Research Policy

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CEAT Policy Manual on Undergraduate Thesis Writing

College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology
Policy Manual on Undergraduate Thesis Writing

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART 1 : GENERAL GUIDELINES
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Definition of Terms
1.3 Thesis Student
1.4 Thesis Adviser
1.5 Thesis Panel Member
1.6 Thesis Subject Teacher
1.7 Thesis Coordinator
1.8 Undergraduate Thesis Council
1.9 Creation of Pool of Adviser
1.10 Selection of Thesis Adviser and Thesis co-Adviser
1.11 Selection and Notification of Thesis Panel Members
1.12 Thesis Grammar Editing
1.13 Thesis Statistician
1.14 Oral Presentation Attire
1.15 Intellectual Property Policy
1.16 Undergraduate Thesis Presentation and Publication

PART 2 : ENGINEERING
2.1 Coverage
2.2 Conduct of Oral Defense
2.2.1 Proposal Defense
2.2.1.1 Before Oral Presentation
2.2.1.2 During Oral Presentation
2.2.1.3 After Oral Presentation
2.2.2 Final Defense
2.3 Result of Oral Defense Evaluation and Grading System
2.4 Redefense
2.5 Thesis Record Book
2.6 Academic Calendar Schedule of Undergraduate Research Related Activities
2.7 Thesis Fee
2.8 Engineering Manuscript Content

PART 3 : ARCHITECTURE
3.1 Guiding Principles
3.2 Coverage
3.3 Architectural Design Oral Presentations
3.4 Requirements on Architectural Design Oral Presentations

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3.5 Conduct of Architectural Design Oral Presentations
3.5.1 Title Defense
3.5.2 Project Defense
3.5.3 Site Defense
3.5.4 Final Defense
3.6 Ban Rules
3.7 Grading System

PART 4: MANUSCRIPT CONTENT AND FORMAT
4.1 General Instruction in Manuscript Preparation
4.2 Hardbound and Electronic Copies of Thesis
4.2.1 Bookbinding of Manuscript
4.2.2 Electronic Copy of Thesis Manuscript
4.3 Title Page Format
4.4 Table of Contents Format
4.5 List of Tables Format
4.6 List of Figures Format
4.7 Preliminaries
4.7.1 Acknowledgment
4.7.2 Abstract
4.8 Acknowledgment Format
4.9 Abstract Format
4.10 Body of Manuscript
4.10.1 Chapter 1: Introduction
4.10.2 Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature
4.10.3 Chapter 3: Methodology
4.10.4 Chapter 4: Results and Discussion
4.10.5 Chapter 5: Conclusion and Recommendation
4.11 Sample Body of Manuscript

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PART 5 : FORMS
5.1 Conforme
5.2 Thesis Proposal Approval Sheet
5.2 Approval Sheet
5.3 Oral Defense Form
5.6 Advisers Acceptance Form
5.5 Application for Changing Thesis Adviser
5.6 Schedule Form for the Undergraduate Thesis Defense
5.7 Routing Slip

PART 6: CITATION
6.1 Reference
6.1.2 Books
6.1.3 Periodical Articles
6.1.4 Audiovisual Materials
6.1.5 Audio recording
6.1.6 Electronic Publications
6.2 In-text Parenthetical Citations

PART 7 : SELECTION OF BEST UNDERGRADUATE THESIS
7.1 Best Undergraduate Thesis Award Selection Process
7.2 Best Undergraduate Thesis Award Application Form
7.3 Best Undergraduate Thesis Award Review Form
7.4 Journal Type Thesis Paper Format

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1.1 INTRODUCTION

Most of the programs in the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology (CEAT)
require their students to prepare Thesis, Design Project, Research Paper or Case Study. These
are output of research activities in subjects that aim not only to put the theories and principles
into a tangible application but to enhance also their writing skills.

In addition to the existing Policy Manual on Undergraduate Thesis Writing of our
University, this guideline is to provide information and guidance to CEAT students who are
officially enrolled in Engineering Thesis 1 (Methods of Research), Engineering Thesis 2 (Thesis
Writing and Reporting), Architecture Thesis 1 (Architectural Design 9) and Architecture Thesis 2
(Architectural Design 10) subjects. This will assist students in writing thesis proposal and
preparing in an oral defense. The guideline will also avoid recurrent revisions of the students in
their manuscript due to uncertainty of formats use in different programs of the College. It will
also help in resolving research related issues that arise during the completion of the course.
Most importantly, this manual aims to prepare the students to enhance their writing skills and
go in with competition to other research outputs of national and international institutions.

This policy manual is divided into seven (7) parts that was completed after a series of
meetings and consultations to CEAT Research Committee, Thesis Subject Teachers, Program
Coordinator, Department Chairs and CEAT Administrators.

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1.2 DEFINITION OFTERMS

Engineering Thesis 1
A subject of Engineering Students also called Methods of Research.

Engineering Thesis 2
A subject of Engineering Students also called Thesis Writing and Reporting.

Architectural Thesis 1
A subject of Architectural Students also called Architectural Design 9 (Arch 511).

Architectural Thesis 2
A subject of Architectural Students also called Architectural Design 10 (Arch 521).

Thesis Student
Or Student is an Engineering Student who is officially enrolled in Thesis 1 and Thesis 2
subjects.

Proponent
Or Student, is an Architectural Student who is officially enrolled in Architectural Design
9 and Design 10 subjects.

Thesis Adviser
Or Adviser is a faculty member of the Department responsible to oversee the overall
preparation and presentation of thesis or design project.

Thesis Co-Adviser
Or co-adviser is a faculty member of DLSU-D responsible to assist Thesis Adviser in
guiding Thesis Student or Proponent on area that is not the specialization of Adviser.

Thesis Panel Members
Or Panel Members, a body composed of CEAT faculty members task to evaluate
Engineering Thesis 1, Engineering Thesis 2, Architectural Design 9 and Architectural
Design 10 research output.

Thesis Subject Teacher
Or Subject Teacher, is a faculty member assigned by the Department Chair or Program
Coordinator to handle Thesis1 and Thesis 2 subjects in Engineering Department or
Design 9 and Design 10 in Architectural Department. In Architecture Department,
Subject Teacher is used synonymously to Thesis Coordinator.

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Thesis Coordinator
Or Coordinator is a faculty member appointed by the Department Chair responsible in
setting the departmental academic calendar schedule and other undergraduate research
related activities.

Thesis Council
Or Council is composed of faculty members of the department that will deal on
complaints, grievances and other thesis concerns coming from the Thesis Students, his
parents/guardians, his Thesis Adviser and panel members, other students and faculty
members.

Oral Presentation
This refers to the Thesis Presentation made by Thesis Students and Proponent at the
end of Thesis 1, Thesis 2, Architectural Design 9 and Architectural Design 10 subjects.

Deliberation
This refers to a meeting where in Thesis Adviser, Thesis Panel Members and Subject
Teacher evaluates the Thesis Student after his Oral Presentation.

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1.3 THESIS STUDENT / PROPONENT

A. Coverage
An individual or a group of students with a maximum of three (3) members, responsible
for writing their thesis manuscript, presenting their study during oral presentation/defense
and submitting the academic requirements of Thesis 1, Thesis 2, Architectural Design 9 and
Architectural Design 10.

B. Qualifications
Thesis Students Qualification for Thesis 1/Architectural Design 9:
1. He must be in regular status and has no subjects left in his previous semesters.
2. He must be officially enrolled in Thesis 1 (Engineering) or Architectural Design 9
(Architecture)
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Thesis Students Qualification for Thesis 2:
1. He must be at least in 5
th
year regular status and has no subjects left in his previous
semesters.
2. He passed the Thesis 1/Architectural Design 9 subject.
3. He must be officially enrolled in Thesis 2/Architectural Design 10.

C. Responsibilities
1. He shall read and fully understand the contents of the DLSUD and CEAT Policy Manual
on Undergraduate Thesis Writing.

2. He shall be responsible to initially formulate a research proposal topic and select a
Thesis Adviser as early as the proposal writing stage.

3. He shall coordinate with his prospect thesis adviser and accomplish the Thesis
Acceptance Form.*

4. He shall be obliged to attend regular meetings and lectures of their respective Thesis
Subject Teacher. Students who exceeded the maximum number of absences in Thesis 1,

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Thesis 2, Architectural Design 9 and Architectural Design 10 shall be automatically
dropped from the course.

5. He shall be required to attend consultations with their appointed Adviser. Failure to
comply with the minimum number of consultation hours or agreed number of meetings
may disallow the students to present his thesis or project.

6. He shall submit copies of his draft manuscript to his Thesis Adviser and Panel Members,
one (1) week prior to schedule of oral presentation.

7. He shall be required to submit various submittals on schedule throughout the course.
Thesis Student bears the ultimate responsibility for meeting all the requirements on
time, necessary for completing the course.

8. He shall be responsible to check on the department bulletin boards for any
announcements regarding the course.

9. He shall be responsible to check on the originality of his thesis/project. Mere duplications
of previous thesis projects shall not be allowed. He shall consider the legal and
academic rules on plagiarism in writing the thesis. However, if the thesis passed the
proposal stage and later was found out that it was a duplication of a submitted thesis in
DLSU-D or any institution, then the Thesis Student shall have to be dropped from the
course.

10. All communications regarding thesis proceedings from the Student and his parents shall
be properly coursed thru to the Subject Teacher, Thesis Coordinator and the respective
Adviser.

11. He shall defend his thesis/project and submit the final manuscript as requirements of
Thesis 1, Thesis 2, Architectural Design 9 and Architectural Design 10. *

12. He shall revise and submit on schedule the corrected manuscript to his Thesis Adviser
and to the University.

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13. He shall settle his Thesis Fee at a time set by the Thesis Coordinator. He shall submit
the official receipt of the defense fee to the Subject Teacher on or before the schedule
oral defense.

14. He shall shoulder expenses related to the conduct of research which include, editors
fee, statisticians fee, binding and photocopying fee, transportation, and the like.*

15. He shall be responsible to coordinate with the Subject Teacher and Thesis Panel
Members for any changes made in the objectives and scope and limitations of the study,
if only theres a permission given by the Thesis Adviser.

16. He shall sign and submit to Subject Teacher the Conformed signifying his
understanding to CEAT Policy Manual on Undergraduate Thesis Writing.

1.4 THESIS ADVISER
A. Qualifications
1. He is a CEAT faculty member of De La Salle University-Dasmarias and preferably
in a full time status employment.
2. He must be at least a Masters degree holder or enrolled in a Masters program
with credited units at the time of his appointment as Adviser.
3. He must have finished the Research Methods in his graduate studies at the time of
his appointment.
4. His name is listed on the official Pool of Thesis Adviser of the current school year.
5. He shall have expertise and competency on the thesis topic of the students.
6. He is not currently handling more than five (5) groups of Thesis Students in a
school year. If there is an immediate need for a Thesis Adviser to handle more
than five (5) thesis groups, this matter shall be discussed and arranged with the
Thesis Subject Teacher, Program Coordinator/Department Chair.

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7. He is a Philippine Regulatory Commissioned registered professional (ie. licensed
engineer or architect), if required in his profession by law.
8. He is not one of the Thesis Panel Members of the same student he handles as
Thesis Adviser.

