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POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
TAGUIG BRANCH
Gen Santos Ave., Bicutan, Taguig, Metro Manila
Tel. Nos. 837-5858 to 60/ 838-2057
Company Name: BENECO

Date of Visit: November 28, 2018
For Personnel who assisted the tour
Name: Erwin Castro, Jane Paguli
Position
Brief Description of the Company

The Benguet Electric Cooperative, Inc., BENECO, is one of the Energy Regulatory
Commission assigned by the government of the Philippines to the area of Benguet, similar to
MERALCO of Manila. BENECO is very crucial in economic development in Baguio City and
Benguet. They have been distributing electricity in the province of Benguet since October 5, 1973
and has been granted by National Electrification Commission 50 years to operate for the whole
city of Baguio and Benguet.
What happened during the tour?

On arrive at BENECO, we were amazed by such scenery. It was a company hidden in the
woods. BENECO is one of the biggest companies that we visited when we had our plant visit in
Baguio City. BENECO’s representative warmly welcomed us, since there was also an event being
held that day, we had our seminar in one of the conference hall will a long elliptical table with
fancy chairs. They discussed the history, milestone and program outline used by their company.
What did you learn during the visit?

Similar to Manila and MERALCO, Benguet has BENECO. BENECO covers the whole
province of Benguet with 13 municipalities providing them electrical energy. BENECO is the
counterpart in Benguet, they are the distributor of electricity to the area they cover. The The mode
of their transmission is through Fiber Optics and they also use Wireless transmission for
redundancy. During the seminar, there were a total of 4 speakers. The speakers were direct to the
point that it made us more interested and hooked with the topics they were discussing. We learned
about the Software Application System Network and its System of Operations. Also, BENECO
had a lot of struggles before being achieving what it has today.
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Rate your visit from 1-5 and Why?

I think I will rate this 4 out 5. The Seminar was very informative. As ECE students, it’s
good to know how industrial companies similar to BENECO how electricity is supplied and what
kind of management should be attained to hone a company that is ready for competition and open
for more advance development.
Would you recommend the company to others who will have company visit? Why?
For me I will definitely recommend this company for electrical and electronics engineering
students, because they were able to explain on how their system works in a very simple manner.
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Company Name: PAG-ASA BAGUIO

Date of Visit
For Personnel who assisted the tour:
Name
Position

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration
(PAG-ASA) BAGUIO Station is where observation of meteorological elements such as weather
and climate are made at fixed scheduled times and are transmitted to the central office to update
the system and update the people within that specific location.

We scheduled our tour in PAG-ASA intending to witness the release of the weather
balloon, unfortunately we were not early enough. The balloon was just released minutes ago before
we arrived. The staffs and the Head of their branch there in PAG-ASA Baguio welcomed us
warmly and the head of the branch discussed everything pretty well.

I have learned a lot of things during the visit and was also able to see a lot of different equipment
used for weather forecasting. The Head of the branch explained the function of each instrument
and equipment and how it helps them there in Baguio. According to the speaker most of the
instrument on the station are outdated. Weather forecasting is quite a difficult job and one thing
that makes it convenient and accurate at the same time is having updated equipment. It had me
thinking that regardless of Baguio being a province, it doesn’t need updates on instruments instead
it must be in fact Baguio is the summer capital of the Philippines. It would be better if the
government would be able to fund additional updated instrument.
Aside from that I also learned that every release of the weather hot air balloon costs a lot. More
than thousands and every day, at least 1 balloon is being released into the sky. Weather forecasting
may be a small and trivial matter for some people but it cost a lot more than it sounds like. Imagine
spending millions just to officially state that today will be a sunny and humid day. But of course
weather forecasting is very important especially on storms and unexpected weather. It gives
people ample time to prepare for the coming occurrence. We also learned that after the branch
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there in Baguio receives the data it is being relayed to the central office to update their system as
well as the people in that specific place. I have learned that though they lack some equipment and
some of their equipment and instruments are outdated they play a vital role to inform the people
there in Baguio with regards to the weather and climate which will help them to keep themselves
safe.

I will rate this 5 out 5 because this is what I would like to happen in a plant visit. Aside
from seminars and talks we were able to tour the vicinity and able to use some of the instruments
and see instruments up-close. An actual explanation outside which is very good and informative
because we were able to learn the methods that PAG-ASA uses monitor the weather, climate and
storm.
Yes, I highly recommend other students to visit PAG-ASA Baguio because they provided
us a very informative seminar, we were able to learn lots of things specially on how PAG-ASA
monitors the storm weather and climate in our country.
Company Name: Love Radio

Date of Visit: November 26, 2019
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Tel. Nos. 837-5858 to 60/ 838-2057

