SECTION IV
3.1. Students shall comply with the all provisions of the Blue Book
ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
SECTION IV
ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
SECTION IV
ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
SECTION I
GENERAL
1. The Training and Doctrine Command Student Regulations
Handbook (TSRH), also known as the “Blue Book”, is a set of rules and
regulations governing the student body of TRADOC, PA. It shall apply to
officers, enlisted personnel, cadets, officer candidates, candidate soldiers
and civilian employees undergoing training at TRADOC, PA, its supervised
schools and other training units.
Directives, Memoranda, Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs) and
other instructions issued by the Command to include schools/units instituted
policies and directives are but supplementary to the Blue Book. However,
the Articles of War, Armed Forces of the Philippines Regulations (AFPR),
Philippine Army Regulations, Circulars, other official publications,
instructions, and directives issued by Higher Headquarters, transcend this
handbook. 1
This handbook shall also serve as a guide for all members of the
faculty including guest instructors to familiarize themselves and be
conversant with its contents.
2. Interpretation – The interpretation of regulations herein is a
function exercised by the Commander, TRADOC, PA through the
School/Unit Commandants /Commanders2. When any doubt arises as to
the meaning and interpretation of a regulation or provision, students shall
seek advice from their respective School Commandant/Unit Commander.
3. Compliance
regulations.
3.2. Students shall thoroughly acquaint themselves with the
provisions of the Blue Book. They shall be held responsible for the
thorough knowledge and undertaking of the regulations provided therein. As
a general guide, within a week after the beginning of each course, every
student shall sign a certification that he/she has read and understood all the
provisions of the Blue Book.
4. Distribution - Copies of the Blue Book shall be distributed to all
students. These copies will be signed for in an acknowledgement receipt of
equipment (ARE) form and turned-in by the students a week before
graduation.3
5. Changes - Changes and additions to these regulations will be
approved by Commander, TRADOC, PA through the Assistant Chief of
Staff for Plans, G5, printed on the new pages, inserted, and entered in a
change sheet provided4. Each change or amendment shall contain the date
the provisions were amended. All personnel who were issued with the Blue
Book shall be held responsible for inserting in their respective Blue Book
the changes and amendments.
6. Matters Not Covered5
In any case not specifically covered by these regulations, the
students must conduct themselves in a manner which good judgment or
official courtesy and customs of the service may dictate. When
circumstances over which a student has no control, making it necessary for
him/her to violate orders or regulations, she/he will report the facts/incident
as soon as possible to any of the following: Head, Non-Academic
Department (NAD), Course Director, Tactical Officer, Officer of the Day or
any member of the Training Directorate. The Commander, TRADOC and
the School Commandants/Unit Commanders have the sanction and
authority on matters not covered by the Blue Book as pertains to AFP laws
and regulations, and higher headquarters policies.
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1, 2
Academic bulletin No. 137 dtd 23 February 2006, subject: Revision to Section I of the
Student Regulation Handbook, Series-99, General Provisions.
3 Formerly, a memorandum receipt is used.
4OG5, TRADOC in the staff of primary concern in the publication of academic bulletins,
updates, amendments and revision of the Blue Book.
5 Academic bulletin No. 137 dtd 23 February 2006, subject: Revision to Section I of the
Student Regulation Handbook, Series-99, General Provisions.
SECTION II
TRAINING AND DOCTRINE COMMAND, PHILIPPINE ARMY
1. History
The Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Philippine Army
traces its beginnings as early as the pre-war years with the establishment
of the Reserve Officers Service School (ROSS) in 1936, stationed at Camp
Henry T Allen, Baguio City and the Infantry School in 1940 at Camp Murphy
(now Camp Aguinaldo). After the Second World War on 03 June 1946,
ROSS was reactivated in Camp Alabang, Rizal and became the first service
school of the Republic. The post war Reserve Officers Service School
resumed classes in February 1947 and before its transfer to Camp
Floridablanca, Pampanga in the same year, it was designated as the
Philippine Ground Force School (PGFS). At the height of the AFP
expansion program to meet the increasing activities of Hukbong
Mapagpalaya ng Bayan (HMB), the PGFS opened NCO classes for training
small unit leaders for the AFP’s conceived Battalion Combat Teams (BCTs).
PGFS was later re-designated as Armed Forces of the Philippines Service
School (AFPSS).
The 50’s
The fifties paved the way to the birth of the school into an education
and training institution.
In 1951, the AFPSS became the Ground Combat School (GCS)
stationed at the General Segundo Area, Fort William Mc Kinley (now Fort
Andres Bonifacio) Rizal. By virtue of GO Nr 4, Headquarters Armed Forces
of the Philippines, the Philippine Army School Center (PASC) was created
on 01 August 1951 with only three schools under it, namely: the Ground
Combat School, the Ordnance School and the Quartermaster School. The
entire staff personnel of the GCS initially formed the nucleus of the PASC
manpower requirements.
Consequently, the following schools were added: The Military
Intelligence Training School (MITS) on 05 October 1951;The Finance
Service School on 11 October 1951; The Adjutant General School and The
Engineer School on 01 June 1952; The School for Reserve Commission on
01 September 1954; and the Army Extension School on 01 February 1955
(The Army Extension Course Department was initially started on 03
September 1952 and was later deactivated in 1955, but integrated again in
1958).
In order to upgrade the tactical instructions being conducted and
base on the idea that learning is faster with the used of demonstration and
practical exercises, the assignment/attachment of following units was
directed in 1954: the 301st Rifle Company (SEP), the 301st Medium Tank
Company (SEP) and the 301st Field Artillery Battery (SEP). For
administrative purposes, these units were organized into a battalion known
as the 301st Composite Battalion.
By 1955, the Ground Combat School was dissolved and gave way
to the activation of the Artillery, Armored and infantry Schools. A year later,
the Signal Branch was deactivated following the transfer of the Signal
School which was previously under the Signal Service Group, GHQ. In
1956, pursuant to presidential directive, then President Ramon Magsaysay
ordered the maximum employment (95%) of troops in the Second Military
Area for anti-dissident operations. In compliance to this order, PASC closed
all its schools except the Signal School and the Army Extension School.
Only a nucleus of officers and men were retained to administer the camp
while the rest were assigned to field combat units. After a short stint in the
Sierra Madre Mountains, the organic personnel gradually trooped back and
by September of the same year, training activities resumed.
On 01 July 1957, Headquarters, Philippine Army was activated and
was separated from GHQ, AFP. On the same date came the deactivation of
the Armed Forces of the Philippines Training Command (AFPTC),
transferring the Philippine Army School Center (PASC) from AFPTC to the
PA. PASC was organized and was made a major unit of the Philippine
Army. In recognition to the expansion of the school and the increasing
importance of its functions, the designation of the school head was then
changed to Superintendent.
The PASC was eventually re-designated as the Philippine Army
School Command, Pursuant to GO Nr 71, HPA dated 18 February 1958.