B. Responsibilities
1. He shall direct the Students in their overall research activities. The participation of
the Adviser starts at the proposal stage in Thesis 1/Architectural Design 9 up to
the submission of the final manuscript in Thesis 2/Architectural Design 10.*
2. He shall regularly meet his Students in a minimum of one (1) hour every week for
thesis consultation. The schedule of weekly consultation will be agreed by Students
and Thesis Adviser.
3. He shall review, comment and approve thesis manuscript prior to deliberations. He
shall report any similarities or possible duplications with previous thesis projects.
4. He shall check errors and make corrections on the submitted manuscript.
Checking or errors is limited to technical details such as: definition and inclusion of
variables, formulation of conceptual framework, development of the hypotheses,
methods of analysis, statistical methods, interpretation of statistical process,
discussion of data and results. *
5. He shall verify the completeness of the work of his Students prior to the
deliberations. He has the prerogative to discontinue the presentation if he knows
the Student is not ready, incomplete or late arriving at the appointed schedule.
6. He must be present during the proposal and final defense schedule. He shall take
note of the comments and suggestion of the Thesis Panelist during deliberation.
He cannot interfere during the defense unless the Thesis Panel members address
the questions to the concern adviser. *
7. He shall evaluate the manuscript prior to oral defense. He has the final
recommendation to endorse the manuscript for deliberation.
8. He shall maintain close coordination with advisees until the submission of the
revised final manuscript.*

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9. He shall accomplish the Routing Slip Form every time the manuscript comes in
and out of his responsibility.*
10. He shall participate in the grading and evaluation of Student during
Thesis1/Architectural Design 9 and Thesis 2/Architectural Design 10 oral
deliberations.
11. When a decision was already rendered, announced and acknowledged by the
Panel Chair, the Adviser cannot force any member of the Panel to change the
result. Moreover, the Adviser is not allowed to influence the decision of any
member of the Panel.
12. If the Advisee cannot or will not accept the result of the defense and wanted to
raise a complaint, the Adviser is the first person obligated to study the complaint.
If he does not find any merit at all in the complaint, he must direct the Advisee to
accept the verdict.

1.5 THESIS PANEL MEMBER
A. Qualifications
1. He is a CEAT fulltime and part time faculty members of De La Salle University-
Dasmarias.
2. He must be at least a Masters degree holder or enrolled in a Masters program with
credited units at the time of his appointment as Thesis Panel Member.
3. He must have finished the Research Methods subject in his graduate studies at the
time of his appointment.
4. He has expertise and competency on the thesis topic of students.
5. He is a registered professional (ie. licensed engineer or architect), if required in his
profession by law.
6. He is not the current Thesis Adviser of the students.

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B. Composition
1. There shall be three (3) panel members with one member sitting as Chair of the
panel. The Chair must be a faculty member from the same program and department
of the Student.
2. Panel members shall be composed of members from the same or different
Department or College that has capability to evaluate the thesis manuscript.
3. They shall be selected based on their expertise and specialization on thesis topic by
Subject Teacher and Program Coordinator / Department Chair.

C. Responsibilities
1. He shall receive and evaluate the draft manuscript at least one (1) week prior to the
thesis defense schedule. *
2. He shall attend and make himself available during the scheduled thesis defense.
3. He shall affix his signature on the Schedule Form for the Undergraduate Thesis
to signify his availability on proposal and final defense.
4. He shall tactfully give his comments and suggestions during proposal and final
defense.*
5. He shall participate in the grading and evaluation of Thesis Student during proposal
and final defense.
6. He shall accomplish the Oral Defense Form and affix his signature during
deliberation.
7. Every Member of the Panel must render thorough evaluation of the Students thesis
manuscript after the oral presentation. This should manifest in the comment sheet or
Oral Defense Form handed to him during the Defense. The Student must be able to
understand clearly the reason for their decision, especially when the Student fails it.
8. He shall accomplish the Routing Slip every time the manuscript comes in and out
of his responsibility.*
9. The Chair of the Panel Member shall summarize the comments and suggestions of
other members of the panel. He shall also announce the final result of deliberation
to Students.

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1.6 THESIS SUBJECT TEACHER
A. Qualifications
1. He is a CEAT faculty member of De La Salle University -Dasmarias and preferably in
a full time status employment.
credited units at the time of his appointment as Thesis Subject Teacher.
his appointment.
profession by law.
5. The Subject Teacher is the Thesis Coordinator in Architecture Department
B. Responsibilities
1. He shall be the faculty member assign to deliver the contents of Thesis 1/Architecture
Design 9 and Thesis 2/Architecture Design 10 course syllabi, DLSUD Policy Manual
on Undergraduate Thesis Writing and CEAT Thesis Guideline.
2. He shall be the prime enforcer of the provisions set on the policy manual on
undergraduate thesis writing of the university and college.
3. Together with the Thesis Coordinator, he shall set and arrange schedule of thesis
manuscript submission, proposal and final deliberation and other research related
activities for his class.*
4. He shall arrange the venue of proposal and final defense.
5. He shall initiate the selection of thesis adviser during Thesis 1/Architecture Design 9
course.*
6. He shall direct the overall advisers and advisees research activities for the school
year.*
7. He shall accomplish the Routing Slip every time the manuscript comes in and out
of his responsibility. *

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8. He shall make corrections on the research manuscript which may not be limited to
formatting. *
9. He shall consolidate the grades of Students.
10. He shall coordinate with the Program Coordinator/ Department Chair relative to the
selection of Thesis Panel Members.
11. He shall act as facilitator during the proposal defense, final defense and deliberation.
If faculty member(s) and student(s) get into an argument on something related or
unrelated to students topic but not advancing the defense, he may decide what
measure is needed so as to avoid fester resentment between parties.
12. He shall consolidate the accomplished Oral Defense Form of thesis panelists
during oral deliberation.
13. He shall collect, check and review all thesis manuscripts submitted by Students prior
to their application for graduation.
14. He shall collect the official receipt of thesis payment from student and prepare the
Payment Request Form (PRF)

1.7 THESIS COORDINATOR
A. Qualifications
1. He is a CEAT fulltime and part time faculty members of his Department at De La
Salle University-Dasmarias.
credited units at the time of his appointment as Thesis Coordinator.
his appointment.
profession by law.
5. He is appointed by the Department Chair.

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B. Responsibilities
1. He shall set the departmental academic calendar schedule of undergraduate
research related activities such as but not limited to, schedule of proposal and final
defense and submission of thesis proposal and final manuscript
3. He shall assist the Department Chair on the creation of Pool of Thesis Adviser.

1.8 UNDERGRADUATE THESIS COUNCIL
A. Composition
Each department of CEAT shall create their Undergraduate Thesis Council and it shall be
composed of the Department Chair, Program Coordinator/Head, College Research
Committee Head and Members, Thesis Coordinator, current and former Subject Teachers of
Thesis 1/Architectural Design 9 and Thesis 2/Architectural Design 10. The committee may
invite other CEAT faculty members that may assist the Council in the deliberations of certain
unresolved issues related to undergraduate thesis in a Program or Department.
The Presiding Officer in all the meetings and deliberations is always the Department
Research Coordinator (DRC) or the Department Representative in Research Committee. If
in case that the DRC has a direct involvement on the issues to be settled, the Program
Coordinator, Department Chair and /or the Dean of College will preside over the
Undergraduate Thesis Council.
B. Responsibilities
1. He shall review and evaluate the current and newly implemented policies and
guidelines on research of the university.
2. He shall approve the schedule and communications related to undergraduate research
prior to implementation to respective departments.
3. He shall act and decide on complaints, grievances and other concerns coming from
the Thesis Students, his parents/guardians, his Thesis Adviser and Thesis Panel
Members, other students and faculty members.

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4. He shall be involved in the amendment or enhancement of the existing
undergraduate research policies and guidelines if necessary. This include areas on
selection of adviser, selection of Panel Members , deliberation schedule and others.

1.9 CREATION OF POOL OF ADVISER
A pool of thesis adviser is created annually by the Department Chair. It is a list
containing names of full time and part time CEAT faculty members who are qualified to handle
Thesis Students and act as their Thesis Adviser for the school year. The research interests and
specializations of each of the faculty members are also included in the list. This document will
be given to all CEAT Subject Teachers of Thesis 1 and 2 and Thesis Students.

1.10 SELECTION OF ADVISER AND co-ADVISER
Initiated by the Subject Teacher, the Thesis Student/Proponent shall choose their Thesis
Adviser based on the qualifications listed in this guideline. Students may choose their Adviser
from the pool under the same program or department (for Architecture Students) where they
enrolled.
The Students will submit the name of their prospect Adviser to the Subject Teacher
whom they will only communicate and present their study for a specific time. This is to avoid
conflict with other faculty members having the same specialization. Students shall approach
this faculty member and present the contents of their Chapter 1. The prospect Adviser may ask
and request for additional data related to the thesis topic during the consultation. If the
prospect adviser agrees on their thesis topic and determines the feasibility of the study, he will
sign the Thesis Acceptance Form. Otherwise, he needs to inform the students to seek the
technical assistance of other faculty members. Thesis Student/Proponent must inform their
Subject Teacher of the outcome of their consultation.
The Thesis Student/Proponent may also opt to request and select for one (1) co-adviser
during the course of their thesis study. The selected co adviser will have the responsibilities
and remuneration similar to the Thesis Adviser. The co-adviser may come from other
Departments and Colleges of DLSU-D. However, having a co adviser must be in coordination
with the Subject Teacher and with the Program Coordinator/Department Chair. This is to

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consider the limited number of faculty members in each program listed in the Pool of Thesis
Adviser.

1.11 SELECTION AND NOTIFICATION OF THESIS PANEL MEMBERS
Initiated by the Subject Teacher, the selection of two (2) Thesis Panel Members and the
Chair of Panel Member will be conducted in coordination with the Program Coordinator /
Department Chair. Likewise, Panel Members will be selected based on the qualifications listed in
this guideline.
The Subject Teacher will inform the selected faculty members on the schedule dates of
proposal and final defense. An Oral Defense Form, initially signed and approved by Thesis
Adviser will be accomplished by the Thesis Students to inform the final schedule (date, time and
room) of defense. Each of the panel members will affix his signature to signify willingness and
availability to attend the defense schedule.

1.12 THESIS GRAMMAR EDITING
Generally, all text in the manuscript must be written in standard American English
language except for words that cannot be translated or words does not have an exact meaning
with the language, such words are: scientific names, technical terms, trade names , brand
names and others. Thesis Students must use words that are acceptable in technical writing.
Good technical writing is simple, clear and direct. They must also follow the thesis format
prescribed by this guideline and observe the American Psychological Association (APA) style in
thesis writing.
Prior to endorsement of manuscript to Languages and Literature Department, Thesis
Students must revise the suggestions made in their manuscript by their Thesis Adviser and
Thesis Panel Members during the final oral defense. Thesis Adviser and Panel members shall
affix their signature in the Approval Sheet form only if Thesis Students comply with the
requirements of oral deliberation. The endorsement letter must be signed by the Subject
Teacher.

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The English Editor is any faculty member from the LLD of De La Salle University
Dasmarinas. The English Editor is responsible for checking of grammatical errors in the
manuscript and observance of the American Psychological Association (APA) format or any
other format / style prescribed by the college*.
Once the manuscript has been edited, the English Editor shall affix his signature in a
certification of English Editor declaring that the paper has satisfactorily complied with the
grammatical requirements of a thesis manuscript. Should the English Editor feel that the
requirements, as suggested by him were not met, the same may refuse to sign the certification.
LLD are the sole providers of thesis editing*.
In the event, that English grammar editing of manuscript is needed as early as Thesis
1/Architectural Design 9 as advised by their Thesis Adviser or Subject Teacher, the College
allow Thesis Students to consult with the professionals offering English Editing services.
Certification and the credentials of thesis editor showing that he is an English Major graduate
must be presented to the subject teacher.

