Republic Act No. 7920 - Electrical Engineering Law

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The "New Electrical Engineering Law" is also known as Republic Act No. ______.

7920

The term "electric supply equipment" refers exclusively to devices that generate electricity.

False (B)

Which of the following is NOT considered a component of the practice of electrical engineering as defined in the New Electrical Engineering Law?

  • Consultation on electrical engineering projects
  • Supervision of the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment
  • Design and preparation of plans for electrical systems
  • Marketing and sales of electrical appliances. (correct)

What does the term "power plant design" refer to?

<p>Planning, specifying, and coordinating the layout of electrical equipment in power plants, substations, and similar facilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:

<p>Practice of electrical engineering = The rendering or offering of professional electrical engineering services Electric supply equipment = Any equipment that produces, modifies, regulates, or controls the supply of electric energy Electric plant = An establishment or system for the production and modification of electric energy Power plant design = Planning, specifying, and coordinating the layout of electrical equipment in power plants, substations, and the like.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities is explicitly mentioned in the law as part of the "practice of electrical engineering"?

<p>Teaching of electrical engineering professional subjects (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The New Electrical Engineering Law mandates that all individuals who sell electrical equipment must hold an engineering license.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the New Electrical Engineering Law?

<p>To provide a comprehensive and responsive regulation for the practice, licensing, and registration of electrical engineers and electricians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who appoints the members of the Board of Electrical Engineering?

<p>The President of the Philippines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board of Electrical Engineering has the authority to create new laws regarding electrical engineering.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three specific types of powers the Board of Electrical Engineering exercises?

<p>Executive/administrative, quasi-legislative (rule-making), and quasi-judicial (investigative)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board of Electrical Engineering is responsible for ______ the practice of electrical engineering in the Philippines.

<p>supervising and regulating</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following powers of the Board of Electrical Engineering with their corresponding descriptions:

<p>Supervise and regulate the practice of electrical engineering = (a) Determine and evaluate qualifications for registration and special permits Determine and evaluate qualifications = (b) Prepare examination questions, prescribe syllabi, and conduct examinations Prepare and conduct examinations = (c) Ensure high professional, technical, and ethical standards in the practice of electrical engineering Issue special permits to foreign electrical engineers = (d) Oversee the overall practice of electrical engineering in the Philippines</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age requirement for an individual to be appointed as a Board member?

<p>35 years old (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A Board member can be appointed for a maximum of two terms.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Board of Electrical Engineering?

<p>Issuing business licenses to electrical engineering firms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of years of experience in electrical engineering required for a candidate to be appointed as a Board member?

<p>10 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board of Electrical Engineering can require foreign electrical engineers to take a licensure examination before practicing in the Philippines.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Board members hold office for a term of ______ years.

<p>three</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Board of Electrical Engineering conducting ocular inspections of workplaces?

<p>To determine and enforce compliance with the Electrical Engineering Act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board of Electrical Engineering is responsible for ______ the examination questions for the licensure examination for electrical engineers.

<p>preparing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following requirements for Board members with their corresponding descriptions:

<p>(a) Be a natural born Filipino citizen and a resident of the Philippines for at least five (5) consecutive years = Citizenship and residency requirement (b) Be at least thirty-five (35) years of age, of proven integrity with high moral values in his personal as well as his professional conduct = Age and moral character requirement (c) Be a person with no final conviction by the court of an offense involving moral turpitude = Criminal record requirement (d) Be a holder of the degree of Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from a university, school, college, academy or institute duly constituted, recognized and accredited by the Philippine government = Educational qualification requirement (e) Be a professional electrical engineer with a valid certificate of registration and a valid professional license duly qualified to practice electrical engineering in the Philippines = Professional license requirement (f) Have practiced electrical engineering for a period of not less than ten (10) years prior to his appointment, with a sworn statement as such = Professional experience requirement (g) Not be an official nor a member of the faculty of, nor have a pecuniary interest in, any university, college, school or institution conferring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering for at least three (3) years prior to his appointment, and is not connected with a review center or with any group or association where review classes or lectures in preparation for the licensure examinations are offered or conducted at the time of his appointment = Conflict of interest requirement</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Board of Electrical Engineering in overseeing the practice of electrical engineering?