The organization of the unit was further streamlined for the purpose of
integrating common subjects and controlling supervision and training thus,
all schools were deactivated and PASC was reorganized as follows:
School for Combined Arms— absorbing the armor, artillery,
intelligence and infantry schools.
School for Technical Services – absorbing the engineer,
ordnance, signal, and quartermaster schools.
School for Administration – absorbing the adjutant general, and
finance schools.
The 60’s
The sixties were ushered in with further significant changes in the
development of PASC.
On 16 August 1963, the Command and General Staff School
(CGSS), the Manila Reserve Officers Training Corps (MROTC) and the
Preparatory Military Training (PMT) were assigned to PASC pursuant GO
39 HPA dtd 12 August 1963. All these schools were to be separated from
the Command two years later. The Philippine Army School Command was
re-designated again as the Philippine Army School Center pursuant to Sec
III GO 109, GHQ, AFP dated 16 October 1963
Following the organization of 10 Engineer Construction Battalions in
the Army, the demand for equipment operator and maintenance personnel
initiated the creation of the Engineer Training Center (ETC) in 1968
stationed at Camp Tinio, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. Later, 533rd ECB
from the 51st Bde was consequently attached to the ETC.
The 70’s
The seventies brought forth the acquisition of additional units and
schools for the school center. Major innovations in schooling and systems
development were likewise adopted.
Realizing the need for an advance marksmanship training of
qualified personnel, the Army Marksmanship Training Unit was organized
and assigned on 15 May 1970. The Doctrine Development Division was
created on 01 June 1970 to conduct researches and studies on doctrines
and concepts, tactics and techniques for the Philippine Army. This division
was tasked to come out with training manuals and pamphlets which were
subjected to frequent changes as the situation demands.
By 1972, the Headquarters Company was expanded into a
Headquarters Support Group. Likewise, the Army-Wide Support Schools
was established on 01 December 1973 with the mission of bringing formal
military schooling to all major PA installations.
By 1973, the Ordnance and Chemical, and the Communication and
Electronics Departments were organized to be Ordnance and Chemical
Institute, and Communications and Electronic Institute. The School for
Technical Services was re-designated as School for Administration and
Logistics. The separation of the two technical service units into separate
entities was brought about by the actual and anticipated work load and
activities in those areas with equipment acquisition and self-reliance
development program.
By 1974, PASC acquired two more new units; the School for
Reserve Commission (Non-Commissioned Officer Candidate School) and
the Scout Ranger Training Unit.
An exhaustive assessment of the training program brought into
focuses certain deficiencies and shortcomings, mostly brought about by
inadequate systems development over the whole range of Army training.
The situation called for a total approach to military education and training
development. As a result, new training concepts and programs were
developed on systems approach. Officer and EP courses were
restructured with emphasis on prerequisites and graduated level of course;
course contents and duration were realistically tailored.
All these called for a restructuring of the school organization to cope
up with expanded tasks and new directions. Thus, on 01 June 1976,
pursuant to GO Nr 507, the Philippine Army Training Command was
created with Philippine Army School Center as its nucleus.
With the organization, the following major units comprised the
command:
The Hqs and Hqs Support Group (HHSG); The Service Schools
Center (SSC) organized into School for Combat Arms (SCA), Ordnance and
Chemical Institute, Comm-el Institute, School for Administration and
Logistics and the Engineer School; The Combat Development Center
(CODEC); The Army Wide Support Training Center (AWSTRAC); Special
Operations Training Center (SPECTER); and the Manpower Skills
Training Center (MASTRAC).
Eventually, the MASTRAC was deactivated and its functions was
absorbed by AWSTRAC and the School for Administration and Logistics,
SSC was deactivated and transferred to the newly activated Management
Institute (MI), SSC.
The 80’s
The eighties significantly changed the form and structure of the
Philippine Army based on the increased in personnel and new roles for
PATC.
The Manpower Development Center (MDC) was activated that
unfilled AWSTRAC. The Army Printing and Training Aid Unit (APTAU) was
activated to replace the Publication Branch of CODEC. MDC was later
deactivated transferring the Non-Residents School to SCA, SSC and the
Civilian Personnel School to the MI, SSC. The Service School Center was
unfilled transferring records, equipment and personnel to MDC. HHSG and
CODEC were re-designated as Hqs and Hqs Service Battalion (HHSB) and
Doctrine Development Center (DODEC). The Career Institute for Non-
Commissioned Officer was organized deactivating the School for Reserve
Commission.
By 1983, the Command moved its headquarters and all its
facilities to Fort Magsaysay, Palayan City to avail of the wider training
grounds that the military reservation offers. That same year, PATC
recognized the need to standardize training, thus reorganizations was
initiated activating the Army Non-Commissioned School (ANS) for the
Career Institute for Non-Commissioned Officer; re-designating SPECTER
as the Special Operations School (SOS) and activating the School for
Tactical Intelligence (STI).
By 1984, the 4ATG and 5ATG were unfilled until all remaining ATGs
(1ATG and 3ATG) were also unfilled. The Civil Military Operations School
was activated to counter-balance insurgent mass base
development in the counter-insurgency campaign of the AFP. Commel
Institute and Ordnance and Chemical Institute were re-designated as
Comm-el School and Ordnance and Chemical School respectively.
The February revolution of 1986 brought in new changes in
almost all aspect of Filipino life. Thus, the AFP became the NAFP and
PATC was changed to TCPA, pursuant to SEC III, GO 150 dtd 11 June
1986. Names of its sub-units were also changed as follows; Hqs and Hqs
Service Battalion (HHSB), Combat Arms School (CAS), Ordnance and
Chemical School (OCS), Communications and Electronics Schools (CES),
Service Support School (SSS), The Engineer School (TES), Training Aid
and Printing Unit (TAPU), Soldiers School (SS), Tactical Intelligence School
(TIS), Special Operations School (SOS), and the Civil Military Operations
School (CMOS).
In the same year marked the assignment of Station Hospital, Fort
Magsaysay and the 3rd Filed Artillery Battalion to TCPA. However, on 01
September 1987, the Special Operations School was deactivated so that
the First Scout Ranger Regiment (FSRR) and the Special Forces Group
Airborne (SFG [A]} took over the training of the scout rangers and Special
Forces courses respectively.
By 1988, eight units (SRTC, SFS, 3LAD, AERO SCOUT DET, 1
SIGNAL DET (PROV’L), CT31, 3FSU and 3FAU in Fort Magsaysay
became OPCON to TCPA.
