SURIGAO STATE COLLEGE

OF TECHNOLOGY

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION IN GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM

OBE FRAMEWORK

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VISION An innovative and technologically-advanced State College in Caraga.
MISSION To provide relevant, high quality and sustainable instruction, research, production and extension programs and services within a culture of
credible and responsive institutional governance.
GOALS 1. Foster application of the discipline and provide its learner with industry-based training and education particularly in engineering, technology
and fisheries.
2. Conduct and utilize studies for the development of new products, systems and services relevant to Philippine life and of the global village.
3. Promote transfer of technology and spread useful technical skills, thus empowering its learners and their activities.
INSTITUTIONAL
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES a. Visionary Leader

b. Effective Communicator

c. Competent Technologist

d. Self-Directed Lifelong Learner

CORE VALUES Service-Oriented

Socially Responsive
Committed
Transformational
QUALITY POLICY Surigao State College of Technology provides quality instructions, research, extension programs and production services to satisfy its
customers by responding to their needs and expectations and continually improving its quality management system.
GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
PROGRAM GOAL The General Education program lays the groundwork for the development of a professionally competent, humane and moral person. It also
prepares the Filipino for the demands of 21st century life and the requisite abilities to anticipate and adapt to swiftly changing situations, to think
innovatively, and create solutions to problems. It enables the Filipino to find and locate her/himself in the community and the world, take pride in
and hopefully assert her/his identity and sense of community and nationhood amid the forces of globalization. As life becomes more complex,
the necessity of appreciating the gifts of nature and addressing social problems in the general education program increasingly become more
pressing.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL GE-PEO1. Broaden the student’s intellectual and cultural horizons.
OBJECTIVES GE-PEO2. Foster a commitment to nationalism balanced by a sense of internationalism.
GE-PEO3. Cultivate a capacity for independent, critical, and creative thinking.
GE-PEO4. Infuse a passion for learning with a high sense of moral and intellectual integrity.
GE-PEO5. Acquire basic skills and competencies in mathematics, reasoning, and communication.
GE-PEO6. Develop awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the various disciplines of the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities,
and philosophy.
GE-PEO7. Develop the ability to integrate and/or adapt the knowledge and skills acquired from the various disciplines.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall be able to:
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 GE-POa: Higher levels of comprehension (textual, visual, etc.);
GE-POb: Proficient and effective communication (writing, speaking, and use of new technologies;
GE-POc: Understanding of basic concepts across the domains of knowledge;
GE-POd: Critical, analytical, and creative thinking;
GE-POe: Application of different analytical modes (quantitative and qualitative, artistic and scientific, textual and visual, experimental,
observation, etc.) in tackling problems methodically;
GE-POf: Appreciation of the human condition;
GE-POg: Capacity to personally interpret the human experience;
GE-POh: Ability to view the contemporary world from both Philippine and global perspectives;
GE-POi: Self-assuredness in knowing and being Filipino;
GE-POj: Capacity to reflect critically on shared concerns and think of innovative, creative solutions guided by ethical standards;
GE-POk: Ability to reflect on moral norms/imperatives as they affect individuals and society;
GE-POl: Ability to appreciate and contribute to artistic beauty;
GE-POm: Understanding and respect for human rights;
GE-POn: Ability to contribute personally and meaningfully to the country’s development;
GE-POo: Working effectively in a group;
GE-POp: Application of computing and information technology to assist and facilitate research;
GE-POq: Ability to negotiate the world of technology responsibly;
GE-POr: Problem-solving (including real-world problems); and,
GE-POs: Basic work-related skills and knowledge.

CURRICULUM MAP
LEGEND:
CODE DESCRIPTOR DEFINITION
I Introductory Course An introductory course to an outcome
E Enabling Course A course that strengthens the outcome
D Demonstrating Course A course demonstrating an outcome

General Education Curriculum

Relationship to Program Educational Outcomes
COURSES GE- GE- GE- GE- GE- GE-POf GE-POg GE-POh GE-POi GE-POj GE-POk GE-POl GE-POm GE- GE- GE- GE- GE- GE-
POa POb POc POd POe POn POo POp POq POr POs
Core Courses
Understanding D E E D D E
the Self
Readings in
Philippine E E E I E
History
The D E E E I E
Contemporary
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 World
Mathematics in E E E
the Modern
World
Purposive E E E D D
Communication
Art Appreciation I I E D E E E E E D D
Science
Technology and
Society
Ethics E E I E E E E E E E E E
Electives
Environmental
Science
People and the
Earth’s
Ecosystems
Living in the IT
Era
The
Entrepreneurial
Mind
Great Books E E E E
Reading Visual
Art
Mandated by
Law
Life and Works I E D D E E D E ID
of Rizal
Source: CHED Memo No. 20, s. 2013

