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UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES

University Town, Northern Samar, Philippines
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COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Syllabus in MEEL 3a/2a (Alternative Energy Resources)
2nd Semester, SY 2021 – 2022

UEP’s Vision: College Goal:

Academically competitive, research and development- To provide the beast quality education and technical training
focused, public service-driven, and economically sustainable state for all engineering and technical degree programs offered by the
higher education institution. College for national and global competitiveness.

UEP’s Mission: Institutional Graduate Outcomes:

1. To offer academic program and services that will effectively
transform individuals into productive citizens of the country; and
2. To accelerate the development of high-level professionals who will 1. Exhibit proficiency in their chosen field of discipline through their
provide leadership in meeting the demands of sustainable
development and challenges of a diverse and globalized society.
A Graduate of the University of Eastern Philippines should:
involvement in various types of employment;
2. Utilize research methodologies that will allow them to generate new
knowledge and address problems and issues and promote
development;
3. Values Philippine historical and cultural heritage:
4. Demonstrate global awareness through responsible global
citizenship;
5. Clearly communicate in several modes of delivery (oral, written,
and visual) in English and Filipino; and
6. Manifest high degree of professionalism through observation of
ethical and professional behavior.

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Program Outcomes: Program Outcomes:

A graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical 7. The ability to communicate effectively both Filipino and English
Engineering Program must attain: Languages;
8. The ability to understand the impact of mechanical engineering
1. The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and sciences to solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal
solve complex Mechanical Engineering problems; context;
2. The ability to design and conduct experiments as well as analyze 9. The ability to recognize the need for, and engage in life-long
and interpret data; learning;
3. The ability to design a system, component, or process to meet 10. The ability to know contemporary issues, technical trend &
desired needs within realistic constraints, in accordance with intellectual property rights (IPR);
standards; 11. The ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
4. The ability to Function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural necessary for mechanical engineering practice;
teams; 12. The ability to know and understand engineering and management
5. The ability to Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering principles as a member and a leader of a team, and to manage
problems; projects in a multidisciplinary environment;
6. The ability to understand professional and ethical responsibility; 13. The ability to engage in physical and recreation activities and
healthy lifestyle.
Course Title: MEEL 3a/2a (Alternative Energy Resources)
Course Credits: 3 Units Contact Hours/Week: 3
Course Description: : the course deals with the technology of harnessing energy from alternate or renewable energy sources other than
fossil fuels like wind, wave, water (or hydro) , sun and other sources of energy.
Prerequisite: ME 413 (Heat Transfer); ME 422 (ME Laboratory 2)
Course Learning At the end of this course, the students should be able to:
Outcomes: Identify & learn the types and technology of alternate energy sources other than from fossil fuels like the wind,
wave solar and geothermal.
3 hours every week for 18 weeks or 54 hours in a semester

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Program Educational Objectives and the Relationship to Institution Mission

Mission
Program Educational Objectives
1 2
Within 3-5 years after graduation, the program expects that the Mechanical Engineering graduate will:
1. Be able to provide a solid foundation in science and mathematics.  
2. Be able to provide an in-depth understanding of the engineering process and develop the ability to integrate a  
new computing tools and engineering processes.
3. Be able to place emphasis on creative thinking and development concern for the environment.  
4. Be able to create awareness of ethical issues in Mechanical Engineering and develop the ability to relate
 
mechanical engineering to other disciplines
5. Be able to undertake scientific/technical research, extension and production consistent with the development  
needs of the society.

Program Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives

Program Educational Objectives

Program Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5
A graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Program must attain an
ability to:
1. The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and sciences to solve complex   
Mechanical Engineering problems;
2. The ability to design and conduct experiments as well as analyze and interpret data;     
3. The ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within  
 
realistic constraints, in accordance with standards;
4. The ability to Function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams;  
5. The ability to Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems;    
6. The ability to understand professional and ethical responsibility;   
7. The ability to communicate effectively both Filipino and English Languages;     

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 8. The ability to understand the impact of mechanical engineering solutions in a global,  
  
economic, environmental, and societal context;
9. The ability to recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning;     
10. The ability to know contemporary issues, technical trend & intellectual property rights  