1.13 THESIS STATISTICIAN
The Thesis Students through the guidance of their Adviser, may opt to request for a
Statistician from Mathematics Department or from Pool of Statistician created by the College of
DLSU-Dasmarias. They shall be charged a rate as set by the Mathematics department or the
college.

1.14 ORAL PRESENTATION ATTIRE
The attire of Thesis Students for the oral defense is corporate. Men should wear slacks,
long sleeve with necktie and leather shoes, while ladies should wear skirt, blouse (with or
without blazers) and leather shoes. *

1.15 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY POLICY
The college shall follow the DLSUDs Intellectual Property Policy and its Implementing
Rules and Regulation.

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1.16 UNDERGRADUATE THESIS PRESENTATION AND PUBLICATION

The College shall follow the existing guideline of University Research Office of DLSUD on
research presentation and publication of undergraduate thesis in institutional, regional, national
and international fora.

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PART II : ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

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2.1 COVERAGE
Engineering Thesis covers Engineering Thesis 1 Methods of Research and
Engineering Thesis 2 - Thesis Writing and Reporting courses. Engineering Thesis 1 and
Engineering Thesis 2 shall both cover one (1) oral presentation , the proposal defense and final
defense.

2.2 CONDUCT OF ORAL DEFENSE
On the day of oral defense, the following shall be observed by the Thesis Students,
Thesis Adviser, Thesis Panel Members and Subject Teacher.

2.2.1 PROPOSAL DEFENSE

1. Thesis Students are expected to be at their assigned room 30 minutes before their
schedule. They are expected to prepare the room and set up the equipment. Thesis
Students shall ensure that multimedia devices are available during their Oral Defense
schedule.
2. Thesis Students have accomplished the following forms: Conforme, Thesis Advisers
Acceptance Form, Schedule Form for Undergraduate Thesis Defense and
Thesis Fee Endorsement Form.
3. The official receipt for thesis payment shall be handed over by the Thesis Student to the
Subject Teacher.
4. Oral Defense Forms shall be distributed to Thesis Adviser, Subject Teacher and Panel
Members.
5. Copies of Thesis Proposal Manuscripts were already distributed to Panel Members at
least one (1) week prior to the day of oral presentation.
6. The oral defense will proceed only if complete attendance of Thesis Students, Thesis
Adviser, Thesis Panel Members and Subject Teacher is observed. Otherwise, Thesis
Students are required to request for a new schedule and accomplish another Schedule
Form for the Undergraduate Thesis Defense. Together with this form, is a letter

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stating reason for the request of new schedule. Approval of this request and
identification of new schedule shall be decided by Subject Teacher, Thesis Panel
Members and Program Coordinator.


1. Each individual group will be given a chance to present one (1) thesis proposal.
2. The duration of the entire exercise should be at most two hours which will in the order
of 20- 30 minutes of presentation, 30-60 minutes of question and answer and
10 30 minutes of thesis deliberation.
3. For consistency among the thesis groups, the following parts of the thesis shall be
presented within the 20-30 minutes period.

Thesis1 (Proposal Defense)
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Budget Plan
Gantt Chart
References

4. A sample programme is shown in this guideline to observe complete conduct of oral
defense.
5. Oral defense form shall be filled up by Thesis Panel Members.
6. Each of the Panel Members will be given a chance to ask questions during the 30-60
minutes of question and answer.
7. The Thesis Adviser cannot interfere during the defense, in particular during the question
and answer part, unless the Thesis Panel Members directly address the question to the
concern Adviser. The Adviser shall take note of the comments and suggestions of the
Thesis Panel Members.*

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8. Thesis deliberation shall be conducted in the presence of Thesis Subject Teacher, Thesis
Adviser and Thesis Panel Members. Only one decision shall be made by the Thesis Panel
Members. The majority evaluation of the Thesis Panel Members shall be the one to
announce by the Chair. Majority means, either getting a unanimous or two-thirds
approval from the panel members.
9. When a decision was already rendered, announced and acknowledged by the Subject
Teacher, the Adviser cannot force any members of the Thesis Panel to change his
decision thereby altering the result. Moreover, the Adviser is not allowed to influence the
decision of any member of the Panel Members.

10. Everyone involve during oral presentation are expected to review the section on Result
of Oral Deliberation.
11. Thesis Panel Members shall submit the grades of Thesis Student to Subject Teacher.


1. Thesis Student shall act based on the result of oral deliberation. See guidelines on the
Result of Oral Deliberation.
2. Thesis Student who receives a grade of Passed or Passed with Minor Revision shall
accomplish the Thesis Proposal Approval Sheet.
3. Thesis Student who receives a grade of Conditional has a chance to request for a
redefense. The intention to apply for redefense shall be expressed by Thesis Students,
upon approval of their Thesis Adviser, immediately after the Announcement of Result.
Thesis Panel Members in coordination with the Subject Teacher and Program
Coordinator shall decide whether or not to grant the request by changing the objectives
of the study or the entire topic.
4. The approved Thesis Proposal manuscript, Thesis Proposal Approval Sheet and
Accomplished Oral Defense Forms shall be in softbound. Thesis Adviser and Subject
Teacher shall be individually given a copy of this manuscript not later than the final
examination week.

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2.2.2 FINAL DEFENSE


1. Thesis Students are expected to be at their assigned room 30 minutes before their
schedule. They are expected to prepare the room and set up the equipment. Thesis
Students shall ensure that multimedia devices are available during their Oral Defense
schedule.
2. Thesis Students have accomplished the following forms: Schedule Form for
Undergraduate Thesis Defense and Thesis Fee Endorsement Form.

3. The official receipt for thesis payment shall be handed over by the Thesis Student to
the Subject Teacher.
4. Oral Defense Forms shall be distributed to Thesis Adviser, Subject Teacher and Panel
Members.
5. Copies of Thesis Final Manuscripts were already distributed to Panel Members at least
one (1) week prior to the day of oral presentation.
6. Subject Teacher shall handover the softbound copy of Thesis Proposal Manuscript to
Chair of Panel Member.
7. The oral defense will proceed only if complete attendance of Thesis Students, Thesis
Adviser, Thesis Panel Members and Subject Teacher is observed. Otherwise, Thesis
Students are required to request for a new schedule and accomplish another Schedule
Form for the Undergraduate Thesis Defense. Together with this form, is a letter
stating reason for the request of new schedule. Approval of this request and
identification of new schedule will be decided by Subject Teacher, Thesis Panel Members
and Program Coordinator.
8. The composition of Thesis Panel Members during proposal defense must be the same in
the final defense. If for some valid reason, that a change of Thesis Panel Members is
needed, Subject Teacher shall coordinate with the Program Coordinator.

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1. The duration of the entire exercise shall be at most two hours which will in the order of
20- 30 minutes of presentation, 30-60 minutes of question and answer and 10
30 minutes of thesis deliberation.
2. For consistency among the thesis groups, the following parts of the thesis shall be
presented within the 20-30 minutes period.

Thesis 2 (Final Defense)
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
References

3. A sample Programme is shown in this guideline to observe complete conduct of oral
defense.
4. Oral defense form shall be filled up by Thesis Panel Members.
5. Each of the Thesis Panel Members shall be given a chance to ask question during the
30-60 minutes question and answer part.
6. The Thesis Adviser cannot interfere during the defense, in particular during the question
and answer part, unless the Thesis Panel Members directly address the question to the
concern Adviser. The Adviser shall take note of the comments and suggestions of the
Thesis Panel Members.*
7. Thesis deliberation shall be conducted in the presence of Thesis Subject Teacher, Thesis
Adviser and Thesis Panel Members. Only one decision will be made by the Thesis Panel
Members. The majority evaluation of the Thesis Panel Members will be the one to
announce by the Chair. Majority means, either getting a unanimous or two-thirds
approval from the panel members.

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8. When a decision was already rendered, announced and acknowledged by the Subject
Teacher, the Adviser cannot force any members of the Thesis Panel to change his
decision thereby altering the result. Moreover, the Adviser is not allowed to influence the
decision of any member of the Panel Members.
9. Everyone involve during oral presentation are expected to review the section on Result
of Oral Deliberation.
10. Thesis Panel Members shall submit the grades of Thesis Student to Subject Teacher.


1. Thesis Student shall act based on the result of oral deliberation. See guidelines on the
Result of Oral Deliberation.
2. Thesis Students who receive a grade of Passed or Passed with Minor Revision shall
accomplish the Approval Sheet.
3. Thesis Student who receives a grade of Conditional has a chance to request for a
redefense. The intention to apply for redefense shall be expressed by Thesis Students,
upon approval of their Thesis Adviser, immediately after the Announcement of Result.
Thesis Panel Members in coordination with Subject Teacher and Program Coordinator
shall decide whether or not to grant the request.
4. The Thesis Final manuscript, Approval Sheet, Abstract and Appendices shall be in
hardbound and to be submitted not later than the Final Examination Week

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DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY - DASMARINAS

O R A L D E F E N S E P R O G R A M M E

Part Activity Person Responsible

I Opening Prayer Thesis Student

II Greetings and Introduction
Subject Teacher Presentation of Thesis Students
Presentation of Thesis Adviser
Presentation of Panel Members

III Brief Introduction of CEAT Thesis Guidelines Subject Teacher

IV Presentation of Thesis Study Thesis Student

V Question and Answer Thesis Panel Members,
Thesis Student and Subject
Teacher

VI Thesis Deliberation Thesis Panel Member,
Subject Teacher and Thesis
Adviser

VII Announcement of Result Chair of Panel Members

VIII Clarification Thesis Panel Members,
Thesis Student and Subject
Teacher

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2.3 RESULT OF ORAL DELIBERATION & GRADING SYSTEM
Thesis Student shall be able to receive a remark of Passed, Passed with Minor
Revision, Conditional and Failed during oral deliberation.
A grade of Passed means the Thesis Student has successfully answered all the
questions of Thesis Panel Members during oral deliberation, satisfied all requirements of Thesis
1 or Thesis 2 subjects and no other revisions will be made on the context of his manuscript.
A grade of Passed with Minor Revision means the student passed the oral defense
however, required to revise and accomplish the list of suggestions and requirements made by
Thesis Panel Members one (1) week after the oral deliberation.
A grade of Conditional means the Student has not successfully answered all the
questions during the oral deliberation however, may request for reconsideration and retake the
oral defense within two (2) weeks. The Students request for reconsideration must be approved
by all Thesis Panel Members. If there is no request made, a grade of failed will be given to the
Students. Thesis Students are allowed for a maximum of two oral defense presentations in one
semester.
A grade of Failed means the students failed to meet any of the following (1) carried
out research objectives of the study, (2) answered questions of Thesis Panel Members during
the oral deliberation (3) completed the requirements of Thesis 1 or Thesis 2 subjects. He will
be given a grade of 0.0 in the subject and will be advised to re enroll the subject on the
succeeding semesters.
If a student receives a grade of Passed or Passed with Minor Revision from
Thesis Panel Members, his final grade will then be computed based on the suggested grading
system in this guideline or on the course syllabus set by the Department.

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Student who receives a grade of Conditional and fails to present on the current
semester will receive a grade of 0.0 in Thesis 1 or Thesis 2 subject.

