Marketing and 11 1 1
Finance
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems
i) Know and understand
engineering and management
principles

G. Engineering Mechanics 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1

1. Vectors, Rigid Bodies 1 1
2. Friction 1 1
4. Work, Energy, Power, Kinematics 1 1 1
5. Dynamics, Fluids 1 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve
complex chemical engineering
problems

H. Laws and Ethics for Chemical Engineers 3.0 10 2 2 4 1 1

and Process Safety
1. PRC Laws, ChE Law, 1 1
Environmental Laws
2. Code of Ethics 1 1
3. Code of Investments 1 1
5. Philippine Patent Law 1 1
6. Sanitation Code of the Philippines 1 1
Competency
e) Understand professional and
ethical standards
f) Understand the impact of
chemical engineering solutions in a
global, economic, environmental
and societal context
g) Know contemporary issues

I. Process Control and Analysis 1.8 6 1 2 1 1 1

1. Process Control, Open Loop 1 1
Systems
2. Mathematical Modelling for 1 1
Processes
3. Feedback Control Systems 1 1
Competency
a) Apply knowledge of
mathematics and science to solve

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 complex chemical engineering
problems
j) Understand specialized fields
of chemical engineering

J. Chemical Process Industries 1.8 6 1 2 1 1 1

1. Chemical Processing 1 1 1 1
2. Process Industries 1 1
Competency
e) Understand professional and
ethical standards
f) Understand the impact of
chemical engineering solutions in a
global, economic, environmental
and societal context
g) Know contemporary issues

j) Understand specialized fields

of chemical engineering

K. Industrial Waste Management and Control 2.4 8 2 2 2 1 1

1. Wastewater Management 1 1 1
2. Air Pollution Control, Solid Waste 1 1
i
Management
3. Waste to Energy 1
4. Environmental Management 1 1
Competency
e) Understand professional and
ethical standards
f) Understand the impact of
chemical engineering solutions in a
global, economic, environmental
and societal context
g) Know contemporary issues

Total 100

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Take note: 1. The total of the topics = weight of the whole test.
2. The total of sub-topics = weight of the topic.
3. The total of the competencies = weight of the sub-topics.
4. The topic is labeled with upper case letter starting from A.
5. The sub-topic is labeled with whole number starting from 1.
6. The competency is labeled according to the program outcomes (skills/attributes
of engineers)

7. The Percentage Distribution shall be proposed by the Board, endorsed by the Test
Consultants, and upon the approval of the Commission.

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Competencies/Skills to be measured in Board Licensure Examinations for Chemical Engineers:

a) Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex chemical engineering

problems
b) Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
c) Design a system, component, or process to meet the desired needs within realistic
constraints, in accordance to standards
d) Identify, formulate and solve complex chemical engineering problems
e) Understand professional and ethical standards
f) Understand the impact of chemical engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental and societal context
g) Know contemporary issues
h) Use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for chemical
engineering practice
i) Know and understand engineering and management principles
j) Understand specialized fields of chemical engineering

Ofelia V. Bulaong j
Chairperson

Member Member