<p>To ensure the safety and public welfare through ethical and competent practice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for connected loads up to 500 Kva and voltages up to 600 V?

<p>One registered master electrician (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For watercrafts or electric locomotives with generating capacity up to the maximum allowed size and voltage, only a registered master electrician is required.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum complement of qualified personnel required for installations operating in multiple shifts?

<p>The minimum complement of qualified personnel shall be employed in each shift.</p> Signup and view all the answers

This section does not apply to installations with a connected load of ______ or less and voltages of not more than ______.

<p>fifty kilovolt-amperes (50 Kva) and two hundred fifty volts (250 v)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles with their relevant responsibilities mentioned in the text:

<p>Registered Master Electrician = Responsible for installations with connected loads up to 500 Kva and voltages up to 600 V Professional Electrical Engineer = Responsible for conducting yearly inspections and certifying safe operating condition Registered Electrical Engineer = Responsible for installations with generating capacity up to the maximum size and voltage available for watercrafts or electric locomotives Duly Registered Personnel = Responsible for maintenance and repair of installations with connected load of 50 Kva or less and voltage of 250 V or less</p> Signup and view all the answers

Foreign electrical engineers working as technical consultants for the Philippine government are exempt from examination and registration.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a foreign electrical installer to perform specialized work in the Philippines?

<p>A special permit from the Commission (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The exemption for foreign professionals is initially granted for a period of ______ months.

<p>six</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the collected fees is designated for the supervisory and regulatory functions of the Board?

<p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition must be met for a foreign electrical engineer to be exempted from registration?

<p>Their home country's licensing requirements must be equivalent to or higher than those in the Philippines. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for registration as a professional electrical engineer in the Philippines?

<p>Valid driver's license (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To be eligible for the registered electrical engineering examination, an applicant must have at least four years of active practice as a registered electrical engineer.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age requirement for an applicant to take the registered electrical engineering examination?

<p>21 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

Both professional electrical engineers and applicants for the registered electrical engineering examination must have a ______ degree from a recognized institution.

<p>Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following qualifications with the relevant section of the law:

<p>Citizenship of the Philippines = Section 17(a) Good reputation with high moral values = Both Section 17(c) and Section 18(c) Four years of active practice = Section 17(e) Minimum age of 21 years = Section 17(b)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Republic Act No. 7920

An act regulating the practice of electrical engineering and electricians.

Practice of electrical engineering

Services offered by a licensed individual in various electrical engineering tasks.

Electric supply equipment

Equipment that produces, modifies, regulates, or controls electric energy supply.

Electric plant

An establishment/system for producing and modifying electric energy.

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Power plant design

Planning and organizing the layout of electrical equipment in power facilities.

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Consultation in electrical engineering

Offering expert advice based on electrical engineering knowledge.

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Supervision of electrical installation

Overseeing the installation and commissioning of electrical systems.

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Teaching electrical engineering

Educating others on professional electrical engineering subjects.

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Philippine Citizenship Requirement

Applicants must be citizens of the Philippines for registration.

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Moral Character

Applicants must have a reputation for high moral values and not have convictions involving moral turpitude.

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Educational Requirement

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.

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Age Requirement for Exam

Applicants must be at least twenty-one years old to take the registered electrical engineering exam.

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Registered Engineer Experience

Applicants need four years of active practice as a registered electrical engineer before applying for registration.

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Registered Master Electrician

A professional authorized to manage electrical loads up to 500 Kva and 600 V.

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Professional Electrical Engineer

An engineer qualified to oversee electrical projects, including watercrafts and locomotives.

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Minimum Personnel Requirement

Rule ensuring enough qualified personnel for safe operation of electrical installations.

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Automatic Installations

Systems designed to operate without regular personnel, under a maintenance plan.

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Philippine Electrical Code

A set of regulations governing electrical installations and safety in the Philippines.

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Board Member Citizenship Requirement

Must be a natural born Filipino citizen and resident for 5 years.