Name: Lyka Barrista
Position

DWMB-Love Radio 95.1 FM, a commercial radio station owned by Manila Broadcasting
Company. With the frequency of 95.1MHz, has operating in Baguio since August 8, 1992. It has
playing mainstream pop and other easy listening music. The studio is located at the Ground Floor
of Skyrise Hotel Dominican Road, Lourdes Proper, Baguio City

Our class was separated into two groups. I was among the second group. On arriving at the radio
station we immediately proceed to the recording studio, we thought we would be just listening to
the anchor but also we were part of the live streaming for that day. After the introduction and live
streaming, the supervisor explained the brief history of Love Radio Baguio and at the same time
the background of the pretty-voiced anchor and how she landed a job on the radio station. After
the recording studio, we proceeded to the most top floor pf the building to see the cable racks and
transmission lines then after we went to the roof of that building to see the view of Baguio.

During the visit we first went inside the Airing Booth while inside we saw two DJs, we were also
able to see the DJ talks while she’s on air we saw the different equipment she uses to adjust the
volume, sound effects and her voice like the mixers and mic that she uses. The head of their branch
also explains to us the origin of the company on when It started as well as his experience that he
is also a PUPian. After that we went outside and head upstairs, there we saw more equipment that
they use to broadcast their airing as well as the frequency they used. We also went to the roof and
there we saw the antenna that they use to broadcast their respective segment each and every day.

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I will rate this 3 out 5. I really enjoyed listening to the DJ while she was broadcasting and using
the mixer and how she blended it with the additional background effects. The manager had also a
very intrestinh way in explaining things, he was also a bit of a comedian. The only part that I
thought was lacking was the space of our tour. The area where all transmission lines and data
cabinet was stored was only enough for the equipment. We were not able to see it up-close. Also,
one reason that I makes me like Love Radio was their rooftop.
Yes, I definitly recommend this company to future ECEs of PUPTaguig. Not only it was
enjoyable but you will also be able to learn about broadcasting and how they make news, lifestyle
reporting, etc. sound in the radio while hearing it. Aside from that, others would be able to see the
antenna up-close used by the radio station. The staff were very kind and welcoming and at the
same time they also invited our lower years to visit them again.
Company Name: TESDA

Date of Visit
Name
Position
TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority) serves as the
Philippines Technical Vocational Education and Training authority. TESDA Baguio is
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located at 132 Purok Magsaysay, 2600 Baguio and offers a variety of programs and
courses like automotive servicing, Nihongo language and plumbing. It is exusting to
develop the Filipino laborers with world-class competence and positive work values and
to provide quality technical-educational and skills development through its programs and
policies.

TESDA was one of the best Plant Visit that we did. Upon arriving the employees there
welcomed us pretty well. One of the head of the company was our tour guide and what we did was
we went around the whole company which I really liked.

Our tour guide and the employees there are good and they explained everything very well. We
went around pretty much the whole company. There are different sectors of training being done
inside the company. Some are being trained as mechanic some are electricians and others are
welders. We also learned how the equipment there are being used some are for crafting some of
us even got a souvenir from it. I also learned different types of welding on what type of welding
that you should do if you are going to use this type of metal. I learned that the training being done
at TESDA is pretty good and intensive which would really enable the trainees to have a very good
job in the future. TESDA plays a significant role in the country because it provides the country a
strong workforce that is very knowledgeable on their respective fields because of the training they
have undergone.

I will rate this 5 out 5 because I enjoyed the discussion and the speaker while going around the
plant. Everything was discussed properly in a simple but very efficient way.
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I Highly recommend other students to have a plant visit in the company, because I can
assure that other students will learn a lot just like we did because while going around the plant
there’s a guide that explains us everything and the discussion mainly focuses on how you can work
Company Name: HEDCOR

Date of Visit
TAGUIG BRANCH
Tel. Nos. 837-5858 to 60/ 838-2057

Name
Position

Hedcor is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Aboitiz Power. It specializes in generating renewable
energy from run-of-river hydropower systems. Today, Hedcor manages and operates 21
hydropower plants and supplies the country with 245 MW of clean and renewable energy.
With more than 40 years of experience, Hedcor is the leading run-of-river developer in the
Philippines.

We arrived at the company in the afternoon. The head of the company with his co-workers
welcomed us warmly. They have prepared lots of power point presentation and the speakers are
very good. They also gave us free sandwich and juice which I very appreciated considering we
have a long day

At first, I don’t know that a company like hedcor exist, what I mean is before going to hedcore
I taught that our country doesn’t have any one who focuses on using natural ways to produce
electricity. But being there they were able to explain how they harvest energy of the current of the
river through the use of their different equipment. I also learned a lot form the head of Hedcor
because he is very passionate on what he does and he is very eager to learn anything related to
electronics though he is an IT graduate. He inspired us to seek for more knowledge and be mindful
of how the things around us works.

