Geodetic Engineering Practices Quiz

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What is a key aspect that a geodetic engineer must recognize in his professional path?

The CREATOR as the source of Light (correct)

His personal achievements

Professional associations and regulations

The clients' expectations

Which behavior is considered unethical for a geodetic engineer?

Offering discount rates to loyal clients

Acting as a faithful agent or trustee for clients

Delegating work to another engineer

Charging clients additional fees for extra consultations (correct)

What standard must a geodetic engineer always maintain when rendering services?

Competence and Honesty (correct)

Personal reputation above all

Financial gain over ethics

Compliance with industry trends

What action would discredit the honor and dignity of the geodetic engineering profession?

Exploiting the ignorance of clients for personal gain Signup and view all the answers

In what situation would a geodetic engineer act unethically regarding supervision?

Overseeing a project indirectly without involvement Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for junior GEs to file their application for upgrading to GE without examination?

3 years from the effectivity of the Act Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to be appointed as a member of the Board of Geodetic Engineering?

At least 50 years of age Signup and view all the answers

How many members are there on the Board of Geodetic Engineering?

3 members Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the role of a Geodetic Engineer?

They gather and process physical data of the Earth’s surface. Signup and view all the answers

What is a disqualifying factor for a board member in terms of moral character?

Conviction for any crime involving moral turpitude Signup and view all the answers

Which crime is NOT listed as involving moral turpitude?

Traffic Violation Signup and view all the answers

What must a Geodetic Engineer do to be officially recognized in their profession?

Obtain a certificate of registration from the Board Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a duty of the Board of Geodetic Engineering?

Issue professional certificates to geodetic engineers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an exception to property ownership during marriage?

Property purchased with joint funds Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary obligation of a usufructuary regarding the property they enjoy?

To preserve the form and substance of the property Signup and view all the answers

Which right does NOT belong to the usufructuary?

To revert back ownership of the property Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following fruits does a usufructuary have the right to?

Natural, industrial, and civil fruits Signup and view all the answers

What must a usufructuary prove to recover property they have under usufruct?

That they have made useful improvements to the property Signup and view all the answers

What is the required zone distance for easement of public use in urban areas according to the Water Code?

3 meters Signup and view all the answers

How long can a person be in the easement zone for purposes of recreation or navigation?

Only for necessary activities Signup and view all the answers

Which area requires a 40-meter easement zone according to the Water Code?

Forest areas Signup and view all the answers

According to the Tenant Emancipation Act, how many hectares constitutes a family-size farm for an irrigated plot?

3 hectares Signup and view all the answers

What must an individual occupying a salvage zone do?

Pay rentals Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios is not directly related to climate change?

Increased frequency of tornadoes Signup and view all the answers

What happens to tenant farmers under PD 27 Tenant Emancipation Act?

They gain ownership of land they till Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum area a tenant farmer can farm if the land is not irrigated?

5 hectares Signup and view all the answers

What should an examinee do if they receive a grade below 55% in one or more subjects?

They must retake the examination in those subjects. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an examinee fails the board exam three times?

They are suspended from taking the exam for one year. Signup and view all the answers

What is required of successful candidates before they can practice the profession?

To take the Oath of Profession. Signup and view all the answers

What document is issued to successful examinees after payment of registration fees?

Professional License. Signup and view all the answers

What must each registrant obtain upon registration?

A unique seal matching the Board's design. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a ground for suspension or revocation of a license?

Exceeding the allowed number of examinations. Signup and view all the answers

What can be done within 15 days after receiving a notice of suspension or revocation of a license?

File an appeal to the Commission. Signup and view all the answers

What condition must be met for a foreign GE to receive a temporary license to practice?

Their country must allow Filipino GEs to practice there. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Geodetic Engineering Upgrading and Practice

Junior Geodetic Engineers (GEs) can upgrade to GE status without examination within three years from the Act's effectivity (RA 8560 as amended by RA 9200).
The practice of geodetic engineering involves collecting physical data on the Earth's surface using precision instruments and presents these data in various formats like maps and charts.

Board of Geodetic Engineering

The Board consists of a Chairman and two members appointed by the President from a list of recommended candidates.
Board members must be:
- Natural-born Filipino citizens
- At least 40 years old
- Registered GEs with over 10 years of practice
- Not affiliated with institutions teaching GE within three years prior to appointment
- Must not have any conviction involving moral turpitude

Moral Turpitude

Examples of crimes involving moral turpitude include perjury, bigamy, theft, rape, and murder.
Those convicted of such offenses are disqualified from Board membership.

Examination and Licensure

Candidates averaging below 70% but scoring less than 55% in subjects must retake those specific subjects.
Candidates who fail the board exam three times will be suspended from retaking it for one year.
Successful candidates must take an Oath of Profession and will receive a Certificate of Registration and professional license upon payment of fees.

GE Seal and Ethics

Registered GEs must obtain and use a seal on all professional documents during the license's validity.
The Code of Ethics mandates integrity, honesty, and competence in professional service, prohibiting unethical practices such as charging fees outside of contract agreements.

License Suspension and Revocation

Grounds for suspension or revocation include fraud in obtaining registration, incompetence, or violating the GE act and its related policies.
Appeals against suspension or revocation can be made within 15 days of written notice.

Foreign Reciprocity

No foreign GE will be granted a temporary license unless their home country allows Filipino GEs to practice on equal terms.

Usufruct

Usufruct grants the right to enjoy and use another's property, obligating the usufructuary to preserve its form and substance.
Rights include benefiting from the fruits of the property, making useful improvements, and leasing usufruct rights.

Article 51 of the Water Code

Establishes public use easements along riverbanks and shorelines, with specific distance requirements based on the area type (urban, agricultural, forest).
Individuals occupying a salvage zone must pay rentals for their use.

Climate Change Scenarios

Expected climate change impacts include warmer sea surface temperatures, rising sea levels due to melting ice sheets, and increased intensity of tropical cyclones.

Agricultural Lands and Land Reform Laws

PD 27 (Tenant Emancipation Act) decrees the liberation of tenants from the soil, allowing them ownership of the land they cultivate.
Tenant farmers can own a family-sized farm of up to five hectares (non-irrigated) or three hectares (irrigated).

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Test your knowledge on the essential principles of Geodetic Engineering, including the qualifications and practices involved in upgrading to GE. This quiz covers the professional responsibilities and methodologies used in gathering and processing geodetic data.