However, pursuant to GO Nr 543, HPA dtd 12 December 1988,
TCPA was directed to move from its present headquarters at Fort
Magsaysay, Palayan City to occupy its former location in Fort Bonifacio,
Metro Manila effective 01 January 1989. With the transfer, the following
schools were separated from the Command and became part of the Service
Extension Schools (SES):
The Intelligence School - 16 November 1988
The Engineer School - 01 January 1988
Comm-el School - 01 January 1988
Civil Military Opns School - 01 January 1988
Armor Branch, CAS - 01 January 1988
 One school, the newly created Officer Preparatory and Soldier
School (OPSS) deactivating the Soldier School, was left behind at Fort
Magsaysay, Palayan City to cater to the training of newly CAD officers and
the training of NCOs for troops based in Luzon. Subsequently, the Army
Wide Support Training Center (AWSTRAC) was activated to include the
3ATG and the 4ATG. The Student Administration Center (SAC) was also
activated in 1989.
The 90’s
The nineties saw the continuing processes of changes and
modifications injected into the training policies and directives to fully
establish a regimented training system and realign the Command’s
mission with that of the AFP’s education and training philosophy.
By 1990, pursuant to GO 398 HPA dtd 20 July 1990, the following
units were reassigned back to TCPA effective 01 August 1990
School Present Unit New Unit
The Engineer School Engr Bde, PA TCPA
Armor School LABde, PA TCPA
Comm-el School SG, PA TCPA
By 1992, the speech laboratory of the Command was renovated for
the newly acquired state of the art equipment. On that same year, the
modern computer simulated Marksmanship Expert Trainer (MET) device
was installed to further hone the marksmanship skills of each soldier prior to
actual firing.
Together with these technological equipment came new concepts
and methodologies of instructions, foremost of which is the Small Group
instruction (SGI) concept which was first implemented by the Combat Arms
School thus enabled the school to deliver to the students the necessary
skills and knowledge to think logically and decide soundly during critical
situations.
By 1993, the Research and Development Department of the
Ordnance and Chemical School was revitalized with the construction of the
new machine shop to further enhance the development of Ordnance
materiel and pioneer the Philippine Army’s Research and Development.
By 1994, the Battle Simulation Center of the Command under CAS
was established at Tiano Hall and a new school was created- the Command
and General Staff School (CGSS).
In 1995, the reorganization of the PA started to fulfill the concept of
a modern, lean and mean Army for the 21st Century, thus, TCPA was re-
designated as the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), PA
effective 01 March 1995 pursuant to GO 231 HPA dated 16 March 1995.
The same year also marks introduction of the in-country training courses in
cooperation with the Australian Government and the Australian Army.
By 01 February 1996, TRADOC, PA has four major units under it
namely: the Hqs and Hqs Service Battalion (HHSBn), the Training Center
(TC), the Doctrine Center (DC) and the upgrading of the CGSS to be
Command and General Staff College (CGSC).
On 15 January 1998, the dissolution of the Armed Forces of the
Philippines Training Command (AFPTC) stationed at Camp Capinpin,
Tanay, Rizal paved the way for the creation and activation of two schools of
TRADOC – the Candidate Officers and Soldiers School (COSS) and the
Non-Commissioned Officer School (NCOS) the forerunner of the former
AFPTC’s Officer Candidate School (OCS), and AFP Non-Commissioned
Officer Academy (AFP NCOA), respectively. The functions and
responsibilities of Officer Preparatory and Soldier School (OPSS) which
was deactivated are now being carried- out by COSS primarily tasked with
the training of officers candidates and newly Called to Active Duty officers.
On 01 April 1999, the 5th ATG was reassigned to TRADOC, PA
pursuant to GO 402 HPA effective 22 March 1999. The unit, however, was
subsequently placed under the operational control of 5ID, PA.
In the late 1990’s, significant changes and reorganization took place
pursuant to GO Nr 55 HTRADOC, PA dtd 01 May 1999, the Training Center
(TC), the Command Registrar and the Student Administrative Department
(Provisional), HHSB were deactivated. Subsequently, Training Support Unit
(Provisional) was activated catering to non-academic requirements of the
training.
Pursuant to GO No. 06 dtd 19 May 2004, CGSC was deactivated and
the Command & Staff School (C&SS) was activated effective 16 May 2004.
 On 15 December 2006, TRADOC moved from Fort Magsaysay, 01 NOV 68 - 02 JUL 69 COL JOSE S CASTILLO
Palayan City to its permanent site at Camp O’Donnell, Sta. Lucia, Capas,
03 JUL 69 - 23 MAR 70 COL PABLO C FRANCISCO
Tarlac. On 07 January 2007, the permanent change of station of TRADOC
was effected. From its new location and permanent site, TRADOC will 24 MAR 70 - 28 AUG 71 COL LUIS R RIVERA
continue on to pursue its mandated mission – “To train personnel and 17 SEP 71 - 28 SEP 78 COL DELFIN S MENDOZA
develop doctrines in order to professionalize the soldiers and provide sound
29 SEP 78 - 01 APR 82 COL BENJAMIN N SANTOS
doctrines for the Philippine Army”.
16 MAY 82- - 24 JUL 84 BGEN RODOLFO A CANIESO
1.1. Lineage of Commanders 25 JUL 84 - 01 APR 86 BGEN SERVANDO V LARA
01 APR 86 - 28 AUG 87 COL ANTONIO M YAMSON
06 AUG 51 - 16 SEP 51 LTC JOAQUIN CELIS JR
22 SEP 87 - 06 MAR 88 BGEN RENATO V PALMA
17 SEP 51 - 12 NOV 51 LTC JACINTO T GAVINO
16 MAR 88 - 06 DEC 89 BGEN FRANCISCO T JUCUTAN JR
13 NOV 51 - 11 SEP 54 LTC TEOFILO B ALMEDAS
16 DEC 89 - 20 MAR 90 BGEN ROMULO F YAP
12 SEP 54 - 11 AUG 55 COL DIONISIO OJEDA
21 MAR 90 06 JAN 91 BGEN ROGELIO F VILLANUEVA
12 AUG 55 - 16 DEC56 COL DOMINADOR F GARCIA
07 JAN 91 08 FEB 94 BGEN ANGELINO P MEDINA
17 DEC 56 - 26 FEB 57 COL SALVADOR ABCEDE
09 FEB 94 31 AUG 96 BGEN EMILIO B DE LEON
27 FEB 57 - 04 APR 57 LTC GAMALIEL MANIKAN
01 SEP 96 25 FEB 00 BGEN ROBERTO P SANTIAGO
05 APR 57 - 17 JUN 58 COL CONRADO B RIGOR
26 FEB 00 02 SEP 02 BGEN ORLANDO A AMBROSIO
18 JUN 58 - 16 AUG 58 LTC EDUARDO P SOLIMAN
03 SEP 02 25 JUL 03 BGEN ANTONIO I SEVILLE
17 AUG 58 - 04 NOV 58 COL JORGE A SANCHEZ
26 JUL 03 23 OCT 04 MGEN ALPHONSUS CRUCERO
05 NOV 58 - 02 JAN 59 LTC SEGUNDO P VELASCO
24 OCT 04 06 NOV 05 MGEN CARDOZO M LUNA
03 JAN 59 - 01 JUN 59 COL JUAN ARROYO
07 NOV 05 09 MAY 06 MGEN RODOLFO S OBANIANA
02 JUN 59 - 11 JUN 60 COL PEDRO S HERNANDO
10 MAY 06 09 JAN 07 MGEN JUANITO P CABAYAO JR
12 JUN 60 - 13 SEP 62 COL JORGE A SANCHEZ
10 JAN 07 14 APR 08 MGEN BERNARD Z DE LUNA
14 SEP 62 - 30 SEP 62 COL FIDEL T LLAMAS
14 APR 08 25 Feb 09 MGEN CARLOS B HOLGANZA
01 OCT 62 - 15 AUG 63 COL ARISTEO T FERRAREN
26 FEB 09 TO DATE BGEN ANTHONY J ALCANTARA
16 AUG 63 - 07 JUN 64 COL FELIX S MANIEGO
08 JUN 64 - 31 MAY 65 BGEN ARISTEO T FERRAREN 2. PRESENT ORGANIZATION OF THE TRAINING AND
DOCTRINE COMMAND
01 JUN 65 - 08 JAN 66 COL SALVADOR T PICCIO
09 JAN 66 - 31 JAN 66 COL FELIPE A GAHOL
01 FEB 66 - 15 JUN 66 COL REYNALDO R BOCALBOS
16 JUN 66 - 03 MAR 67 COL GREGORIO M YAMBAO
04 MAR 67 - 19 SEP 67 COL CESAR L RODRIGUEZ
20 SEP 67 - 31 OCT 68 COL SEVERO D SALES

3. MAJOR UNITS
3.1. Headquarters and Headquarters Service Battalion
(HHSBn) – provides manpower and supervision to all service
support related activities of the Command.