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I will rate this 5 out 5 because I enjoyed the way they presented their company, their company’s
background and the nature of the company which focuses on harvesting natural energy. The way
they did it was very good because we didn’t only learn about the things with regards to their
company they also inspired us.
Yes, I will definitely recommend other students to visit HEDCOR because it’s a very good
company, considering the position our world is now what we need is clean and sustainable energy
for us to maintain our planet a habitable and desirable place to live and HEDCOR teachings will
become a great foundation for that.
Company Name: BOMBO RADYO

Date of Visit
Name
Position

Bombo Radyo Baguio is the Number One Radio Station in Baguio City and in the whole province
of Cordillera serving the latest news FIRST, FAST and RIGHT which is the company’s motto.

We arrived at their broadcasting station in the afternoon. Their staff welcomed us well and we
went around the station while someone is guiding us and telling us information that we needed to
know.

I have learned that we shouldn’t judge something based on the appearance alone, because by
the time we got there the place wasn’t that good their facility isn’t also good. Little do I know that
their broadcasting station is the number one station in Baguio City. We toured around the station
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we saw how the voices on some radio dramas are being portrayed they are inside a room holding
their scripts while speaking to the microphone broadcasting it live. I also learned some of the
equipment they use to control on which program to air or commercials to air, they also have the
list of programs to guide them properly on which they should be airing.

I will rate this 4 out 5 because I learned a lot from the company specifically on how
broadcasting is done. I will recommend it to those students interested in broadcasting.
I will recommend it to those students interested in broadcasting because I know this company
will serve as a good foundation for them to learn in the said field.
Company Name: ABS – CBN

Date of Visit
Name
Position

ABS-CBN Corporation, commonly known as ABS-CBN, is a Filipino media and entertainment
group based in Quezon City and it has lots of branches including the one in Baguio
City, Philippines. It is the Philippines' largest entertainment and media conglomerate in terms of
revenue, operating income, net income, assets, equity, market capitalization, and number of
employees. ABS-CBN was formed by the merger of Alto Broadcasting System (ABS)
and Chronicle Broadcasting Network(CBN). ABS was founded in 1946 by American electronics
engineer James Lindenberg as Bolinao Electronics Corporation (BEC).

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We arrived at their station early in the morning we were treated very well by the employees
working there, after going inside they immediately started the seminar and discussed the
equipment they use and its function.

The speaker taught us the uses of their equipment for transmission while going around the
station, and while doing their broadcasting live they also taught us how they utilize their equipment
to do broadcast shows and commercials properly. I learned how they plugin commercials and line
up their shows that will be then broadcast and I also learned that some of the shows of ABS- CBN
are just being broadcasted in Baguio City alone.

I will rate this 4 out 5 because I enjoyed the discussion and the speaker really knows what he
was saying. It really shows the vast knowledge he has on the field.
Yes, I will recommend this to students who want to see application of communications
because if you have a visit to their company the things they taught us can serve as a great
foundation if you want to pursue a career in broadcasting.
Company Name: MOOG
Date of Visit
Name
Position

Over fifty years ago, Moog started as designer and supplier of aircraft and missile components.
Today, Moog’s motion control technology enhances performance in a variety of markets and
applications, from commercial aircraft cockpits, to power-generation turbines, to Formula
One racing, to medical infusion systems.
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The tour was great we were welcomed by the employees well. They are well prepared for the
topics that they have to discus to us and they presented it with the use of power point presentation

The speakers are very good in delivering their message they did it In a simple way yet very
informative. We learned in their company that position doesn’t matter and everyone is equal and
that attitude as well as character example is how you treat other workmates is very important to
maintain a healthy workplace. We toured around the plant with our own designated groups and
respected guide. They taught us the different machines and equipment they use to manufacture the
products they specializes on, because I learned that each and every branch of Moog are assigned
to a specific they must create and assure that its at the best quality possible by doing quality checks
to make sure each part meet its standards. I also learned the way the things that they do to tto
manage their scraps.

I will rate this 5 out 5 because I enjoyed the discussion of the speakers and they toured us
around the plant while imparting important details in each sector that we stopped.
Yes, I will highly recommend that other electronics and mechanical engineering students
that will go to Baguio should have their plant visit at Moog because they will surely learn a lot of
things especially in manufacturing.
Company Name: LOAKAN AIRPORT

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Date of Visit
Name
Position

Loakan Airport is an airport serving the general area of Baguio, in the province of Benguet in
the Philippines. It is classified as a Class 2 principal (minor domestic) airport by the Civil Aviation
Authority of the Philippines (CAAP). Loakan Airport, the city's only airport, was built in 1934. Its
short runway, frequent low visibility, and dilapidated structures along with deep ravines on both
ends of the runway continue to challenge commercial operation at the airport.