2.4 REDEFENSE
Thesis Student shall be given only one (1) chance to present again his proposal or final
presentation on the current semester upon approval of his request for redefense by Thesis
Subject Teacher, Thesis Panel Members and Program Coordinator. Likewise, failure to comply in
one (1) of the following conditions will result into a grade of 0.0 of Thesis Student.
a. The Thesis Student arrived late or failed to show up on his scheduled oral presentation.
b. The Thesis Student violated ethical standards (i. e. plagiarism) in research writing.
c. The Thesis Student received a failing grade in one of his Thesis Panel Members during
redefense.
d. The Panel as a body failed to get a consensus.

2.5 THESIS RECORD BOOK
All research related activities, accomplishments and progress reports shall be
documented daily by Thesis Student in a Thesis Record book. The weekly thesis plan of Thesis
Student shall be presented to Thesis Adviser and must be signed to signify approval. The
Subject Teacher shall check weekly the Thesis Record Book of Thesis Students.

Thesis 1 Thesis 2
Prelim - 0%
Midterm - 0%
Finals - 100 %

Adviser - 10%
Subject Teacher - 10%
Panel Members - 80%
Prelim - 0%
Midterm - 0%
Finals - 100 %

Adviser - 10%
Subject Teacher - 10%
Panel Members - 80%

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2.6 ACADEMIC CALENDAR SCHEDULE OF
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH RELATED ACTIVITIES

Activity Persons Involve Schedule
THESIS 1
Submission of Draft Chapter 1 Thesis Student
Subject Teacher
1
st
wk 5
th
wk of
Prelim Term Period
Deadline for Submission of
Thesis Adviser Acceptance
Form
Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
Prelim Exam Week
Payment of Thesis 1/
Submission of Official Receipt
to Subject Teacher
Thesis Student
Subject Teacher
Prelim Exam Week
Submission of Revised
Chapter 1 to Subject Teacher
Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
1
st
wk of Midterm Period
Submission of draft Chapter 2
to Subject Teacher and Thesis
Adviser
Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
3
rd
Submission of draft Chapter 3
to Subject Teacher and Thesis
Adviser
Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
5
th
Accomplished Schedule Form
for the Undergraduate Thesis
Proposal Defense

Submission of Thesis Proposal
Manuscript ( 5 copies , each
to be given to the following
(2) panel members (1) chair
of panel member (1) thesis
adviser and (1) subject
teacher)
Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
Midterm Exam Week
Proposal Defense Schedule
Week
Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
2
nd
week of Final Term Period
Submission of Revised
Chapters 1-3 to Subject
Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Final Exam Week

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Teacher and Thesis Adviser Subject Teacher

THESIS 2

Submission of Draft Chapter 4
and Chapter 5 to Subject
Teacher and Thesis Adviser

Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
Midterm Exam Week
Payment of Thesis 1/
Submission of Official Receipt
to Subject Teacher
Thesis Student
Subject Teacher
Midterm Exam Week
Accomplished Schedule Form
for the Undergraduate Thesis
Final Defense

Submission of Thesis
Manuscript ( 5 copies , each
to be given to the following
(2) panel members (1) chair
of panel member (1) thesis
adviser and (1) subject
teacher)

Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
Midterm Exam Week
Final Defense Schedule Week Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
2
nd
English Grammar Editing Thesis Student
Thesis Editor
3
rd
Schedule of Redefense Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
4
th
week of Final Term
Period
Submission of Hardbound
Manuscript
Thesis Student
Thesis Adviser
Subject Teacher
5
th

Reminder:
1. Oral defense shall be scheduled at least a month before the deadline of grades submission of the University Registrar.
2. Thesis Students are only allowed to deliver oral defense upon accomplishment of Schedule Form for the Undergraduate Thesis.

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2.7 THESIS FEE
The individual or group of Thesis Students enrolled in Thesis 1 or Thesis 2 subject shall
pay an additional amount of Php. 2,000.00 every semester to the Accounting Office. This
amount is the remunerations of the following individual:
1. Thesis Adviser - Php. 1,000.00 /semester
2. Thesis Panel Member - Php. 300.00 / semester
3. Chair of Thesis Panel Member - Php. 400.00 / semester

The remuneration of the English Editor, Statistician or any other persons(s) outside the
university is not covered by the provisions of this guideline. This will be handled directly by the
students.

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2.8 ENGINEERING MANUCSCRIPT CONTENT

TITLE PAGE
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
ABSTRACT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LIST OF TABLES
LIST OF FIGURES
LIST OF APPENDIX

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Objectives of the Study
1.3 Significance of the Study
1.4 Scope and Limitation
1.5 Conceptual Framework
1.6 Definition of Terms

CHAPTER 2: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY
3.1 Methodological Framework
3.2 Gathering of Data
3.3 Preparation of Sample
3.4 Schematic Diagram
3.5 Procedure
3.6 Instrumentation
3.6 Statistical Analysis

CHAPTER 4: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

CHAPTER 5: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

BIBLIOGRAPHY

APPENDICES

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PART III : ARCHITECTURE DEPARTMENT

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3.1 Guiding Principles
1. The Architectural Thesis is the culminating stage of an Architecture students extensive
five year training. Here, he must be able to prove he already possesses the
knowledge, the skills and the qualified professionalism to pass the course and to
eventually graduate from the Architecture program.
2. The Thesis Presentation is the highlight of the Architectural Thesis. This is a privilege
given to the student after complying with all the requirements given him. He and his
work must be the centerpiece of the deliberations.
3. The student is an aspiring professional and he must be treated with constructive
scrutiny as such by everyone involved in the Architectural Thesis.
4. Utmost objectivity of the results is desired by everyone involved in the Architectural
Thesis especially in the deliberations.
5. The Architectural Thesis deliberations must be well documented before and after the
presentation. This is to ensure the integrity of the endeavor.
6. Whatever is decided upon by the Thesis Panel Members (grade, content of thesis, etc.)
in every deliberation phase shall be final and shall be free of further scrutiny.
7. As an aspiring architect, the students Architectural Thesis must present a building (or a
complex of buildings) to ensure the applicability of the prepared rubrics for every
presentation. However, if the student opts for a research type of Architectural Thesis,
the Council must convene to approve/disapprove it. If approved, the rubrics for such
must be created in advance by the Thesis Council.

3.2 Coverage
Architectural Thesis covers Architectural Design 9 ARCH 511 (1 unit Lecture & 5
units studio) and Architectural Design 10 ARCH 521 (1 unit Lecture & 5 units
Studio) courses. Architectural Design 9 shall cover three (3) deliberations namely the
Title Defense, the Proposal Defense and lastly the Site Defense. Architectural Design 10

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shall include the design translation only of the approved research output from
Architectural Design 9.

3.3 Architectural Design Oral Presentations
Architectural Design 9 covers three (3) Oral Presentations namely:
1. TITLE SELECTION DEFENSE This is intended to establish a Proponents Project
Proposal with the help of selected members of the Faculty.
2. PROJECT DEFENSE Here, the Proponent has already determined his Project Proposal,
his Adviser already known and Chapters 1 to 3 of his manuscript is ready for evaluation
by the Thesis Panel Members.
3. SITE DEFENSE Here, the Proponent sets the Criteria for Site selection and bases the
chosen site from such criteria. The Thesis Panel Members will evaluate the
completeness, correctness and acceptability of the chosen site for the Project Proposal.
See Procedures for further clarification.
Architectural Design 10 covers only one (1) Oral Presentation and this is called the
FINAL DEFENSE. After this, the Proponent shall have submitted all the requirements
religiously as scheduled, orally defended his Thesis and accepted the verdict of the
Thesis Panel Members.

3.4 Requirements on Architectural Design Oral Presentations
1. TITLE DEFENSE
Accomplished Project Proposal Sheet with related literatures and projects
attached.
Summary of Proposed Project Titles
Visual presentation (electronic or otherwise). Proponent may decide on the
medium.
2. PROJECT DEFENSE
Accomplished manuscript
Advisers endorsement
Project Defense Rubric

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medium.
Other supporting documents the Proponent has seen vital to his defense.

3. SITE DEFENSE
Accomplished and edited manuscript
Site Defense Rubric
medium.

4. FINAL DEFENSE
Accomplished and edited manuscript
Final defense rubric
Concept Board (which includes design guides to be adopted)
Site Development Plan
Floor Plan/s of Major Buildings/s
Elevation/s of Major Buildings/s
Architectural and Structural Bay Sections
Perspective of Major Building/s
Interior Perspectives of Major Area/s
General rules for the Final Defense
1. Presentation boards must be accomplished manually. Adviser shall bar the
Proponent from presenting if electronic means are used for the presentation
boards.
2. The Proponent must have submitted these boards exactly one (1) week prior to
his Defense. Failure to do so subjects his slot to forfeiture and a grade of 0.00
for the entire course.
3. These presentation boards shall be stored in one safe place by the Coordinator.
They can only be taken out by the proponent during the schedule of his
deliberation or another time decided upon by the Coordinator.

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4. The Proponent may opt to use electronic means only after the Defense and he
has obtained a passing grade.

3.5 Conduct of Architectural Design Oral Presentations
3.5.1 TITLE DEFENSE
1. Proponent must report to the Coordinator and provide a photocopy of his
registration form as proof of his enrolment in the course.
2. All Proponents are strictly required to attend the first general meeting to be
conducted by the Coordinator. Full awareness of these guidelines shall enable
the Proponent to start searching for potential titles.
3. Proponent must be the first to verify if his potential title is not listed among the
banned titles in the department. See Ban Rules.
4. Proponent will prepare three (3) potential titles and each will be documented as
Proposal Sheet (see form no. x). Clippings for each respective potential title must
be attached with the Proposal Sheet. Incomplete Proposal Sheets will not be
accepted during the Title Defense.
5. Proponent will inform the Coordinator of his readiness for the Title Defense and
will get his slot. There the slots will be on a First-Come-First-Served Basis.
6. Coordinator shall request selected members of the Faculty to act as Title
Selection Committee members. All are expected to become Advisers and/or Panel
members. They will pledge their schedule as well.
1. The Title Selection Committee will take their seats. A five member panel is the
most ideal while three can be considered a quorum.
2. Each deliberation day will start with a prayer.
3. One Proponent will distribute his Proposal sheet among the panel members.
Each shall have a copy. Proponent will be holding a Title Approval Sheet.

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4. Panel members will be given a maximum of ten (10) minutes to browse the
Proposal Sheets.
5. The first panel member to finish browsing the Proposal Sheets may ask the first
question or to comment. The panel may require the Proponent to further explain
his titles using his laptop or any other means. The panel must write comments
and suggestions on the Proposal Sheet handed to them.
6. The panel member must sign on the Approval Sheet the Proponent is holding
across the title he believes the Proponent must pursue. Getting a minimum of
three (3) signatures on a potential title means that is the approved title of the
Proponent.
7. The panel may edit the approved title only upon consensus but without altering
the overall intent of the Proponent.
8. The Coordinator shall jot this immediately in his notes.
9. If the Proponent got two or more of his potential titles approved by the panel he
automatically gets the privilege to select from among these. However, he must
decide after a maximum of five (5) minutes only or he loses the privilege. The
panel in turn will decide for him.
10. If the Proponent fails to gather three (3) signatures in any of his potential titles
he may request for another Title Defense Schedule which the Coordinator will
determine.
11. When the Title Defense is over and the Proponent still failed to get approval in
any potential titles, he has a week left to pursue this. He will present to any
member of the panel personally on their official Consultation hours only in order
to get his potential titles approved. After this, the Coordinator shall recommend
that the Proponent drop himself from the course.
1. The Proponent will check if his approved title is registered by the Coordinator in
the manifest.