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Minimum Age for Board Members

Board members must be at least 35 years old.

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Moral Turpitude Conviction

No final conviction for offenses involving moral turpitude.

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Educational Qualification

Must hold a BSEE degree from an accredited institution.

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Professional License Requirement

Must have a valid professional electrical engineer license.

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Years of Practice

Must have practiced electrical engineering for at least 10 years.

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Conflict of Interest Rule

Cannot be affiliated with educational institutions for 3 years prior to appointment.

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Term Length for Board Members

Each Board member serves a term of 3 years.

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Registration Fees

Fees paid by applicants for professional electrical engineer registration.

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Special Fund

A fund allocated for programs, projects, and activities of the commission, comprising 50% of collected fees.

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Exemption from Examination

The condition where certain foreign professionals do not need to take exams for practice.

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Foreign Professional Conditions

Set of requirements for foreign engineers exempt from registration in the Philippines.

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Special Permit

A permit that foreign professionals must secure before starting work.

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Filipino Understudy Requirement

Mandate to employ a Filipino engineer while hiring a foreign professional.

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Duration of Exemption

The exemption for foreign professionals lasts for six months, with options for renewal.

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Private Practice Restriction

Foreign professionals granted exemption cannot engage in private practice independently.

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Board of Electrical Engineering

A collegial body supervising electrical engineering in the Philippines.

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Commission

The Professional Regulations Commission overseeing the Board.

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Powers and Duties of the Board

The Board's responsibilities include regulating and supervising electrical engineering practice.

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Licensure Examinations

Assessments for determining qualifications in electrical engineering.

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Test Question Bank

A collection of prepared exam questions for licensure assessments.

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Certification of Registration

Official recognition granted to successful applicants in electrical engineering.

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Foreign Special Permits

Permissions for foreign engineers to work temporarily on specific projects.

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Ocular Inspections

Physical checks conducted by the Board to ensure compliance with regulations.

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Professional Standards

The ethical and technical benchmarks for the engineering profession.

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Qualifications Evaluation

Assessment of applicants' credentials for licensure or registration.

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Study Notes

Republic Act No. 7920 - New Electrical Engineering Law

  • Defines key terms related to electrical engineering practice, licensing, and registration
  • "Practice of Electrical Engineering" encompasses consultation, investigation, valuation, management of services, design, and preparation of plans, specifications, etc.
  • "Electric Supply Equipment" encompasses any equipment producing, modifying, regulating, or controlling electric energy
  • Defines terms such as "Electric plant", "Power plant design", "Substation", "Electrical system design", "Voltage", "Kva", "Kw", "Utilization equipment", "Industrial plant or factory", "Commercial establishments", "Institutional buildings", "Watercraft", and "Electric locomotive"
  • Outlines the composition of the Board of Electrical Engineering, including its powers and duties
  • Details the composition, powers, and duties of the Board; including supervision and regulation, qualification evaluations, examination preparation, and prescribing rules, regulations and ethics
  • Includes provisions for issuing special permits to foreign electrical engineers.
  • Outlines procedures for investigating violations of the Act, issuing subpoenas, and handling cases involving non-compliance, as well as establishing a code of ethics
  • Explains procedures for examination preparation, including question preparation, conducting examinations, determining results, and handling appeals
  • Details registration fees, licenses, and fees for violations
  • Addresses the provision of rules and regulations
  • Covers the qualifications of Board members, including age, citizenship, moral character
  • Provides procedures for review, amendment, and revision of the requirements for professional electrical engineers
  • Explains the qualification criteria for applying for professional electrical engineer, electrical engineer, and master electrician examinations
  • Outlines the scope of examinations, including the required technical background for each profession
  • Outlines exemption criteria from examinations for foreign electrical engineers and outlines any exemptions
  • Specifies criteria for the issuance of professional licenses and examination requirements, including examinations and the processes involved
  • Explains how and when special permits may be issued
  • Covers procedures for handling revoked or suspended licenses
  • outlines conditions for practicing electrical engineering
  • Defines the scope of practice for each professional level

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