3.2. Doctrine Center (DC) - serves as the center for Doctrine
Development of the PA.
3.3. Training Development Center (TDC) - serves as the
center for faculty development, POI and curriculum development
and TMP production / revision; It is the Command’s depository of
reference materials and center for research and evaluation activities
of TRADOC.
3.4. Marksmanship Training Unit (MTU) – facilitate
marksmanship training requirements of TRADOC and other PA
units. It also conducts marksmanship training to PA shooting team.
4. SCHOOLS
4.1. Command & Staff School – Premier institution for senior
military education of the Philippine Army, and center for doctrine
development on Army Operations.
4.2. CAS – conducts career courses for officers and enlisted
personnel with occupational specialty in Infantry, Artillery, and
Cavalry. It also conducts the Military Phase of Technical Service
Courses.
4.3. CSS – conducts career and specialization courses for
officers and enlisted personnel with occupational specialty in
Engineer and Signal.
4.4. CSSS - conducts career and specialization courses for
officers and enlisted personnel with occupational specialty in
Quartermaster, Ordnance, Adjutant General Service, and
Finance Service. Civilian employee career courses are also
conducted by the school as well as Inspector General Service
courses.
4.5. OCS – conducts pre-entry courses for officer candidates
through the Officers Candidate Course (OCC) and Officers
Preparatory Course (OPC).
4.6. NCOA – conducts NCO leadership courses such as
Army Non-Commission Officers Course (ANCOC), Squad Leader
Course, Platoon Sergeant Course and First Sergeant Course. It also
conducts pre-entry courses for Candidate Soldier (CS).
4.7. ATGs – conducts career courses for enlisted personnel
outside TRADOC. However, 3ATG and 4ATG also conducts career
courses for officers if directed by higher headquarters.
5. NON-ORGANIC TRAINING SCHOOLS/UNITS
5.1. Service Extension Schools (SES) - conduct specialized
courses / training and career courses under the supervision of
TRADOC.
Civil Military Operation School (CMOS)
 The Intelligence School (TIS) 6.5. Other Facilities – other services inside the TRADOC
Scout Ranger Training School (SRTS) compound are the barbershop, Schools’ Cooperative Stores,
Special Forces School (SFS) parking areas, computer laboratory (OG6), and the AFP
The Armor School (TAS) Commissary and Exchange Services (AFPCES). Outside post, there
are grocery stores, internet shops, eateries, tailoring, barber shops,
5.2. Training Units – conduct collective and individual training office supply stores and vulcanizing shops.
based on the needs of the tactical divisions.
6.6. For religious services, a Catholic Church is located inside
1DTU f) 6DTU the LAD area while Protestant Chapels and Iglesia Ni Cristo
2DTU g) 7DTU Churches are located just outside camp. OCS mess hall also
3DTU h) 8DTU has a scheduled mass every Sunday at 0700h.
4DTU i) 9DTU
5DTU j) 10DTU
7. THE TRAINING STAFF
6. COMMAND FACILITIES
7.1. The School Commandant/ATG Group Commander/Head of
6.1. Library – currently the TRADOC library is located at the C & the School shall be responsible for the planning, design,
SS compound at Fort Bonifacio, MM and maintained by DC. TDC is preparation, conduct and evaluation of training of his respective
tasked to maintain the main library at Camp O’Donnell which is still school in coordination with concerned offices/units. He shall see to it
yet to be relocated in the new TRADOC Admin Building. However, that the standards of training set by the authorities are met. He shall
each school maintains a mini-library where the students and organic ensure the optimization of all resources for the attainment of this
personnel of TRADOC can avail of reference books and materials. objective.

6.2. Recreational Facilities – the Command has available
recreational facilities such as mini-gym, volleyball court, tennis court
and basketball court at OCS area; students can also avail of other
sports facilities at Light Armor Division (LAD) area with proper
coordination. The TRADOC Lagoon at vicinity BOQ area also serves
as multi-function facilities.
6.3. Medical and Dental Services – medical and dental
services are available at LAD and a medical clinic is available at
HHSvc Bn area. Consultation and treatment of students are done
after class hours except in emergency cases.
6.4. Transportation – organic vehicles are available upon
request of the schools/offices/units for training and other
administrative activities. A transportation request shall be
prepared and submitted not later than three days before the
schedule activity. Emergency dispatches during non-office hours are
subject to approval of CDO.
A Training Committee is assigned through the school
department as the training staff of the school to facilitate training in
every course. It is composed of the Course Director, Tactical Officer,
Course Non-Commissioned Officer and the Course Tactical Non-
Commissioned Officer.
7.2. The Course Director – The Course Director shall
implement (assists the Commandant) the approved training
program. He shall undertake the following tasks:
7.2.1. Plan out and supervise the academic and non-
academic portions of the training and formulate the Weekly Training
Schedule.
7.2.2. Check the welfare of the students and
recommend to the Commandant, courses of action to address the
administrative problems of the students.
7.2.3. Act as the class adviser.

7.3. The Course Non-Commissioned Officer – the Course NCO
shall assist the Course Director in the supervision of the training. He
shall see to it that all administrative requirements (i.e, informing
students and instructors of schedules, follow-up other training
requirements, etc.) are attended to.
