ICpEP

• Institute of Computer Engineers of the Philippines

• It is a registered under the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC
Reg. No. 201120675) as a non-stock, non-profit professional
organization of computer engineers in the Philippines.

• www.icpep.org.ph
ICpEP
• ICpEP envisions itself as the foundation of world-class Filipino
computer engineering professionals and the motivator of interest
towards excellence in computer engineering as a field of
specialization.
ICpEP
ICpEP aims to:
• Build a network of professionals and graduates of computer
engineering in the country through member interaction and open
communication. This is directed to the industry, academe and
government.
• Support the professional career of members through relevant training
and exposure.
• Expand knowledge and specialization in computer engineering
through research and development.
ICpEP latest Activity

• First International Conference and 9th National Conference 2021

• Theme: Advancing the Computer Engineering Profession in the 4th
Industrial Revolution for Globally sustainable and smarter nation
• Muscat, Oman
• August 27-29, 2021
ICpEP Incoming Activity
Regional CpE Challenge and Convention
• Nov. 4-6, 2021

National CpE challenge

• January 2022
CPECB
• Computer Engineering Certification Board, Inc
• Certify locally, practice globally
• www.cpecb.org.ph
• A SEC registered non-profit corporation dedicated to professionalizing
the Computer Engineering profession in the Philippines through
CERTIFICATION

• Noel Linsangan is the Chairman

ICpEP vs CPECB
• Two related organizations but different in functions
• CPECB is a certification body for the graduates of CpE program
• ICPEP is the professional organization for the Computer Engineers of
the Philippines
CPECB

Vision
• To provide leadership in globally-recognized computer engineering
certification and standards of professional practice
Mission
• To advance professional competence through fair and organized
system of computer engineering certification and standards of
practice
• To uphold good governance through transparency in decision making
and responsive issuance of member credentials
CPECB
Objectives:
• Develop a balanced system of certification
• Develop a balanced set of standards of practice
• Capture wider membership
• Convert applicants to official members in a timely manner

Slogan-Certify locally, practice globally

 ICG

Implementing Certification Guidelines

• It is a document containing the general guidelines for Implementing
the Grandfather’s Rule for Certified Computer Engineer(CCpE) and
Professional Computer Engineer(PCpE) certification programs of
CPECB
 GFR