(IPR);
11. The ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for  
mechanical engineering practice;
12. The ability to know and understand engineering and management principles as a  
member and a leader of a team, and to manage projects in a multidisciplinary   
environment;
13. The ability to engage in physical and recreation activities and healthy lifestyle;  

Course Learning Outcomes and Relationship to Institutional Graduate Outcomes

Institutional Graduate Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5 6
1. Learn and identify the various types of alternative energy sources      
2. Know how the technology of alternative energy sources is harnessed and used.      
3. Explain and be able to apply the alternative technology in the real world as a
     
replacement to fossil fuels

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) and Relationship to Program Outcomes

Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes Addressed by the Course 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
I
Program Outcomes Addressed by the Course Learning Outcomes Program Code
After completing this course, the student must be able to: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
1. Learn and identify the various types of alternative energy sources I
2. Know how the technology of alternative energy sources is
I
harnessed and used.
3. Explain the physical interpretation of the double and triple
integration 3. Explain and be able to apply the alternative I
technology as a replacement to fossil fuels in reality.
Legend: I – Introductory E – Enabling D - Demonstrative

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LEARNING PLAN/COURSE COVERAGE
Teaching and Learning
Course Unit Learning Activities Assessment Performance
Week Topics
Outcomes Outcomes Teaching Learning Tasks Target
Activities Activities
At the end of
At the end of the
the course, the
unit, the student
student must
must be able to:
be able to:
1-2 CLO 2
Introduction to
50% of the
Alternative or Lecture/
students shall
Renewable Energy . Discussion/ Reading Seatwork/
have a rating
and the identification Experimentati Assignments Quiz/Rubrics
of at least
of the various types. on
70%

3-4 CLO2 1.) Wind Energy and Lecture/Discu Reading Rubrics 50% of the
Wind Turbines ssion assignments students shall
/Experimentati have a rating
on
of at least
70%
5-6 CLO2 Lecture/Discu
2.) Solar Energy & ssion Lecture/Disc
/Experimentati ussion Rubrics/Se
Photovoltaic Solar Panels atwork/ 50% of the
on /Experiment Rubrics students shall
ation
have a rating of
at least 70%

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 7-8 CLO1 3.) Wave or Tidal Rubrics/Seat 50% of the
Energy Sources Lecture/Discu Lecture/Disc work/ students shall
ssion ussion Rubrics
/Experimentati have a rating of
/Experiment
on ation at least 70%
9 Mid-Term Examination
10-13 CLO 1 4.) Hydro or Water 50% of the
Energy from Rivers Conduct experiments Lecture/Discu Reading/ Seatwork/ students shall
& measurements ssion Assignment/ Quiz/
/Experimentati have a rating
Assignment of at least
on
70%
14-17 CLO 3 5.) Biomass Energy or Reading 50% of the
Technology Conduct experiments Lecture/Discu Assignments Seatwork/ students shall
& measurements ssion /Homework Quiz/ have a rating
/Experimentati Rubrics
on of at least
70%
6.) Other Conduct experiments Lecture/Discu Reading 50% of the
Miscellaneous Energy & measurements ssion / Assignments Seatwork/ students shall
Sources Experimentati /Homework Quiz/ have a rating
on
Rubrics of at least
70%
18 Final Examination

Required Readings and Other Materials

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 A. Textbook(s)
 Standard Handbook of Engineering Calculations by T.G Hicks (McGrawhill Publications, 2008)
 Power Plant Engineering by PK Nag
 Wind Energy by Rogers/Wind Energy by Pramod
 Principles of Solar Engineering (3ed) by Goswami/ Solar Energy Publications by SERI
 Hydro Electric Energy Textbooks
B. Main Reference
 Power Plant Engineering by Frederick T. Morse (University of Virginia) MKS & English Editions
 Power Plant Engineering by Li & Priddy
 Power Plant Theory & Design by PJ Potter
 Experimental Methods for Engineers by Holman (pdf)
 Thermodynamics by Junus Cengel
C. Other References
 Thermodynamics by Shapiro & Moran, Schaum’s Outline on Thermodynamics by Merle Potter
 Mark’s Mechanical Engineer’s Handbook
 TEMA standards on Heat Exchanger Design.
 Other Mechanical Engineer’s ReferenceHandbooks/ Manual (Meyer Kutz, Adrian Bejan, EQ Edualino, Mandawe & Capote)

Course Requirements Course Policies

Student must get a rating of 70% passing A student should have attended, at least, 80% of the total class hours; should have
percentage for his/her final grade. submitted all the requirements given to him/her; should have obtained an average rating
of 70% in all quizzes; and should have obtained a rating of, at least, 70% in the long, mid -
term and final examinations.