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2. He must retrieve the Proposal sheets and take note of the comments written
therein.
3. He may suggest to the Coordinator his preferred Adviser for reference purposes
only.
4. Proponent prepares Chapters 1 to 3 of his manuscript.
3.5.2 PROJECT DEFENSE
1. Proponent must report to the Coordinator for the formal selection of his Adviser.
Coordinator has the power to apply a system for this.
2. Proponent must accomplish the Advisers Acceptance form after knowing his
Adviser. He must personally approach the faculty member to get his approval. If
the faculty member rejected the selection he must state the reason by writing it
on the space provided for in the Advisers Acceptance form. Proponent will
inform the Coordinator immediately afterwards for another selection.
3. The Thesis Panel Member must receive the manuscript at least one (1) week
prior to the oral defense schedule.
4. Proponent shall settle the Thesis Fee two weeks prior to the Project Defense
week. He cannot obligate the Coordinator to give him a slot in the deliberations if
he fails to do so.
5. Adviser shall accomplish the Endorsement form and will submit it personally to
the Coordinator for further update on the deliberation schedule.
1. Each deliberation day will start with scripture reading and a prayer.
2. Proponent must arrive at the deliberation room thirty (30) minutes before his
slot. No excuses will be entertained. The Proponent still has the liability of losing
his slot if he doesnt comply or worse, he arrives late.

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3. The Proponent will distribute his manuscript, Project Defense rubric among the
panel members. Each shall have a copy. Proponent must avoid delays in these
because the time allotted for him is very limited.
4. When everyone is set the Adviser will introduce the Proponent to the panel.
5. The Proponent shall be given a total of 60 minutes in his slot. Ten (10) minutes
shall be allowed for preparation, twenty (20) minutes for the presentation proper
and thirty (30) minutes for the evaluation, comments and decision by the Thesis
Panel Members.
6. The decision shall be announced by the Panel Chair. Afterwards, he will hand the
Coordinator the decision rendered for documentation.
7. The Proponent will collect the comment sheets from the Panel and will file these
for reference purposes. This is regardless of the result of his Defense.
8. If the Proponents work is disapproved he may request for a re-defense through
his Adviser. The panel needs a consensus among them if a re-defense has
merits. Without a consensus, the Proponent will have to accept the failing grade.
9. If a re-defense is approved by the Panel, it must happen within the reasonable
time frame the Panel has set in agreement with the Adviser and the Coordinator.
10. The following are reasons for no re-defense:
The Panel as a body failed to get a consensus;
The Proponent arrived late at his slot;
The Proponent did not arrive at all;
The Proponent violated ethical standards (i. e. plagiarism) in research
writing and was notified by any of the panel members;
1. The Proponent will report to his Adviser again for the preparation to the Site
Defense.
2. If the Proponent fails the deliberation he will not be expected anymore to settle
the Thesis Fee for the Site Defense.

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3. Proponent prepares Chapters 3 to 4 of his manuscript. He must edit the
manuscript as prescribed by the Thesis Panel Members.

3.5.3 SITE DEFENSE
1. Proponent shall settle the Thesis Fee two weeks prior to the Site Defense week.
He cannot obligate the Coordinator to give him a slot in the deliberations if he
fails to do so or was delayed in doing so.
3. The Thesis Panel Members must receive the manuscript (Chapters 1 to 4) at
least one (1) week prior to the oral presentation.
scheduled oral presentation. No excuses will be entertained. The Proponent still
has the liability of losing his slot if he doesnt comply or worse, he arrives late.
3. The Proponent will distribute his manuscript, Site Defense rubric and Comment
sheets to the panel members. Each shall have a copy. Proponent must avoid
delays in these because the time allotted for him is very limited.
Panel Members.

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8. If the Proponents work is disapproved he may request for a re-defense through
his Adviser. The panel needs a consensus among them if a re-defense has
merits. Without a consensus, the Proponent will have to accept the failing grade.
9. If a re-defense is approved by the Panel, it must happen within the reasonable
time frame the Panel has set in agreement with the Adviser and the Coordinator.
10. The following are reasons for no re-defense:
The Panel as a body failed to get a consensus;
The Proponent arrived late at his scheduled redefense
The Proponent did not arrive at all;
The Proponent violated ethical standards (i. e. plagiarism) in research
writing and was notified by any of the panel members;
The Proponent failed to observe etiquette during and after the defense.
1. The Proponent will report to his Adviser again for the final editing of the
manuscript.
2. The Coordinator will post the result of the deliberations to the bulletin board.

3.5.4 FINAL DEFENSE
1. Proponent must consult with his Adviser periodically.
2. Proponent shall settle the Thesis Fee two weeks after class opening. He cannot
obligate the Coordinator to give him a slot in the deliberations if he fails to do so.
3. Presentation boards must be accomplished manually. Adviser shall bar the
Proponent from presenting if electronic means are used for the presentation
boards.

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4. These presentation boards shall be stored in one safe place by the Coordinator.
They can only be taken out by the proponent during the schedule of his
deliberation or another time decided upon by the Coordinator.
6. Proponent must submit the requirements (see list) one week before his slot. The
Thesis Panel Members must receive the manuscript at least one (1) week prior
to the slot.
slot. No excuses will be entertained. The Proponent still has the liability of losing
his slot if he doesnt comply or worse, he arrives late.
3. The Proponent will distribute his manuscript, Final Defense rubric among the
panel members. Each shall have a copy. Proponent must avoid delays in these
because the time allotted for him is very limited.
Panel Members.
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1. The Proponent will report to his Adviser again for the preparation of the final
manuscript.
2. The Coordinator will convene with those who passed the Final Defense for the
Thesis Exhibit. They may opt to use electronic means for the presentation boards
3. Proponent prepares will submit his manuscript to qualified faculty members of
the School for proof reading.
4. He will submit the edited book to all signatories of the Approval Sheet prior to
the bookbinding.
5. Proponent will submit his Thesis to the Faculty and the AEA.

3.6 Ban Rules
These rules govern the pre qualifications of the candidate proposals forwarded by the
proponents in the Title Selection Defense. It is important for the proponent to check on these
prior to seeking project proposals. If the candidate proposal is discovered to be among the
Banned projects during any deliberations or even belatedly, the proposal shall immediately be
disapproved by the Thesis Panel Members.
The main purpose of these Ban Rules is to ensure the originality of the approved project
proposals.
Permanently banned project proposals:
1. Those bearing the name, building occupancy and site same with a project proposal
submitted to the Faculty and the Aklatang Emilio Aguinaldo.
2. Those totally absurd, ludicrous and unremarkable.
3. Those considerably purely theoretical and unquantifiable.
Temporarily banned project proposals:
The time period for this ban covers a span of two academic years. Those temporarily
banned are those bearing building occupancy similar with a project proposal submitted
to the Faculty and the Aklatang Emilio Aguinaldo and using the same exact site.

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3.7 Grading System

1. The Coordinator will upload grades for Arch 511 & Arch 521 only on the Finals
period.
2. The following breakdown of the final grades for Arch 511 & Arch 521 shall only be
applicable if the Proponent passes each subject.

Arch 511 & Arch 521
Defense 75% Thesis Panel Members
75%
Academic requirements 25% Advisers Grade 15%
Coordinators Grade 10%
FINAL GRADE 100%

3. The Thesis Panel Members shall evaluate the proponent based on the respective
rubrics (see appendix) given to them.
4. The proponent shall pass the deliberation if the Panel voted unanimously or majority
(two out of three) to approve his work (passed or passed with minor revisions).
Likewise, the proponent shall fail the deliberation if the Panel voted unanimously or
majority (two out of three) to disapprove his work. This is applicable to the Project
Defense, Site Defense and Final Defense.
5. Numerical evaluations will be implemented only on the Site and Final Defense.
6. The following will be rendered irrelevant in case the Proponent is barred from
presenting his Thesis or had failed the deliberation:
Advisers grade
Coordinators grade

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The Manuscript
Title Page
Certificate of Originality
Approval Sheet
Abstract
Dedication
Acknowledgment
Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of Figures and Illustrations
List of Appendices
CHAPTER 1. The Problem and Its Setting
1.1 Introduction
a. Rationale of the Project
b. Background of the Project
c. Project Goals and Objectives
d. Significance and the Expected Output
e. Scope and Delimitation
CHAPTER 2. Theoretical Framework
2.1 Review of Related Literature
2.2 Conceptual Framework/Paradigm
2.3 Methodology
CHAPTER 3. Site Justification
3.1 Site and Project Development Criteria
3.2 Macro and Micro Site Analysis
CHAPTER 4. Architectural Design Development and Architectural Engineering
4.1 Site Planning and Site Programming
4.2 Building Space Program
4.3 Design Conceptualization
4.4 Project Technical Requirements
End of Architectural Design 9

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CHAPTER 5. Architectural Design Translation
5.1 Project Title
5.2 Design Philosophy
5.3 Design Theories and Design Paradigm,
5.4 Design Concept, Structural Concept, Material Concept, Site Concept,
Building Plan Concept, Utility Concept
5.5 Space and Form Evolution and Synthesis (explanation of your doodles from
design diary)
5.6 Design Objectives
5.7 Design Considerations (Summary of Chapter 3)
5.8 Presentation of Drawings
Appendices
Related Documents/ Attachments
Thesis Panel Member Comments
Endorsement Forms
Letters
Certificates
Actual Photo of Deliberation
Others
References
Biographical Sketch
End of Architectural Design 10

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PART 4 : MANUSCRIPT CONTENT AND
FORMAT

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4.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTION IN MANUSCRIPT PREPARATION

A. Paper 8 x 11 , white bond paper

B. Typeface Tahoma, pt 12, regular

C. Margins

Top : 1.0 inch
Bottom : 1.0 inch
Right : 1.0 inch
Left : 1.25 inch

D. Spacing
Before 0 pt , after 0 pt
single space : for table titles and headings, figure captions,
references
1.5 space : body of manuscript
Double space : after chapter titles, before major subheadings,
and before and after tables in the text.
: after the last sentences and another paragraph

E. Pagination
number all pages, except the artwork for figure and preliminary
pages

preliminary pages usually carry lowercase roman numerals and
only shown in table of contents

Introduction (Chapter 1) Arabic numerals

page numbers continue throughout the appendix

Bottom right corner of page

Font Tahoma , Italics size 9

F. Tabs
0.75
G. Paragraph
Body : Justified alignment

Titles : Left alignment for major headings / subheadings

(Separate page for Part Title and Appendices only)
Left alignment for subheadings

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H. Figures and
Figure Captions
small figures may appear on a page with some text

large figures are placed on a separate page immediately after
the page on which figure is first mentioned

Figure number is italics; text of the caption is not italicized;
capitalize only the first word and any proper nouns; figure captions
are typed below the figure; Minimum size 8 pt, maximum size
14 pt

Figure 2.1 : Title
(Format : Figure <chapter no.> . <no of table>)
Source: (eg. title of book)

I. Tables and
Table Captions
short tables may appear on a page with some text

long tables are placed on a separate page immediately after the
page on which the table is first mentioned

Table number is italics; text of the caption is not italicized;
capitalize only the first word and any proper nouns; table captions
are typed above the table; Minimum size 8 pt, maximum size 14
pt

(Format : Table <chapter no.> . <no of table>)
Table 2.1: Title
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10
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40
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90
1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr
East
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North

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Label Label Label Label

Data Data Data Data
Data Data Data Data
Data Data Data Data
Source: (eg. title of book)

Thick line -1.5 pt, Thin line 1.0 pt
Line Spacing single
Space before: 0 pt
Space after : 0 pt

J. Indentations Indent the first line of every paragraph.

Bibliography has a hanging indent format (first line is set flush
left and the subsequent lines are indented)

K. Paper
Orientation
For engineering department : portrait except for figures and tables
needed in landscape orientation

For Architecture department : Landscape with two columns for
general text

Size A4 (210 mm x 297 mm) for general text

Size A3 (297 mm x 420 mm) for drawings

L. Editing Style American Psychological Association (APA) style

4.2 HARDBOUND AND ELECTRONIC COPIES OF THESIS

4.2.1 Bookbinding of Manuscript

The final Thesis Manuscript shall be hardbound and follow the prescribed format:

A. Color Engineering : maroon cover and gold letter markings

Architecture : black cover and gold letter markings

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B. Label Content of Title Page

C. Size

Engineering : 8.5 x 11

Architecture : A4 ( landscape orientation)
D. No of Copies
1 copy for AEA Library
1 copy for Department
1 copy for Thesis Adviser
1 copy each for Thesis Student

Side Title

4.2.2 Electronic Copy of Thesis Manuscript

The Thesis Paper and final oral presentation shall be saved in pdf file using a high quality
Compact Disc Recordable. This will be submitted together with the hard bound thesis
manuscript.