7.4. The Course Tactical Officer (CTO) – The CTO shall assist
the Course Director in the supervision of the non-academic portion
of the training. He shall undertake the following tasks:
7.4.1. Supervise the handling of the delinquency reports
and award the corresponding demerits on Class IV (Light)
delinquencies.
7.4.2. Inspect, on daily basis, the cleanliness of the
students’ barracks and the appearance of the students.
7.4.3. Supervise the Physical Fitness Training of the
students and schedule (in coordination with NAD) the Physical
Fitness Test upon approval of the Course Director.
7.4.4. Supervise the aptitude rating of the students.
7.5. The Course Tactical Non-Commissioned Officer (Tac-NCO)
– The Tac–NCO shall assist the CTO in the performance of his
duties. He shall undertake the following tasks:
7.5.1. Consolidate all delinquency reports every 1630H of
each training day and distribute the duplicates to concerned
students for explanation.
7.5.2. Collect all explained reports every 0730H of each
training day and distribute to the concerned students the awarded
delinquency reports.
7.5.3. Update the students on their schedules for Physical
Fitness Test and Aptitude Rating.
7.5.4. Acts as Assistant Course NCO.
7.6. The TRADOC Review Board – a body tasked to review
and recommend final action on cases of students involving
Academic Deficiencies, Grave Misconduct and Honor Violations
emanating from the appeal of the concerned student/s.
7.7. The School Academic Board – deliberate all cases involving
academic deficiencies and failures of student/s and recommend to
the Commander, TRADOC, PA through the School Commandant,
courses of action regarding each case.
7.8 The School Conduct and Honor Board – deliberate /
investigate cases on Grave Offenses (Class 1) of student/s and
recommend to the Commander, TRADOC, PA disciplinary actions /
punishment against the offender.
7.9. Non-Academic Department - plans, implements, organizes
and supervises the physical fitness training program (in coordination
with CSSO) and develops conduct and attitudes of the students.
Undertakes and supervise other non-academic activities of students.
SECTION III
STUDENT ADMINISTRATION
1. General – Schools conducting the courses are primarily responsible
for the administration and supervision of all students undergoing schooling
at TRADOC, ATGs, and other TRADOC’s supervised schools / training
units.
2. In-Processing
2.1. Personnel recommended to go on schooling will report to
concerned schools1 for registration and processing and are required to do
the following:
2.1.1. Register in the student candidate registry book NLT one
week prior to the opening of the course and fill-up the registration forms
(RF) and information sheets.
 2.1.2. Secure a list of training requirements needed for
schooling.
2.1.3. Take an entrance examination on scheduled dates, if
required.
2.1.4. Submit / bring the following course requirements:
2.1.4.1. HPA orders covering their schooling upon
reporting to the school. In case of prospective students recommended by
their respective COs or Commanders, they shall be provisionally admitted /
registered pending issuance of appropriate orders.
2.1.4.2. Neuro-Psychiatric (NP) Clearance from
authorized military hospitals, if required.
2.1.4.3. P-3 Classification Orders or Medical
Certificate for those concerned. For female students, include in the
certification that she is not pregnant.
2.1.4.4. Security clearance from authorized G2s, if
required.
2.1.4.5. One 1x1 picture for ID card and one 2x2
picture for the Student Record File (SRF).
2.1.4.6. Monthly subsistence allowance.
2.1.4.7. Summary of Information (SOI).
2.2. Student candidates reporting after the formal opening of the
course will no longer be admitted unless otherwise the delay is justified, not
due to neglect and not beyond the maximum allowable absences of the
course.
2.3. All student candidates, once admitted to the respective courses
shall be issued TRADOC orders placing them on DS to the School 2
conducting the course and shall be officially classified as students. Said
Schools will include them in the Morning Report.
3. Billeting
3.1. The school conducting the course in coordination with HHSvc
Battalion3 shall be responsible for the accommodation and billeting needs of
students undergoing training at Camp O’Donnell.
3.2. For schools outside TRADOC, they shall be responsible for the
accommodation and billeting needs of their students in coordination with
concerned units.
4. Messing. – The concerned school in coordination with HHSvc Bn
(or other units if outside Camp O’Donnell) shall be responsible for the
messing requirements of their students4
5. Finance Services
5.1. Pay and Allowances. Students may opt5 to submit their
Statement of Last Payment (for Subsistence Allowances) to avail of the
services of the TRADOC’s Disbursing Officer (DO) or of School’s DO
outside TRADOC as the case may be.
5.2. Travel Allowance. Land and water transportation are
authorized from the home station of the students to the Service Schools
they are attending and vice versa (SOP Nr 4 HPA dtd 16 September 1992,
Subj: Amendment of para 5, HPA SOP Nr 5 dtd 11 April 1989, Subj: Travel
of Students).
6. Other Services.
6.1. Postal Services. Respective schools shall be primarily
responsible for the collection, mailing and disposition of student’s letters,
packages or any other mail matters.
6.2. Communications. Students may avail of the existing
communication facilities within the school compound or its vicinity except on
areas declared OFF-LIMITS.
6.3. Transportation. Students may avail of the organic vehicles
upon request through their respective Schools.
6.4. Sports/Physical Training. Existing sports, physical training
and development facilities may be avail of by students in coordination with
the Command Special Service Office (CSSO) or Non-Academic Department
of respective schools.6

7. Privileges/Sick Calls.
7.1. Informal Leaves. Informal leave/pass may be applied by
students during weekends, authorized holidays, mission, or during
emergency cases. The Course Director will recommend and noted by Head
Non-Academic Department, and for approval/disapproval by the School
Commandant.7
7.2. Leaves exceeding 72 hours will be subjected to approval of
Commander, TRADOC. Application should be in formal letter request
address to Commander, TRADOC through proper channel.
7.3. Research given by Course Director in accordance with the
POI shall be covered by letter orders issued by Headquarters, TRADOC or
by the school concerned outside Camp O’Donnell.
7.4. Sick calls, medical consultation, hospitalization may be
authorized upon approval of the School Commandants, ATG Commanders
or Unit Commanders of schools under the supervision of TRADOC.
7.5. During Red / Blue Alert or other similar cases, granting of
informal leaves / passes shall be in accordance with the guidance of higher
headquarters.
7.6. A student who is deficient in any course of instruction or in
the physical fitness test (PFT) is not authorized to go on leaves and
privileges, unless permitted by the School Commandant and upon the
recommendation of the Course Director or Head, Non-Academic
Department (NAD). 8
7.7. A Student who has outstanding demerits and punishments
will not be granted leaves and privileges without the express approval of the
School Commandant and upon recommendation of the Course Director or
Head, NAD.9
7.8. A student with pending case or under investigation for
violation of school regulations is not authorized to avail of passes or leaves
until the resolution of his/her case.
8. Deferred / Recycled from Schooling – Students with no failing
grade may be considered as deferred from their schooling based on, but not
limited to the following:
8.1. Accident. A fortuitous event which cannot be foreseen or if
foreseen is inevitable.