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Grading System
Lecture Classroom and Academic Policies
Assignment/Recitation/Seatwork 15% 1. Cheating is punishable by a grade of 5.0.
Attendance 5% 2. Use of cellular phones are prohibited during classes, more so during examinations
Quizzes 20% of all types.
Midterm Exam 30% 3. No private discussions will be allowed other than topic being discussed by the
Final Exam 30% professor
100% 4. A clean sheet of A4 bond paper ready for a short quiz which is given unannounced
from time to time.
5. Behave during cigarette smoking inside the classroom.
6. Always bring class hours.
7. Non submission of problem set / assignment means absent.
8. Commission of more than 20% absences of the total class hours means automatic
dropout.
9. Wearing of slippers, shorts, spaghetti blouses, and other revealing clothes is
prohibited.
10. For the men, wearing of earrings is prohibited as spelled out in the University
Charter.
11. Long, Mid-Term and Final Examinations should be written on clean A4 bond paper
on one (1) side only. Instructions on how to answer the examination are to be
given in the questionnaire.
12. Excuse from classes and examinations may be honored only if VALID REASON is
presented.
13. Absence during a long, mid-term, or final examination without valid reason means
zero for that particular examination. Otherwise, if there is valid reason, a special
examination may be given upon mutual agreement of the student and professor as
to the schedule of said special examination.
14. Absence in a quiz means zero and no special quiz will be given quizzes will be
given unannounced.
15. There should be gender labeling
16. Catcalling is strictly prohibited
17. Everyone should respect individual differences
18. There will be no gender biased teacher student interactions
19. Gender discrimination in curricular material is highly discourage

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 Instructor : Engr. David D. Parial Consultation
Hours:
Email Address: divadpar@yahoo.com Anytime that
Final Grade = 100% lecture Contact Number: Facebook(FB) or messenger instructor is not
having class/ESS

Course Evaluation

Weight in Minimum Average for Satisfactory

CO’s Assessment Tasks Target and Standards
Percentage Rating
Quiz 1 2%
Assignment 1 0.5%
50% of the students shall have a rating
CO 1 Recitation 1% 3.5%
Seatwork 1 of at least 70%.
0.5%
Attendance 1%
2%
Quiz 2 1%
Recitation
Assignment 2 0.5%
Seatwork2 0.5% 50% of the students shall have a rating
CO 2 5.6%
Quiz 3 2% of at least 70%.
Seatwork 3 0.5%
Assignment 3
Attendance 0.5%
1%
Quiz 4 2% 50% of the students shall have a rating
Recitation 1% of at least 70%.
Assignment 4 0.5%
Seatwork 4 0.5%
Quiz 5
CO 3 Seatwork 5 2% 26.6%
Assignment 5 0.5%
Midterm Examination 0.5%
Attendance 30%
1%

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 2% 50% of the students shall have a rating
Quiz 6 1% of at least 70%.
Recitation
Assignment 6 0.5%
Seatwork 6 0.5%
CO4 Quiz 7 5.6%
2%
Seatwork 7 0.5%
Assignment 7
attendance 0.5%
1%
2%
Quiz 8 1% 50% of the students shall have a rating
Recitation 0.5% of at least 70%.
Assignment 8 0.5%
Seatwork 8
Quiz 9 2%
Seatwork 9 0.5%
CO5 Assignment 9 0.5% 28.7%
Quiz 10 2%
Assignment 10
Seatwork 10 0.5%
Final examination 0.5%
Attendance 30%
1%
TOTAL 100%
Passing Percentage 70%

Lifelong Learning Opportunities Revision History

Students will be encouraged to lean on their own the Revision No.: 1
provisions stated in Philippine Mechanical Engineering Code Date of Revision: January 15, 2019
related to mechanical engineering. They can further enhance Date of Implementation: 2nd Sem. SY 2018 – 2019
their knowledge on new technologies on mechanical engineering Highlights of Revision: Followed OBTL Format as per CMO #97,s. 2017
to be developed

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