A. Label Each CD R shall labeled with a white sticker (approximately :
1.5 x 2) and has the following information :

Title of Thesis Study
Name of Thesis Student
Name of Thesis Adviser
Month and Year of Completion

B. No of Copies
1 copy for AEA Library
1 copy for Department
1 copy for Thesis Adviser
1 copy each for Thesis Student

Month and Year
of Completion
Title of Thesis
SURNAME/S OF THESIS
STUDENT/GROUP

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Title of the Study
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A Thesis Presented to the Faculty of <Program or Department>
De La Salle University Dasmarias
Dasmarinas, City
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In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of
Bachelor of Science in <Program or Department>
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<Month>, <Year of Graduation>

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
}
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TITLE PAGE i
ACKNOWLEDGMENT . ii
ABSTRACT . iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS . iv
LIST OF TABLES .. v
LIST OF FIGURES vi
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CHAPTER 1 : INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study . #
1.2 Objectives of the Study .. #
1.3 Significance of the Study ..... #
1.3 Scope and Limitation . #
1.4 Conceptual Framework #
1.5 Definition of Terms #
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CHAPTER 4 : RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
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CHAPTER 5 : CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
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APPENDICES...... #

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4.7 PRELIMINARIES

4.7.1 Acknowledgment

1. The word acknowledgment is all capitalized, bold font style and with center page
alignment.

2. It is a one page containing expression of appreciation for the assistance and guidance
provided by the Thesis Adviser, Thesis Panel Members , Subject Teacher , Technical
Critic, selected faculty members and staff, classmates, friends and family.

4.7.2 Abstract
1. The word abstract is all capitalized, bold font style and with center page alignment

2. The information in abstract gives the reader an overview of the study, based on
information from the other sections of the manuscript.

3. It is one paragraph of about 150- 300 words.

4. The typical information elements included in an abstract are as follows: (a) some
background or general information on the study (b) the main topic (or purpose) of the
study and its scope (c) some information on how the study was conducted or the
methodology used in the study (d) the most important findings of the study and (e)
statement of conclusion

5. A maximum of five keywords are listed on the page of abstract. Each key word is
separated by a comma

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Keywords : keyword1, keyword2, keyword 5

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4.10 BODY OF MANUSCRIPT
4.10.1 Chapter 1: Introduction
1. Generally this chapter contains the following sections: (a) background of the study,
(b) objectives of the study, (c) significance of the study, (d) scope and limitation, (e)
conceptual framework and (f) definition of terms.

2. Background of the study: This 2-3 pages sub section of Chapter 1 presents a
generalization on a certain issue. It discusses the current situation of a location
having an unsatisfactory condition and needs a solution by conducting a research.
The historical background and some underlying technical principles and rationale of
the study is also discuss. Furthermore, basic discoveries, differences of opinion or
disagreements that led you to propose further investigation is clearly stated.

3. Objectives of the study: This section discusses the main goal of the study. There
should be 1 general objective followed by 3-5 specific objectives of the study. The
general objective is a statement of the broad target, while the specific objectives are
statement of the definite inquiries which are expected to achieve in the study. This
section must not list the step by step procedure to be conducted.

4. Significance of the study: This section answers the question: who are to be
benefited and how they are going to be benefited? It must be shown in this section
the individuals, groups, or communities who may be placed in advantageous position
on account of the study.

5. Scope and Limitation of the Study: This section describes the extent of the study and
its weaknesses beyond the control of the researcher.

6. Conceptual Framework: This section is compose of three parts: input, process and
output that will provide the basis of formulation for research hypothesis. It will
serves as a guide in conducting investigation.

7. Definition of Terms: This section list technical terms that needs to be defined. These
are terms that are not common.

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4.4.2 Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature
1. This chapter contains an evaluated, organized, and synthesized collection of citations
to other studies (NOT a MERE listing of previous studies), which are related or
somewhat related to the researchers own specific research problem.
2. This chapter is a summary of writings of recognized authorities of previous research
from the following materials: books, reports, thesis and dissertations, journals,
conference proceeding and internet for free and updated information.
3. This chapter serves three important functions.
(a) It continues the process started in the introduction of giving the readers
background information needed to understand your study.
(b) It assures the readers that you are knowledgeable about the significant
research that has been done in your area of investigation and
(c) It establishes your study as one link in a chain of research that is developing
and enlarging knowledge in your field of research interest.

4.10.3 Chapter 3: Methodology
1. It is generally a guideline system for solving a problem, with specific components
such as phases, tasks, methods, techniques and tools.

2. This chapter contains the following subsections but not limited to (a) gathering of
data (b) methods of research / procedure (c) instrumentation (d) method of
presentation and interpretation of data (e) mathematical treatment of data, (f)
equations and models (g) statistical method and schematic diagram (properly
labeled and numbered).

4.10.4 Chapter 4: Results and Discussion

1. This section presents the data collected from the study on this major aspect of your
research problem, followed by extensive comments on or interpretation of the
findings of the study

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4.10.5 Chapter 5: Conclusion and Recommendation
1. Conclusion: This section addresses the objective(s) pertaining to the major aspect of
your research problem.
2. Recommendation: This section indicates statements that suggest the need for
further studies. It answers questions, what else can be done relevant to your
research problem and what other related problems should be addressed?

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4.11 SAMPLE BODY OF MANUSCRIPT
Chapter 2

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

The line spacing is double space. The paragraph indention is 1.50 cm. The
alignment is justified. The line spacing between the first level heading and the body: 1-
double space. The line spacing in the body: double space. No extra space will be given
after the last sentence and another paragraph two spaces between period and another
sentence.
<Second Level Heading>

Only the first letters are capitalized except for articles and prepositions, bold
font style, left justified alignment.
<Third level heading>
Only the first letter of the first word is capitalized, bold font style, left
justified alignment.
<Fourth Level Heading>
Only the first letters are capitalized except for articles and prepositions,
regular font style, left justified alignment.
<Fifth Level Heading>
Only the first letters are capitalized except for articles and prepositions,
regular font style, underlined, left justified alignment.

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PART 5 : FORMS

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DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY DASMARINAS
Dasmarinas, Cavite

Conforme :

______________________
Date

To Whom It May Concern:

This is to certify that we have read and fully understood the CEAT Policy Manual
on Undergraduate Thesis Writing and agreed to comply with the said requirements.

________________________ ________________________
Students Name and Signature Parents Name and Signature

________________________
Course / Year / Section

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The undergraduate thesis proposal entitled <Title of thesis>prepared and
presented by <name of Thesis Students> on an Oral Defense last <date of oral
defense>has been examined and is recommended for approval and acceptance in
Thesis 2 (Title of Subject )

_______________________________
<Name of Thesis Adviser>

_______________________________
<Chair of Panel Members>

_______________________________ _______________________________
< Name of Panel Member> < Name of Panel Member>

_______________________________
<Name of Program Coordinator or Department Chair>
Program Coordinator or Department Chair, < Name of the Program or Department>

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APPROVAL SHEET
}
}
This thesis hereto entitled
}
Title of the research project
}
Prepared and submitted by <Thesis Students> in partial fulfillment of the requirements
for the degree of Bachelor of Science in _____________________ and is recommended for
acceptance and approval for ORAL EXAMINATION.
}
}
__________________________________
<Name of Adviser>
ADVISER
}
}
Approved by the Committee on Oral Examination with a grade of _____ on ________,
20__.
}
}
_____________________________
<Name of Chair of Panel Member>
CHAIR
}
}

_____________________________ _____________________________
<Name of Panel Member1> <Name of Panel Member2>
MEMBER MEMBER
}
}
Accepted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science
in_______________________
}
}
}
_____________________________
<Name of Department Chair>
CHAIR, <DEPARTMENT >
}
}
}
_____________________________
<Name of College Dean>
DEAN, <NAME OF COLLEGE>
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1 space
1 space
2 spaces
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2 spaces
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ORAL DEFENSE FORM
(Proposal Defense)

_______________
(date)
I. General Information
a. Name of Thesis Student(s):
1._______________________ 2._______________________ 3._______________________

b. Name of Thesis Adviser and co Adviser :
1._______________________ 2._______________________

c. Title of Thesis:
_____________________________________________________________________________

d. Name of the Thesis Panelist: ______________________________

II. Summary of Reviews: (Please attach additional sheet if necessary)
1.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
2.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
3.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
4.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
5.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
6.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
7.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
8.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
9.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________

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III. Evaluation:

Criteria for Evaluation
Equivalent
Points
Grade
I. Content of Manuscript (60%)
a. The thesis study has a high quality of research methodology. It refers to
the appropriateness of the procedure and methods used. It also includes
the suitability of tools and equipment.

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b. The thesis study has a significant beneficial impact to community.

20
c. The thesis study is novel and original. It is new and has not recently
published in scientific journals, books, magazines, periodicals, pamphlets,
newspapers, academic publications and like.

20
d. The thesis study has presented sufficient literature review to support his
hypothesis.
10
II. Oral Presentation (40%)
a. The student displayed thorough mastery of the study.
10
b. The student answered all questions raised by the examination committee
well.
10
c. The student presented well-prepared visuals to facilitate the discussions of
the study.
5
d. The student was able to communicate the report to the examination
committee effectively.
5
III. Additional Requirements (software, model, prototype, etc.)
This is optional. Please specify the equivalent points if applicable.

TOTAL
SCORE OF PANEL MEMBER * (%)
*Passing score is 60%

IV. Result of Evaluation: (please check one)
PASSED (Average Grade of Panel Members is 60% . No revisions required.)
PASSED WITH MINOR REVISION (Average Grade of Panel Members is 60%. Revisions will
be reflected in the final thesis paper)
CONDTIONAL (Average Grade of Panel Members is < 60% Revised thesis paper must be submitted
in writing and needs re-approval by the examination committee in an oral presentation on current semester.)
FAILED (Average Grade of Panel Members is < 60% . Revised thesis paper must be submitted in writing
and needs re-approval by the examination committee in an oral presentation on next semester.)