Other GE
Courses
Technopreneurs
hip
New Labor
Code
Logic
Philippine I I I E I
Literature/Literat
ure
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English E E E
Language
Proficiency
World Literature E E E E
PE

PE

PE

PE

Program Educational Objectives and Relationship to Institutional Graduate Attributes

Program Educational Objectives Institutional Graduate Attributes
Within 3 to 5 years after graduation, the SSCT General Education graduates will a b c d
GE-PEO1. Broaden the student’s intellectual and cultural horizons / / / /
GE-PEO2. Foster a commitment to nationalism balanced by a sense of internationalism / / / /
GE-PEO3. Cultivate a capacity for independent, critical, and creative thinking / / / /
GE-PEO4. Infuse a passion for learning with a high sense of moral and intellectual integrity / / / /
GE-PEO5. Acquire basic skills and competencies in mathematics, reasoning, and communication / / / /
GE-PEO6. Develop awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the various disciplines of the natural sciences, social / / / /
sciences, humanities, and philosophy
GE-PEO7. Develop the ability to integrate and/or adapt the knowledge and skills acquired from the various disciplines / / / /

Program Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives

Program Educational Objectives
Program Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
GE-POa: Higher levels of comprehension (textual, visual, etc.) / / / / / /
GE-POb: Proficient and effective communication (writing, speaking, and use of new technologies / / / / /

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GE-POc: Understanding of basic concepts across the domains of knowledge / / / / / /
GE-POd: Critical, analytical, and creative thinking / / / / / /
GE-POe: Application of different analytical modes (quantitative and qualitative, artistic and scientific, / / / / / /
textual and visual, experimental, observation, etc.) in tackling problems methodically
GE-POf: Appreciation of the human condition / / / / /
GE-POg: Capacity to personally interpret the human experience / / / / /
GE-POh: Ability to view the contemporary world from both Philippine and global perspectives / / / / /
GE-POi: Self-assuredness in knowing and being Filipino / / / /
GE-POj: Capacity to reflect critically on shared concerns and think of innovative, creative solutions / / / / / /
guided by ethical standard
GE-POk: Ability to reflect on moral norms/imperatives as they affect individuals and society / / / / /
GE-POl: Ability to appreciate and contribute to artistic beauty / / / / /
GE-POm: Understanding and respect for human rights / / /
GE-POn: Ability to contribute personally and meaningfully to the country’s development / / / / /
GE-POo: Working effectively in a group / / /
GE-POp: Application of computing and information technology to assist and facilitate research / / / / / /
GE-POq: Ability to negotiate the world of technology responsibly / / / / / /
GE-POr: Problem-solving (including real-world problems) / / / / / /
GE-POs: Basic work-related skills and knowledge / / / / / /

COURSE OUTCOMES MAP

Course Outcomes and their Relationship to Program Educational Outcomes

CORE COURSES
GE Uself – Understanding the Self
PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
GE-POa Demonstrated GEUself-CO1: Critique various conceptualizations of the self based on philosophical, sociological, psychological, and cross-cultural and cultural
GE-GEOICd Enabled perspectives.

GE-GEOPCRa Enabled GEUself-CO2: Describe various aspects and dimensions of one’s own self and identity through artistic expression.
GE-GEOPCRb
Demonstrated
GEUself-CO3: Design with peers short-term and long-term self-care and/or self-development programs intended to achieve or maintain a
GE-GEOPCRe flourishing sense of self.
Demonstrated
GE-GEPSa Enabled
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GE Hist – Readings in Philippine History
PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
GE-POd GEHist-CO1: Evaluate the different sources of readings in Philippine history for their credibility, authenticity, and provenance.
Enabling

GE-POa GEHist-CO2: Analyze the context, content, and perspective of different kinds of sources in Philippine history.
Enabling

GE-POj GEHist-CO3: Effectively communicate historical/critical analysis of a particular event or issue.

Enabling

GE-POn GEHist-CO4: Evaluate and promote the history, heritage, and culture of Filipinos through proper documentation.
Introductory
GE-POo
Enabling

GE ConWorld – The Contemporary World

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
GE-ConworldPOe GEConWorld-CO1: Acquire knowledge on the state of the world today and the new global order.
Demonstrating
GEConWorld-CO2: Examine the variety of perspectives on the phenomenon of globalization as well as its effects on traditional culture and
GE-ConworldPOf communities, nations and political institutions and local, regional and national economies.
Enabling
GEConWorld-CO3: Identify the challenges posed by globalization and consider responses to these challenges as demonstrated by experiences
on the ground.
GE-ConworldPOh
Enabling GEConWorld-CO4: Produce case studies of communities in the Philippines and other countries experiencing the impact of globalization and their
respective responses to issues that arise.
GE-ConworldPOk
Enabling GEConWorld-CO5: Formulate an understanding of globalization that is theoretically informed and rooted in the experiences of communities and
nations.
GE-ConworldPOm
Introductory

GE-ConworldPOn
Enabling

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GE Math – Mathematics in the Modern World
PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa GEArtApp-CO1.Appraise the works of arts and curate their own art exhibit.
Introductory
GE--GEOPCRg GEArtApp-CO2.Create the works of arts based on aesthetic value,historical context,tradition and social relevance.
Ability to appreciate and .
contribute to artistic beauty. GEArtApp-CO3.Develop creativity,skills and craftsmanship in the making of arts.