8.2. Circumstances sanctioned by higher headquarters.
8.3. Female student getting pregnant during the course of the
training. 11
8.4. A student while in the course of the training diagnosed by a
physician of a military hospital to be mentally ill or incurred physical
disability which unfits him / her to continue on with the course.12
9. Out-Processing – Out processing of student shall be the
responsibility of the school that conducted the course; likewise, the
students are required to do the following:
9.1. Settle all property and financial accounts NLT a week before
the scheduled graduation. Failure of which shall be a ground for non-giving
of clearance.13
9.2. Secure the required clearance duly signed by the official
designated signatories.
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1
Previously, the students were required to report to the defunct Training Support Unit (TSU).
2 Previously, students are DS to the defunct TSU (P).
3 The School conducting the course shall now be responsible for the billeting of the students
in lieu of the defunct TSU (P).
4 Formerly, TSU (P) in coordination with HHSvc Bn organized a centralized messing for
the students.
5 Previously, the students are “required” to submit SLP.
6Formerly STAD now Non-Academic Department (NAD) is the office responsible for the
physical development of students of the schools.
7 Formerly, the Course director will recommend and noted by School Commandants and
Head, STAD, and for approval of CO, TSU.
8,9
Only students without impediment can be allowed to apply for privileges and leaves. This
is a reward for their effort in studying and passing the subjects.
10 An added provision to emphasize mandatory leaves applicable to all students.
11 Addendum / Correction with reference to Academic Bulletin No. 130 dtd 06 June 2000.
12Addendum / Correction to Bluebook with reference to Academic Bulletin No. 131 dtd 05
July 2000.
13Failure to settle accounts was formerly ground for deferment of graduation. The student
can still graduate with unsettled accounts; however, no clearance shall be given to the
student until settlement of the same.
SECTION IV
ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
1. General - This section prescribes the policies, procedures, and
standards on the conduct of the academic portion of training of students
undergoing schooling at TRADOC, its supervised Service Extension
Schools and other Training Units.1
2. Definition of Terms
2.1. Course – A curriculum or set of training, in an area of
specialization whereby the completion of which will qualify a student to a
certain grade or position related to his training. A course may or may not
have the Common Module Phase and AFPOS / MOS phase subdivision.
2.2. Common Module Phase – A part of a course whereby the
modular instruction (or modules) and the student evaluation system are
common to two or more particular occupational specialty courses.
2.3. AFPOS / MOS Phase – A part of a course whereby the
modular instructions (or modules) and the student evaluation system are
unique to a particular occupational specialty course.
2.4. Event – Can be either a subject or activity, or both, that
deals on theoretical presentation and discussion, or practical application of
theories of a specific subject matter or topic.
2.5. Modular Instruction (or Module) – a block of instruction
composed of two or more related events.
2.6. Subject – An event that deals with theoretical presentation
and discussion of specific subject matter or topic.
2.7. Activity – An event that deals with the practical application
of theories, concepts or doctrines of specific subject matter or topic. All
practical exercises (PE) are classified as activities.
2.8. Critical Event – a specific subject/activity where a student
must obtain a minimum rating of 70%. It requires the necessary knowledge,
skills and attitude from the student to achieve the course objective.
2.9. Critical Module – a modular instruction where a student
must obtain a minimum rating of 70%. It requires the necessary
knowledge, skills and attitude from the student to achieve the course
objective.
2.10. Academically Proficient Student – One whose academic
average is 70% or above and has passed all the critical modules and critical
events; and, has satisfactorily completed all other modules not identified a
critical.
2.11. Academically Deficient Student – One who has a general
average of less than 70 %; had failed in the retest/retake of any critical
event; failed in the remedial examination of a critical module, or; have an
average below 70% rating in modules not identified as critical. Passing the
remedial examination and retest/retake removes the academically deficient
status of student 2.
2.12. Probationary Status – One that has taken the remedial
examination twice3 in a critical module and failed, and/or one that failed a
retest/retake on a critical event. However, his/her general average is still
70% or above and was given another chance by the academic board to
recover.
 2.13. Reference Materials – Set of books, pamphlets, manuals
and periodicals such as thesis and researches, electronic materials,
internet, and other authorized publications4. It is used to form part of the
staff study, battle review analysis, case analysis studies and other reports. It
should not include works of classmates and previous student’s work on
similar exercise such as Graded Practical Exercise (GPEs) and Written
Examinations (WEs), staff studies, battle review analysis, case analysis
studies, and other reports. It can be read but not copied as this will
constitute violation of the Honor Code.
2.14. Academic Requirements – The student must be able to
satisfy the requirements on WEs, GPEs, Staff Studies, Training Exercise
and other Research Works.
3.5. Students are required to pass all critical events with an
average of at least 70%.
3.6. Student must obtain an average grade of not lower than 50
percent for modules not identified as critical, provided his / her general
average is 70% and above; otherwise, a student will be considered failure
in the course.
3.7. Student undergoing career course must have a general
average of 70% or above in the academic portion of the Common Module
Phase (CMP) before proceeding to the AFPOS Phase; otherwise, a student
will be considered as academically deficient.

2.15 Retake / Retest - An examination given to student who fails in 4. Student Evaluation
a critical event (below 70%).5
4.1. General – Depending on the training objective of a course or
2.16 Remedial Examination - An examination given to a student any specific training activity, the evaluation shall:
who obtains an average below 70% in a critical module, which covers all
events of that particular module. 6 4.1.1. Test the student’s comprehension and
understanding of the subject matter.
3. Academic Standards
4.1.2. Test the student’s ability to apply theories,
3.1. Students are required to submit and complete / pass all principles, concepts, and doctrines in problem solving or practical
academic requirements7 of the course to qualify for graduation. Failure to application exercises.
comply with all the academic requirements of the course will be a ground for
course failure or graduation deferment. 4.1.3. Determine the student’s degree of participation in a
class or group activity, attitude, and the ability to internalize the different
3.2. A student who is academically proficient will be concepts, principles, or doctrines and apply it in a problem-solving scenario
recommended for graduation, provided, that he also satisfies all the non- or during practical exercises.
academic requirements of the course.
4.2. Categories of Student Evaluations
3.3. A student, who is academically deficient during, or at the
end of the course will be referred to the School Academic Board to 4.2.1. There are three general categories of student’s
determine whether he/she will be allowed to continue on with the course; evaluation namely; Written Examinations (WE), Graded Practical Exercises
considered for graduation; deferred for graduation, or; be declared as (GPE), and instructor’s evaluation.
failure in the course. The Academic Board will submit their
recommendation to the School Commandant for proper disposition. 4.2.2. TRADOC recognizes that every course differs in their
objectives and training emphasis; hence, it will not impose any specific
3.4. Students are required to pass every critical module with an emphasis on the type of student evaluations and examinations. The
average of at least 70%. Schools and Training Units should be able to address this in their respective
training memorandum (Implan) for every course.