Noted by: (Please affix your signature over printed name)

____________________ ____________________ _________________
Chair, Panel Member Panel Member Panel Member

____________________ ____________________
Thesis Adviser Subject Teacher

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ORAL DEFENSE FORM
(Final Defense)

_______________
(date)
1._______________________ 2._______________________ 3._______________________

b. Name of Thesis Adviser and co Adviser :
1._______________________ 2._______________________

c. Title of Thesis:
_____________________________________________________________________________

d. Name of the Thesis Panelist: ______________________________

II. Summary of Reviews: (Please attach additional sheet if necessary)
1.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
2.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
3.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
4.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
5.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
6.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
7.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
8.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
9.____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________

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III. Evaluation:

Criteria for Evaluation
Equivalent
Points
Grade
I. Content of Manuscript (70%)
A. Sufficient results were presented to derive reasonable conclusions
addressing the stated objectives of the study.
20
B. The student interpreted the results of the study correctly. 20
C. The conclusions address the stated objectives of the study. 20
D. Recommendations for further studies based on the study were
sufficiently and clearly listed.
10
II. Oral Presentation (30%)
A. The student displayed thorough mastery of the study.
10
B. The student answered all questions raised by the examination
committee well.
10
C. The student presented well-prepared visuals to facilitate the
discussions of the study.
5
D. The student was able to communicate the report to the examination
committee effectively.
5
III. Additional Requirements (software, model, prototype, etc.)
This is optional. Please specify the equivalent points if applicable.

TOTAL
SCORE OF PANEL MEMBER* (%)
*Passing score is 60%

IV. Result of Evaluation: (please check one)

PASSED (Average Grade of Panel Members is 60% . No revisions required.)
PASSED WITH MINOR REVISION (Average Grade of Panel Members is 60%. Revisions will
be reflected in the final thesis paper)
CONDTIONAL (Average Grade of Panel Members is < 60% Revised thesis paper must be submitted
in writing and needs re-approval by the examination committee in an oral presentation on current semester.)
FAILED (Average Grade of Panel Members is < 60% . Revised thesis paper must be submitted in writing
and needs re-approval by the examination committee in an oral presentation on next semester.)

Noted by: (Please affix your signature over printed name)

____________________ ____________________ _________________
Chair, Panel Member Panel Member Panel Member

____________________ ____________________
Thesis Adviser Subject Teacher

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ADVISER S ACCEPTANCE FORM
To : _____________________
<Thesis Subject Teacher >

Hereby accepts the Thesis Students:
1. <Name of Thesis Student 1>

As thesis advisees for their study entitled;
<Title of thesis study>
for the school year ___________
Conforme :

_________________________
printed name over signature
<Name of Thesis coAdviser>
THESIS co ADVISER

_________________________
<Name of Thesis Adviser>
THESIS ADVISER

_________________________
<Name of Subject Teacher>
SUBJECT TEACHER

Note: Copies of this form shall be kept by Thesis Students, Thesis Adviser and Subject Teacher.

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APPLICATION FOR CHANGING THESIS ADVISER

I. Student Information:
1._________________________ 2. _______________________ 3. __________________________

b. Reason(s) for Changing Thesis Adviser:
_____________________________________________________________________________________

c. Please attach an update of your ongoing research and research plan upon submission of this
application to the new thesis adviser.

II. Instruction to the New Thesis Adviser:
Please sign below to indicate that you are willing to serve as the thesis adviser.
Advisers Signature: __________________________________ Date: ____________
Co-Advisers Signature: _______________________________ Date: ____________

III. Instruction to the Initial Thesis Adviser: (if still connected with DLSU-D)
Please sign below to acknowledge that you are aware of the request to change thesis adviser.
Advisers Signature: __________________________________ Date: ____________
Co-Advisers Signature: _______________________________ Date: ____________

IV. Instruction to the Student:
Please sign below and return the form to the thesis subject teacher.
Thesis Student 1: ____________________________________ Date: ___________
Thesis Student 2: ___________________________________ Date: ___________
Thesis Student 3: ____________________________________ Date: ___________

Approved by:

_____________________________________________________
<Name of Department Undergraduate Research Committee Head>
Undergraduate Research Committee Head, <Department>

Noted by:

________________________________ ________________________________
<Name of Program Head/Coordinator> <Name of Department Chair>
Program Coordinator, <Name of Program> Chair, <Name of Department>

Note: Copies of this form shall be kept by Thesis Students, previous Thesis Adviser, new Thesis Adviser and Subject Teacher.

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SCHEDULE FORM FOR THE
UNDERGRADUATE THESIS DEFENSE
proposal defense final defense

1._______________________ 2._______________________
3._______________________

b. Name of Thesis Adviser and co Adviser:
1._______________________ 2._______________________

c. Title of Thesis:
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________

d. Date of Defense: _______________________
e. Time of Defense: _______________________
f. Place of Defense: _______________________

II. Approval to Schedule of Oral Defense :

Name Signature
Thesis Student 1 __________________ __________________

Thesis Student 2 __________________ __________________

Thesis Student 3 __________________ __________________

Subject Teacher __________________ __________________

Thesis Adviser __________________ __________________

Panel Member1 __________________ __________________

Panel Member2 __________________ __________________

Chair, Thesis Panel Member __________________ __________________

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ROUTING SLIP
1._______________________ 2._______________________ 3._______________________

b. Name of Thesis Adviser and co Adviser:
1._______________________ 2._______________________

c. Title of Thesis

_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________

No. Date
In
Received
by
Action Taken Remarks Date
Out
Signature

Note : Routing slip must be signed every time the manuscript comes in and out of the responsibility of
Thesis Student, Subject Teacher, Thesis Adviser and Panel Members

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A R C H I T E C T U R E D E P A R T M E N T
P R O P O S A L F O R M
Proponents Name: __________________________
1 of X
Date submitted: __________________________
BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT
< Summarize the clippings gathered for this. State the Background from the most general premise to the
specific. The final sentence or paragraph must clarify the type of project to be pursued.>
ITEM FOR EVALUATION Remarks
Proposed Project Title
Type of Occupancy
Expected Client
Project Beneficiaries
Tentative Objectives
List of attachments:
<the attachments listed here must be actually at the back of
this sheet and must be cataloged and easy to find>

Is it architectural? yes maybe no
Isnt it banned? yes maybe no
Is it novel? yes maybe no
Is it acceptable as an Architectural Project Proposal? yes maybe no

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A R C H I T E C T U R E D E P A R T M E N T

P R O P O N E N T S A P P R O V A L S H E E T
C A N D I D A T E P R O P O S A L # 1
Proposed Title:
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
Revisions (if any):
____________________________________________________

____________________________
Printed Name &
Signature of Panelist
____________________________
Printed Name &

____________________________
Printed Name &
Proposed Title:
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
Revisions (if any):
____________________________________________________

____________________________
Printed Name &
____________________________
Printed Name &

____________________________
Printed Name &
Proposed Title:
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
Revisions (if any):
____________________________________________________

____________________________
Printed Name &
____________________________
Printed Name &

____________________________
Printed Name &

_____________________________
(Printed Name under Signature/Date)
THESIS COORDINATOR
PROPONENTS NAME : ______________ SCHEDULE OF DEFENSE : ______________

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PART 6 : CITATION

6.1 REFERENCE CITATION

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Some of the general features of APA style:
1. The first line of each citation begins flush left, and the second and subsequent lines
are indented five spaces. (This is called a "hanging indent.") .
2. Only initials are used for authors' first and middle names. Names are inverted:
Miller, J. K
3. Single spaces separate each element.
4. Citations are arranged alphabetically by authors' last names; works by the same
author are in alphabetical order. If the author is unknown, alphabetization is by the
first word of the title.
5. Only the first letter of the first word of the title of books and articles is capitalized,
with the exception of proper nouns. The first word of subtitles (after a colon) is also
capitalized.
6.1.1 Books
1. The city and state in which the publisher is located are included, using United States
postal codes to abbreviate states. However, the state (and/or country) is omitted for
major cities and for university presses that include the name of the state. If more
than one location is listed, the first is used.
2. Book titles are italicized.
No author

Manual of legal rights. (1984). Quezon City : Asian Social Institute
Communication Center
One
author
Senge, P. M. (1990). The fifth discipline : the art and practice of the
learning organization. New York : Currency Doubleday.
Two or more
authors (up to
six authors)
Snodgrass, M., & Wallace, L. T. (1980). Agriculture, economics and
resource management. Englewood Cliffs, N.J. : Prentice-Hall.
After the 6th author, "et al." is used. (, Peters, L. R., et al. (1984).
)

Book other
than first
Simmons, J. V. (1995). Science and the beauty business: the beauty
salon and its equipment (2nd ed.). Australia:

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edition Thomson/Learning.
Other abbreviations include: 1st ed., 2nd ed, etc.

Society,
association,
or institution
as author and
publisher
Science Education Center, University of the Philippines. (1996). Plants
of the Philippines (2nd ed). Manila, Philippines : Pundasyon sa
Pagpapaunlad ng Kaalaman sa Pagtuturo ng Agham.

Edited Book

Ubalde, A. (ed.) (1996). Filipino American architecture, design, and
planning issues. [S. l.] : Flipside Press.
For multiple editors, use abbreviation, Eds.

Article or
chapter in an
edited book

Sanchez, L. J. A. (2000). Ilang Halaw mula sa kathang "Sa mga
aninong ligaw." In Barrios, J. & Tolentino, R. (Eds.), Ang Aklat
Likhaan ng Tula at Maikling Kuwento 2000 (pp. 252-260). (S.l.
: s.n.).
6.1.2 Periodical Articles
1. The title of the periodical is italicized, but the title of the article is not.
2. The first letter of each word of the periodical title is capitalized (except for
prepositions and articles).
3. The volume number of the periodical is italicized.
Scholarly
journal that
numbers
pages
continuously
throughout
the annual
volume

DeRoma, V. M. (2003). The relationship between tolerance for
ambiguity and need for course structure. Journal of
Instructional Psychology, 30, 574-576.
Scholarly Turow, J. (1994). Hidden conflicts and journalistic norms: The case of

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journal that
paginates
each issue
separately

self- coverage. Journal of Communication, 44 (2), 12-31.

Magazine
article (in
contrast to an
article in a
scholarly
journal)
King, R. D. (1997, April). Should English be the law? Atlantic Monthly,
279, 55-64.
Island of trouble. (1988, March 12). The Economist, 306, 53-54.
Newspaper
article

Oliva, E. G. (2006, November 23). Global warming could wipe out
most birds, WWF says. Manila Bulletin, pp. B1-B7.

Encyclopedia
Articles
Signed article

Tracy, J. D. (1993). Erasmus. In The new encyclopedia Britannica
(Vol. 18, pp. 489-491). Chicago: Encyclopedia Britannica.

Unsigned
article

Right of asylum. (1995). In Academic American Encyclopedia (Vol. 16,
p. 222). Danbury, CT: Grolier.

6.1.4 Audiovisual Materials
1. Persons primarily responsible for the item are named; their roles are
identified in parentheses after their names.
2. The medium, placed in brackets, is supplied after the title. Media
designations include [Audio recording], [CD] (for music CD), and [Motion
picture] for both film and videotape.
Example:
Fields, F. (Producer), Zwick, E. (Director) (1989). Glory [videodisc]. Culver
City, California : Tristar.

6.1.5 Audio recording
Example:

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British Broadcasting Corporation. (Producer). (1982). BID for Power [sound
recording]. London, England : British Broadcasting Corporation.