GE PurComm – PurComm
PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
GEPur Com-POb GEPurComm-CO1. Convey multimodal texts critically to enhance receptive skills and ideas through oral, audio-visual
Enabling and/or web based presentations for different target audiences in local and global settings using appropriate registers of audience and context in
presenting ideas.

GEPurComm-POd GEPurComm-CO2. Create clear, coherent and effective communication material for the workplace.
Enabling

GEPurComm-POo GEPurComm-CO3. Adopt cultural and intercultural awareness and sensitivity in their communication of ideas.
Demonstrating

GE Art App – Art Appreciation

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa GEArtApp-CO1.Appraise the works of arts and curate their own art exhibit.
Introductory
GE--GEOPCRg GEArtApp-CO2.Create the works of arts based on aesthetic value,historical context,tradition and social relevance.
Ability to appreciate and .
contribute to artistic beauty. GEArtApp-CO3.Develop creativity,skills and craftsmanship in the making of arts.

GE STS – Science, Technology and Society

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa GEArtApp-CO1.Appraise the works of arts and curate their own art exhibit.
Introductory
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 GE--GEOPCRg GEArtApp-CO2.Create the works of arts based on aesthetic value,historical context,tradition and social relevance.
Ability to appreciate and .
contribute to artistic beauty. GEArtApp-CO3.Develop creativity,skills and craftsmanship in the making of arts.

GE Eth – Ethics
PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa GEArtApp-CO1.Appraise the works of arts and curate their own art exhibit.
Introductory
GE--GEOPCRg GEArtApp-CO2.Create the works of arts based on aesthetic value,historical context,tradition and social relevance.
Ability to appreciate and .
contribute to artistic beauty. GEArtApp-CO3.Develop creativity,skills and craftsmanship in the making of arts.

ELECTIVES

GE EnviSci – Environmental Science

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa GEArtApp-CO1.Appraise the works of arts and curate their own art exhibit.
Introductory
GE--GEOPCRg GEArtApp-CO2.Create the works of arts based on aesthetic value,historical context,tradition and social relevance.
Ability to appreciate and .
contribute to artistic beauty. GEArtApp-CO3.Develop creativity,skills and craftsmanship in the making of arts.

GE PEECo – People and the Earth’s Ecosystems

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa GEArtApp-CO1.Appraise the works of arts and curate their own art exhibit.
Introductory
GE--GEOPCRg GEArtApp-CO2.Create the works of arts based on aesthetic value,historical context,tradition and social relevance.
Ability to appreciate and .
contribute to artistic beauty. GEArtApp-CO3.Develop creativity,skills and craftsmanship in the making of arts.

GE Lite – Living in the IT Era

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa GELite-CO1:
Introductory
GELite-CO2:

GELite-CO3:
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GE Entrep – The Entrepreneurial Mind
PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa GEEntrep-CO1:
Introductory
GEEntrep-CO2:

GEEntrep-CO3:

GE GB – Great Books
PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
GEGB-POa GEGBCO1:
Enabling
GEGB-POd GEGB-CO2:
Enabling
GEGB-POg GEGB-CO3:
Enabling
GEGB-POk
Enabling

MANDATED BY LAW

GE Rizal – Life and Works of Rizal

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
GETech-CO1: Critique the teaching of Rizal as Mandated by Law
GEO2. Foster a
commitment to
nationalism GETech-CO2: Inculcate the sense of nationalism/patriotism
balanced by a
sense of
internationalism GETech-CO3: Promote the heroic ideals of Dr. Jose Rizal

GEOPCRGi: ability to
contribute personally and
meaningfully to the
country’s development;

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GE Tech – Technopreneurship
PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES

New LC – New Labor Code

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa NLC-CO1:
Introductory
NLC-CO2:

NLC-CO3:

Philo 401 – Logic

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
ECE-POa Philo401-CO1:
Introductory
Philo401-CO2:

Philo401-CO3:

GE Phil.Lit – Philippine Literature

PO LINKS AND LEVEL
COURSE OUTCOMES
GEPhilLit-POa GEPhil.Lit-CO1:
Introductory
GEPhilLit-POd GEPhil.Lit-CO2:
Introductory
GEPhilLit-POg GEPhil.Lit-CO3:
Introductory
GEPhilLit-POi
Enabling
GEPhilLit-POk
Introductory
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Prepared by:

IRISH ANGCAO OXTERO, MST-SS

Area Coordinator, Social Sciences

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