4.2.3. All written examinations and graded practical
exercises should be properly evaluated by respective concerned
departments.
4.2.4. Instructor Evaluation
4.2.4.1. In cases where the POI requires the
instructor to evaluate the students, especially in a Seminar Group
Instructions (SGI), the criteria for evaluation should be determined by the
Department / Office directly supervising the course to ensure uniformity of
application and relevance.
4.2.4.2. The student may be awarded academic points
by the instructor as a result of student’s presentation, written products,
quizzes, class participation, and class leadership.
5. Examinations
5.1. Written Examination (WE)
5.1.1. General. WE may either be stand alone or be given in
combination with GPE in a particular event.
5.1.2. Classifications. There are four classifications of
written examinations namely; topic written examination (for every subject
or topic), retest (for failed critical event), remedial examination (for failed
critical module), and comprehensive examination (for all modules and
events).
5.1.3. Objective. All written examinations must be
designed to test the student’s comprehension and understanding of the
subject matter for evaluation.
5.1.4. Types. There are three general types of Written
Examinations, namely; objective, problem solving and essay test.
5.1.4.1. Objective Test.
Single Response
Multiple Response
True or False
Matching Type
5.1.4.2. Problem-Solving Test. This test
possesses a realistic problem for the student and let him / her find his own
solution. It measures at least the following abilities: to classify data, to
interpret data accurately, to identify relationship, to apply scientific principles
and laws of logic to new situations, and to test conclusions. The problem
situation test is an attempt to bring the students face-to-face with reality.
5.1.4.3. Essay Test. This tests the students to think
reflectively or creatively; to organize knowledge in the solution of a problem;
and/or to express their solutions in writing. This test includes area
comparison, decision, cause and effect relationship, explanation, summary,
and / or illustration.
5.1.5. Conduct of Written Examination (WE). It will be
announced at least 24 hours prior to the conduct of said examination.
Written examinations will not be given prior to or during the lecture or
discussion of a particular subject matter for evaluation nor can it be
conducted unannounced except when it is categorized as a quiz.
Close/open notes/books should be announced clearly.
5.1.6. Quiz. Any number of quizzes may be given
anytime within or after the instruction period to test the preparation and
attentiveness of the students before, during and after classroom
instruction. A quiz should not exceed 20 percent of the total points
allocation for that event and it may be announced or unannounced.
5.1.7. Rating Standard. All written examinations should be
rated by points wherein each correct answer should not have an allocation
exceeding 0.5 point each (less the points allocated for GPE, if there is
any) except for essay and problem solving types of examinations which will
be determined by the Course Director or instructor.
5.1.8. Points Allocation. Points allocation ratio between
WE and GPE should be incorporated in the POI (or IMPLAN) for every
courses. Points allocation ratio between WE and GPE should be in
accordance with the prescribed objective of the course as each course
have different objectives and training system. (Example: A technical course
requires more GPE points allocation than WE while an
administrative course requires more WE points allocation than GPE).
5.2. Graded Practical Exercise (GPE)
5.2.1. General. GPE may either stand alone or be given in
combination with written examination in particular event as allocated in the
POI.
5.2.2. Objective. The objective of GPE is to test the
student’s ability to apply theories, principles, concepts and doctrines in any
of the five categories of GPE.
5.2.3. Categories. There are five categories of Graded
Practical Exercises namely; problem solving situation test, training
exercise, research work, report writing, and oral presentation. Each
category may stand alone or be combined with one practical exercise
depending on the design of the event or course.
5.2.3.1. Training Exercises (Indoor and
Outdoor). Test the student’s ability to apply his / her acquired knowledge
and skill for the job performance. The students will participate in either
indoor exercises like Map Exercise (MAPEX), Command Post Exercise
(CPX), or outdoor exercises like equipment and personnel readiness drill,
Battle Drills, Tactical Exercise Without Troops (TEWT), and Field Training
Exercise (FTX).
5.2.3.2. Research Work. The research work offers
the school faculty to rate the student’s ability to conduct analytical work like
Staff Study, Battle Review Analysis, Staff Estimates, Case Analysis / Study,
Doctrine Development, and the likes.
5.2.3.3. Report Writing (Written Exercise). Test the
student’s performance in effective writing. The students will participate in
communication and report writing, compositions, briefings, conferences,
and the likes.
5.2.3.4. Oral Presentation (Oral exercise). Test the
student’s performance in effective speaking. The students will participate in
public speaking and debates, recitations, compositions, briefings,
discussions, conferences, and the likes.
5.2.4. Conduct of GPE. To maximize the instructor and
student interaction which is a very important element in the student’s
learning process and comprehension ability, GPE may be conducted in a
small / seminar group setting (or SGI) with each group supervised by one
instructor or facilitator.
5.2.5. Rating Standard. GPE will be evaluated either by
the concerned instructor, supervisor, a panel created for that purpose or a
combination of the three. Evaluation of GPE should be done with specific
rating criteria approved by the department / office directly supervising the
course to ensure uniformity of rating standard. The criteria for rating should
be properly explained to the student prior to the preparation or conduct of
the GPE.
5.2.6. Points Allocation. Points allocation for a GPE or
point allocation ratio between GPE and WE should be incorporated in the
POI (or IMPLAN) for every courses. Point allocation ratio between GPE and
WE should be in accordance with the prescribed objective of the course in
as much each course have different objectives and training systems
(Example: A technical course requires more GPE point allocation than WE
while an administrative course requires more WE point allocation than
GPE).
5.2.7. Use of Reference Materials. As a general rule, all
GPEs should be conducted with open reference materials appropriate for
the said test unless specified otherwise by the school. The purpose of which
is to simulate actual situation whereby every reference materials will be
scoured in order to come up with the best result. (The best architects in the
world cannot create their masterpieces using their minds alone). Reference
materials should not include the works of their classmates and
previous students’ work or similar exercise, as this will constitute
violation of the Honor Code.
5.3. Administration of Examination
5.3.1. Not more than twelve (12) regular examinations shall
be given in one week. Additional exams may be scheduled with the consent
of the Faculty Board. (Note: The term regular examination used here means
an examination given in one (1) schedule period covering one or more sets
of examination on one subject / module).
5.3.2. Not more than three (3) regularly scheduled
examinations in a single day.
5.3.3. Examination should be given within a week or two
weeks after the classroom instruction of the subject. If the schedule cannot
satisfy the given period, the succeeding week is sufficient to follow the rule.
5.3.4. Students are not allowed to take extra copies of the
test questionnaires.8
5.3.5. Student must write the needed information on every
sheet of examination paper to be used in a written work. 9
5.4. Examination Review
5.4.1. Prior to each examination, the class
leadership/marcher may submit to the Course Director specific areas or
questions requiring clarifications. The Course Director will then schedule the
conduct of a classroom review, specifically addressing those areas
submitted by the class.