6.1.6 Electronic Publications
For the most current information, check Electronic Reference Formats Recommended by
the APA at http://www.apa.org/journals/webref.html
1. To the extent possible, information is provided as for a printed source.
2. Information identifying the electronic source is placed at the end.
3. Date of retrieval is included.
4. Periods are omitted at the end of an Internet address, if that is the last element
in the citation.
Electronic Book

Humm, M. (1997). Feminism and film. Bloomington, IN:
Edinburgh University Press. Retrieved October 20, 2001
from University of Wisconsin-Parkside Library, netLibrary
Web site: http://www.netlibrary.com

Article from an
Internet journal
based on a print
source (exact
duplicate with
same page
numbers)

Killingbeck, D. (2001). The role of television news in the
construction of school violence as "moral panic" [Electronic
Version]. Journal of Criminal Justice and Popular Culture,
8, 186-202.
Article from an
Internet journal
based on a print
source (format
differs or page
numbers are not
indicated)

Killingbeck, D. (2001). The role of television news in the
construction of school violence as "moral panic." Journal of
Criminal Justice and Popular Culture, 8, 186-202. Retrieved
October 30, 2001, from
http://www.albany.edu/ scj/jcjpc/vol8is3/killingbeck
.html
Daily newspaper
article, electronic
version available
by search

Carcamo, D. (2009, August 4). Foreign dignitaries pay homage to
Cory. The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 4, 2009, from
http://www.philstar.com

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Article from
Internet-only
magazine

Saletan, W. (2001, October 17). The power of negative thinking.
Slate. Retrieved October 20, 2001, from
http://slate.msn.com/framegame/entries/01-10-
17_117527.asp
Periodical article
retrieved from
periodical
database

Adhikari, S., Pati, A., Chakrabarty, I., & Choudhury, B. (2007,
August). Hybrid Quantum Cloning Machine. Quantum
Information Processing, 6(4), 197- 219. Retrieved August
4, 2009, doi:10.1007/s11128-007-0053-6

6.2 IN-TEXT PARENTHETICAL CITATIONS
It is required by the APA style that all authors cited in the text must appear in
the references list, and all authors listed must be cited in the text.
Basic form: Include author's surname (if not already mentioned in the text), and
the date:
Example :
Ching (2004) found that chemical reaction...
A recent study of chemical reaction (Ching, 2004) found...
Quotation Author lastname, year, and page number included:
Baym (1993) concludes that journalists "must speak in a voice
that is both institutional and representational, hierarchical as well
as relational" (p. 111).

Two authors Use both:
... (Wellek & Warren, 1992)...

Three to five
authors:
Include all authors the first time mentioned. In
subsequent entries include the first author only, followed
by et al.:
Wasserstein et al. (1994) found...
Six or more
authors:
As Miller et al. (2001) demonstrated

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Corporate
author:
Use full name the first time; abbreviate later:
(National Institute of Mental Health [NIMH], 1991) ...
No author Punctuate the first title words as in the reference list:
on free care ("Study finds," 1982, p.115)
... the book College Bound Seniors (1979)

Multiple works:

Several studies (Balda, 1980; Kamil, 1988; Pepperbert & Funk,
1990) ...
Multiple works
by an author in
one year
Assign letters to each citation to distinguish them. (The letters
must also be used in the reference list.):
...(Johnson, 1991a, 1991b, 1991c)...

Specific pages (Cheek and Buss, 1981, p. 332; Shimamura, 1989, chap.
3)
Secondary
source citing a
primary source
Include both:
Seidenberg and McClelland's study (as cited in Coltheart,
Curtis, Atkins, & Haller, 1993)...
(Include Coltheart, not Seidenberg, in reference list)

World Wide Web
site (but not a
specific
document)
Provide the address (for example, http://www.apa.org) in the
text. No reference entry is needed

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PART 7 : SELECTION OF BEST
UNDERGRADUATE THESIS

De La Salle University Dasmarinas

BEST UNDERGRADUATE THESIS AWARD SELECTION PROCESS

1. ELIGIBILITY:

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Every year, the Architecture Department and programs of Engineering Department shall
conduct nomination and individually select their Best Undergraduate Thesis of the Year
awardees. This competition is open to all College of Engineering, Architecture and
Technology students who had completed their undergraduate thesis and passed the Oral
Defense from their respective department or program during the current school year.

Department and/or programs having a single entry may still be considered in the
selection process on condition that it meets the minimum standard entry grade of 80%.

2. UNDERGRADUATE THESIS COMMITTEE MEMBER:
Dean, CEAT
Associate Dean , CEAT
Chair, Engineering
Chair, Architecture
Program Coordinators, Engineering
Research Committee Head (CEAT)
Research Committee Representative (Engineering)
Research Committee Representative (Architecture)
Research Committee Representative (Technology)
IP Representative, CEAT

The committee members shall nominate the overall chair annually.

3. THE OVERALL CHAIR
3.1 Qualification
3.1.1 He is a CEAT faculty member of De La Salle University-
Dasmarias and preferably in a full time status employment.
3.1.2 He must be at least a Masters degree holder.
3.1.3 He must have experienced in advising Thesis Students.
3.2 Responsibilities
3.2.1 He shall be in charge of setting the timetable of selection and
evaluation process.
3.2.2 He shall coordinate with the Dean and Associate Dean with
regards to the selection of internal evaluators. Three internal
evaluators will be selected
3.2.3 He shall oversee the completion of submitted application
forms of students.
3.2.4 He shall summarize the results of evaluation.

4. THE INTERNAL EVALUATOR
4.1 Qualification
4.1.1 He is a CEAT fulltime and part time faculty members of De La
Salle University Dasmarias.
4.1.2 He must be at least a Masters degree holder or enrolled in a
Masters program with credited units at the time of his
appointment as Internal Evaluator.

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4.1.3 He must have finished the Research Methods subject in his
graduate studies at the time of his appointment.
4.1.4 He has expertise and competency on the thesis topic of the
students.
4.1.5 He is not the current thesis adviser of the students.
4.1.6 He is not the current overall chair.

4.2 Responsibilities
4.2.1 He shall evaluate the thesis paper based on the criteria
presented under Section 5.
4.2.2 He shall submit the result of his evaluation at least a week
prior to the announcement of Best Undergraduate Thesis of
the Year

5. APPLICATION
Through the initiative of the program coordinator to encourage their Thesis Students to
participate, the individual/group of Thesis Students shall apply and accomplish the
application form of Best Undergraduate Thesis Award of the Program/Department and
submit their journal type research paper to their respective Engineering Program
Coordinator or Architecture Department Chair.

6. EVALUATION AND CRITERIA
The Program Coordinators and Chairperson shall shortlist three (3) thesis studies in their
respective engineering programs and architecture department respectively. The selected
thesis groups shall submit additional 3 copies of journal type research paper for internal
evaluators. Entrees shall be graded based on the following criteria:

(a) Novelty / Originality - 25 %
(b) Impact / Significance of - 30 %
Research Work to Community
(c) Quality of Research Methodology - 30 %
(d) Quality of Written Research Work - 15 %

7. ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARD
The Thesis Students that receive the highest grade based on the above mentioned
criteria will be awarded as Best Undergraduate Thesis of the Year for (SPECIFY
THE PROGRAM OR DEPARTMENT) during the annual CEAT Recognition Day.

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BEST UNDERGRADUATE THESIS AWARD
APPLICATION FORM

I. Department /Program :
___________________________________________________

II. Title of Thesis :
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

III. Name of Students :
1. _________________________________
2. _________________________________
3. _________________________________

IV. Name of Thesis Adviser : __________________________

V. Time of Completion (Semester / School Year): __________

VI. Questions :

1. State the significant results of your research study.
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
2. How will your study benefit the community and our country?
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
3. What makes your thesis study outstanding?
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

4. Attach your journal type research paper.

Endorsed by :

_________________________
(signature over printed name)
Thesis Adviser, <Name of Thesis Adviser>

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Figure 1: Summary of Evaluation Process for the
Selection of Best Undergraduate Thesis

Submission of Application Form by
Qualified CEAT Students
Evaluation and Selection of Three (3)
Qualified Thesis Studies by Engineering
Program Coordinators or Architecture
Department Chair
Evaluation of Three Selected
Internal Evaluators

Computation of Grades by
Undergraduate Research
Committee Overall Chair

Approval of CEAT Associate Dean
and CEAT Dean
Announcement of Result on
Recognition Day

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BEST UNDERGRADUATE THESIS AWARD REVIEW FORM

I. Department /Program : _________________________________________________

II. Title of Thesis :
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

III. Name of Students :
4. ___________________________ 2._______________________________
3. ___________________________

IV. Evaluation :
CRITERIA SCORE

a. Novelty / Originality (The result of thesis study is new and has not recently
published in scientific journals, books, magazines , periodicals , pamphlets,
newspapers , academic publications and like).
(25%)

b. Impact / Significance of Research Work to Community (The thesis topic is
included in the research areas presented in Cavite Development Research
Program De LaSalle University Dasmarinas and University Research Thrust of
De LaSalle University-Dasmarinas).
(30%)

c. Quality of Research Methodology (It refers to the appropriateness of the
procedure and methods used in the study. It also includes the suitability of
tools and equipment).
(30%)

d. Quality of Written Research Work (The thesis presented a clear, grammatical
and logical argument to answer the research question. It follows the prescribed
journal type research paper format).
(15%)

TOTAL

V. Comment:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Evaluated by:
_________________________________________
(signature over printed name)

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UNDERGRADUATE THESIS INTERNAL EVALUATOR

Title of Thesis Study
1Student Surname, Name , 2Student Surname, Name, 3Student Surname, Name and Thesis Adviser Surname , Name

Name of Engineering Program
College of Engineering Architecture and Technology
Dasmarinas, Cavite

Abstract
Prepare your 1-2 pages journal type research
paper using this format. Once your research is shortlisted
by your program coordinator, submit this together with the
application form in 3 multiple copies to the research
committee overall chair. The college is using the APA style
in intext citation and references. Page margins are 1.0 top
and down; 1.5 left and 1.0 right.
The abstract gives the reader an overview of the
study. It includes (a) the background or general
information on the study (b) the main topic (or purpose) of
the study and its scope (c) the methodology used in the study
(d) the most important findings of the study and (e)
statement of conclusion. Limit your abstract to 300 500
words.

Keywords: This section shows at least five words
that identify the field or area of research
conducted. These words must be alphabetically
arranged.

I. Introduction
The introduction gives an overview of the
thesis / practicum or research report, giving the reader
background or basis of the problem to be reported. It
can be divided into six parts, as follows: (1) the setting
or context or frame of reference -This part gives
general statement(s) about a field of research to
provide the reader with a preview of the problem to be
reported. (2) The review of previous research - This
part continues the contextual setting or frame of
reference by including more statements about the
general aspects of the problem already investigated by
other researchers.(3) The gap or missing information -
This part refers to the statement(s) that indicate the
need for the study or the need for more investigation.
(4) The statement of purpose - This part gives very
specific statement(s) pertaining to the objective(s) of
the study. (5) The statement of value This part refers
to statement(s) that give the significance of carrying
out the study and

6) The scope and limitation - This part indicates what
the study covers and what it does not or fails to cover.

II. Methodology
This section describes the procedural steps
used in conducting this major aspect of your study and
the materials or any equipment used at each step. It
includes all mathematical treatment of data as well as
equations or models used. It is useful to readers who
want to know how the methodology of your study may
have influenced your results. The procedure should be
stated in as much detail as possible so that readers who
are interested in replicating or extending your study
could follow the steps as they read your work.
Schematic diagram (properly labeled and numbered)
must accompany the text whenever possible.

III. Results and Discussion
This section presents the data collected from
the study on this major aspect of your research
problem, followed by extensive comments on or
interpretation of the findings of the study.

IV. Conclusion
This section addresses the objective(s)
pertaining to the major aspect of your research
problem.
V. References
Author, A.A., B. B. Author and C. C. Author
(year).Full title of article.Name of the journal,
Volume (number), pages.

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