• Grandfather’s Rule
• A general rule implemented wherein a qualified practicing Computer
Engineer is given certification without taking the examination
• The GFR for CCpE or PCpE will be offered until December 31, 2024, or
until the CpE Certification Board decides to terminate or continue its
implementation
• When the CpECB decides to terminate the implementation of GFR, all
succeeding applicants will be required to take and pass the
examination and/or interview
ICG
Point system Criteria in GFR
CPECB
• On December 9, 2020, the Computer Engineering
Certification Board Officially released the 1st Batch of
Certified Computer Engineers and Professional Computer
Engineers.
• CpECB grants Certifications to 284 First Batch of CCpE and
PCpE Applicants
CPECB
The First Batch of PCpE includes our professors from CSU:
• Engr. Bernard D. Bisuecos
• Engr. Mervin G. Molina
• Engr. Rose Jean B. Oñate
• Engr. Melody S. Paned
• Engr. Maria Niña Dioceth P. Sales
Is There an Engineer Inside You?
Think it, dream it and go for it!
You want to make a difference, right?
An engineering education is a chance to explore,
invent, and shape the world.
It’s a field that is endlessly creative, innovating
and pioneering.
• A common misconception about studying
engineering is that engineering is only for the
intellectual elite or that it’s only for students
getting A’s in math and science in high school.
• Engineering is a way to make life better. Many
problems are solved by applying math principles, but
math is just one tool in the engineer’s toolbox.
• Inspiration, experimentation, vision, analytical ability,
creativity, curiosity, imagination, energy, passion and
communication skills are also extremely important.
• How do you get the drive and perseverance?
Simply stated, you have to be willing to make the
effort, take responsibility for your education, and
not let anything stand in your way.
• There is no standard of intelligence needed to complete a
degree in engineering.
• Excellent grades in math and science through high school,
although nice to have, are not prerequisites to becoming a
good engineer.
• Many students who have trouble in high school find out later
when they try to work on a stimulating problem, they enjoy
the problem solving process and solutions come easily.
• An engineering student who is willing to work
hard and keep at it when things get tough, can
expect a nice paycheck as well as a challenging
and stimulating career.
• If you feel you have the aptitude and you make
the commitment, you can and will succeed in
engineering school.
Practice makes perfect
Be ready to devote long hours to studying complex subjects. A student
needs to first prepare himself to do a couple years hard work and
dedicated studying to make it. If you feel the need to get help, look for
a good mentor that will help you.
FIND A MENTOR
• Finding and developing a relationship with a mentor is a great idea.
• Mentors can help you figure out if engineering is the right career for
you, they can alert you to opportunities such as job shadowing,
summer jobs, engineering camps or other chances to learn about
yourself.
• They can help you develop skills and deal with problems in school or
at work.
FIND A MENTOR
• Try to pick a mentor in your field of interest, but don’t be limited by
this approach.
• The most important thing is to find someone you respect, admire, and
can talk to easily.
• if you know of any upperclassmen who would be willing to help.
FIND A MENTOR
• A mentoring relationship demands considerable time, energy, trust,
and a willingness to be open and honest about your goals and
aspirations. If you are willing to put forth this effort, you may find that
having a mentor can considerably aid you in meeting your goals and
securing a fantastic career.
MANAGE YOUR TIME
• Engineering is a rigorous and demanding major.
• To be successful in engineering, you will need certain tools.
• You must be self-disciplined, willing to take responsibility for your
education and also manage your time effectively.
MANAGE YOUR TIME
• In college, the “real” learning often takes place outside the classroom,
and less time is spent in the classroom.
• A good time-management system can also allow you to participate in
extracurricular activities, which broaden your experience and are of
interest to potential employers.
STUDY SMART
You need to:
• schedule your study time so that you master the material presented
in each class session before the beginning of the next class session;
share information frequently with peers and engage in group study and
collaborative learning regularly
• interact frequently with professors in the classroom and in the
professor’s office
• spend as much time on campus as possible
• get involved in student organizations
STUDY SMART
You should also have a plan that you refer back to
from time to time of what your future goals are
and how what you are doing now relates to that.
This helps to maintain your perspective when
things get challenging. By thinking about your
study habits and preparing to change them now,
you can make a big difference in the quality of
your education.
STUDY SMART
Free up your commitments when you begin
school so you have fewer distractions. Be on the
lookout for other people willing to study in
groups. Visit your professors regularly. And join
the local student chapter of the society for your
engineering major. You will feel good about being
at the top of your class.
Ten great reasons you’ll love engineering are:
1. Love your work and live your life too — Engineering is an exciting
profession, but one of its greatest advantages is that it will leave you
time for all the other things in your life that you love!
2. Be creative — Engineering is a great outlet for the imagination and
the perfect field for independent thinkers.
3. Work with great people — Engineering takes teamwork, and you’ll
work with all kinds of people inside and outside the field. Whether
they’re designers or architects, doctors or entrepreneurs, you’ll be
surrounded by smart, inspiring people.
ten great reasons you’ll love engineering are:
4. Solve problems, design things that matter — Come up with solutions
no one else has considered. Make your mark on the world.
5. Never be bored — Creative problem solving will take you into
uncharted territory, and the ideas of your colleagues will expose you to
different ways of thinking. Be prepared to be fascinated and to have
your talents stretched in ways you never expected.
6. Make a big salary — Engineers not only earn lots of respect, but
they’re highly paid. Even the starting salary for an entry-level job is
impressive!
ten great reasons you’ll love engineering are:
7. Enjoy job flexibility — An engineering degree offers you lots of
freedom in finding your dream job. It can be a launching pad for jobs in
business, design, medicine, law, and government. To employers or
graduate schools, an engineering degree reflects a well educated
individual who has been taught ways of analyzing and solving problems
that can lead to success in all kinds of fields.
8. Travel — Field work is a big part of engineering. You may end up
designing a skyscraper in London or developing safe drinking-water
systems in Asia. Or you may stay closer to home, working with a nearby
high-tech company or a hospital.
ten great reasons you’ll love engineering are:
9. Make a Difference — Everywhere you look you’ll see examples of
engineering having a positive effect on everyday life. Cars are safer,
sound systems deliver better acoustics, medical tests are more
accurate, and computers and cell phones are a lot more fun! You’ll be
giving back to your community.
10. Change the world — Imagine what life would be like without
pollution controls to preserve the environment, life-saving medical
equipment, or low-cost building materials for fighting global poverty. All
this takes engineering. In very real and concrete ways, engineers save
lives, prevent disease, reduce poverty, and protect our planet.
• I hope there’s an engineering inside of you.
• Thank you for listening!