We arrived at their site early in the morning they welcomed us pretty well though they didn’t
quite expect our visit on that day they tour was very good and we did learn a lot from it.

The speaker during the tour in Loakan Airport was pretty good, the way he talks is shows the
vast experience that he has on the field of Air Traffic Control. During the visit he then first gave a
an introduction on Air ways itself, we learned that airplanes don’t just fly and go to their destination
on however they want, they also have a specific or specified way on which they will fly to reach
their destination. We also learned about the Air Space regarding who is communicating to the
plane if he is in a specific place as well as those who is responsible for its safety as well as the
instruments that are being used to maintain proper communication and safety, which is the Air
Traffic Control. An example is if a plane flew from this country and going to other going like japan
at first Air traffic Control in the country will be the first one communicating to the pilot when the
plane reaches the airspace of japan the communications will then be transferred to the Air Traffic
Controllers there. And we also learned that there’s a lot of rules and protocols being done to
maintain the safety of the passengers, beginning for the checking of the aircraft before taking off
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up to the point it reaches its destination. We learned its not an easy task that’s why I look up to the
them being able to do the job very well.

I will rate this 5 out 5 because though they lack equipment and some of their equipment are
outdated , I enjoyed the discussion and the speaker is very good in delivering everything that we
need to know regarding the airport itself as well as the nature of their job.
Yes, I will definitely recommend this to other students who has an interest in aviation or
simply those students who want to know more on what’s going on in an airport and Air Traffic
Control because our visit has been very helpful for us to expand our knowledge in the said field.
Company Name: SKY CABLE

Date of Visit
Name
Position

Sky Cable Baguio is a Cable and Internet provider located there in Baguio, it’s one of the
largest and major cable and internet provider in our country and in the said region.

We arrived at their site at almost noon time so its quite hot, the employees there welcomed us
warmly, the place is pretty secure before we we’re able to enter the building we logged in and
given visitors pass.

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The speaker taught us the different types of equipment and instruments used to transmit
specific signals. He also showed us the antennas being used for transmitting and receiving and its
given functions as well as on how long that antenna has been serving its purpose though its quite
outdated it still does serve its purpose.

I will rate this 3 out 5, I enjoyed the discussion and the speaker really knows what he was
saying though when we entered the building it was quite crowded because lots of equipment is in
place that’s why when the speaker is talking some people at the back cannot hear clearly what he
is talking about.
Yes, I will recommend this to students who want to see application of communications
system. And those students who want to know how a cable company works or provides different
channels to its subscribers.
Company Name: DICT

Date of Visit
Name
Position

The Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) is a new government
department that mainly focuses now on its project “Public Wi-fi” handed over to it by Department
of Science and Technology (DOST).

We arrived quite early in the morning in the company that’s why we’ve waited quite a while before
they were able to give us a brief introduction on their department. Upon telling us the introduction
of their department they also admitted that they are not fully prepared for our visit, though this
happened they still manage to at least give us a few information on how their department was built
and regarding the projects that they have specially the Public Wifi which was the project of
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Department of Science and Technology (DOST) that was handed over to them since their
department was created.

We’ve learned not so many things given the fact that they told us they’re not ready for our visit
and that they’re just a new department. We learned that The Department of Information and
Communication Technology (DICT) is a department created by the Government responsible for
creating projects and as of this time it focuses on its main project which is the Public Wi-Fi which
will definitely help the citizens of Baguio City.

I will rate this 3 out 5 because they aren’t that prepared for our visit which I totally understand
because they are just a new Department, though they we’re still able to give us quite few points
for us to learn from them and from their company
Yes, I will recommend this to other students though they were unprepared when we visit
them because they are a new department, I firmly believe that 1 year is more than enough for them
to accomplish many different projects and it will be great to learn from them.

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POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

Company Name: BENECO

Brief Description of the Company

What happened during the tour?

What did you learn during the visit?

Rate your visit from 1-5 and Why?

Company Name: PAG-ASA BAGUIO

Brief Description of the Company

What happened during the tour?

What did you learn during the visit?

Rate your visit from 1-5 and Why?

Company Name: Love Radio

For Personnel who assisted the tour:

Brief Description of the Company

What happened during the tour?

What did you learn during the visit?

Rate your visit from 1-5 and Why?

Company Name: TESDA

What happened during the tour?

What did you learn during the visit?

Rate your visit from 1-5 and Why?

Company Name: HEDCOR

For Personnel who assisted the tour:

Brief Description of the Company

What happened during the tour?

What did you learn during the visit?

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Company Name: BOMBO RADYO

Brief Description of the Company

What happened during the tour?

What did you learn during the visit?

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Company Name: ABS – CBN

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Company Name: MOOG

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Company Name: LOAKAN AIRPORT

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Company Name: SKY CABLE

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Company Name: DICT

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