5.4.2. Instructors conducting the review will neither re-teach a
block of instructions nor pre-teach the examinations.
5.5. Examination Procedures
5.5.1. The students’ desks must be cleared of all papers
/materials except those prescribed to be used in the examination / graded
practical exercise prior to the distribution of the examination papers.
5.5.2. Separate sheets on which student will write their
answers solutions to test questions will be distributed with the examination
papers. This shall be safeguarded and attached to the answer sheet so as
not to compromise for possible possession of another student. Failure to do
so will constitute a violation of this provision.
5.5.3. After the examination papers are distributed, students
may start only upon signal of the proctor. Before the start of examination,
the proctor shall loudly and clearly announce and write on the board any
administrative instructions, errata or corrections. The student will first fill-up
the appropriate blanks provided for in the examination answer sheets.
5.5.4. Students who finish ahead shall inform the proctor,
submit his/her examination paper and leave the room silently. He/she is not
allowed to get his/her test paper back after submission since it is
tantamount to cheating.
5.5.5. A key answer may be placed outside the room
during the conduct of examination. This will enable students to counter-
check their answers on the examination conducted. However, it must be
observed that students going on personal necessity during examination
should not be allowed to view the key answer as this is tantamount to
cheating.10
5.6. Retest / Retakes
5.6.1. Only those who failed in the event previously
identified as critical will take a retest on WE or retake on GPE.
5.6.2. Failure in a retest / retake of a critical event will
automatically place the student as academically deficient.
5.6.3. No retest / retake will be given to student who failed
in any event (subject / activity) not identified as critical.
5.6.4. In case, the critical event is evaluated both with GPE
and WE, the student will have to take a retest / retake only for the failed
GPE or WE; provided, that his total percentage rating for both GPE and
WE is below 70 percent. If he passes said retest / retake, his total
percentage rating for the whole event should be limited to 70 percent only.
5.6.5. It is the student’s responsibility to attend to all
scheduled retests / retakes. Students who failed to take the scheduled
retest / retake except on authorized absence will be declared academically
deficient.
5.7 Make-up Examinations
5.7.1 Examination missed due to authorized absences
must be made-up. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the School and
the Department / Office directly supervising the course and arrange for a
make-up examination.
5.7.2. Students missing examinations due to unauthorized
absences will receive a score of zero. A retest / retake could only be
allowed if what was missed is a critical event. Missing an examination
usually will lead to referral to the Academic Board.
5.8. Comprehensive Examinations
5.8.1. At the end of the course, the student may be tested
on their comprehension of the whole course through the conduct of the
comprehensive examination.
5.8.2. Comprehensive Examination will neither be
considered as critical event nor critical module; however, the students are
required to get a score not lower than 50 percent otherwise, he will be
considered as academically deficient.
5.8.3. Only the selection type examination will be given
during the comprehensive examination. Questions on comprehensive
examinations shall be constructed in such a way students can choose an
answer from the given choices. 11
5.9. Remedial Examinations
5.9.1. Remedial examination will only be given when the
student failed to get an average rating of 70% in a module identified as
critical.12
5.9.2. Failure in a remedial examination will be a ground for
declaring the student as academically deficient.
5.9.3. Remedial examinations will be allowed for student as
long as he passes all of it. However, only two remedial examinations per
module is allowed. In case the student passed the remedial exam, his
grade will be 70%. 13.
5.9.4. A student on a probationary status will be
immediately declared as failure in academics if he fails in the remedial
examination of another critical module or retest /retake of a critical event.
He / She shall be referred to the School Academic Board.
5.9.5. Questions on remedial examination shall be taken
from the events under that critical module which the student failed. 14
5.10. Conduct of Critique – A critique maybe scheduled
immediately after each examination for the following purposes:
5.10.1. To review pertinent items in the examination
particularly those which most of the students failed to answer / solve
correctly.
5.10.2. To determine possible controversial items in the
examination for resolution by the discussion panel or for presentation to
the Academic Board in the event that the panel fails to come up with a
decision.
5.10.3. To entertain questions from the students about any
aspect of the examination.
5.10.4. To serve as a forum through which the school take
the views of the students on the examination so that the school / students
can evaluate the validity, objectivity, reliability, and comprehensiveness of
the examination.
5.10.5. Publication of answers is a form of critique
provided all students have already taken the examination.
5.11. Reclama
5.11.1. Student can file a reclama based on the type of
examinations given. The marcher will be the one to sign for or in behalf of
the group.
5.11.2. Students may file a reclama based on the “key”
answer and / or “critique” within 24 hours from the time of examination.
Code number may be used. The Academic Board should deliberate on the
reclama, and if necessary, invite the instructor and the student to be
present. If the student needs to supplement his initial reclama with
additional argument, he may submit the same not later than 48 hours from
the date / time of submission of the initial reclama. The Academic Board
should decide on the reclama within 72 hours from the date of its
submission.
5.11.3. If after the publication of the examination result, an
examinee finds an error in his/her grades, he/she may file a reclama within
24 hours. Otherwise, the published result is final.

5.11.4. The reclama shall be addressed to the School
Commandant / Training Unit Commander. All reclama shall be submitted to
the Course Director for subsequent transmittal to the School Secretary for
further disposition.
5.11.5. A student who believes that an error was made in
the grade or mark given to him / her shall inform the course director and will
submit a written request for the correction of same to the Academic
Department. 15
5.11.6. The School Registrar is responsible for the
publication of official grades. Grades published will be considered final after
24 hours when neither reclama has been raised or submitted nor a written
request for correction of grades was submitted to the Academic
Department. 16
5.11.7. Extended Absence - students missing two or more
examinations dates will have their records reviewed by the school to decide
whether or not they should remain in the course.
6. Academic Point Allocation – Each course is allocated
850 academic points out of the total 1,000 points to include PASOC
except for pre-entry courses which have 700 academic points out of total
1,000 points.
7. Classroom Procedures
7.1. Class Formations
7.1.1. All Student Officers and Enlisted Personnel are
required to form from barracks to classrooms for proper accounting, march
to class in an orderly manner, halt in front of their classrooms, and fall out
before entering their classrooms excluding those taking-up PASOC under
C&SS.
7.1.2. In cases of inclement weather, all students shall form
in the hallways right outside their classrooms for proper accounting of their
respective class marchers, and then fall out after the last note of assembly
call.
7.2. Late / Absent from Class Formations
7.2.1 A student who, at the last note of the assembly call
was not able to join of the formation is considered late for class
formation.
7.2.2. A student, who failed to join the formation after the
marcher’s command to fall out prior to entering the classroom, is considered
absent from formation.
7.2.3. A student who fails to join the class before the
command “take seats” has given by the instructor is considered late for
class.
7.2.4. A student who joins the class after 30 minutes of
instruction has been given is considered absent from class.
7.3. Inside Classroom Procedures
7.3.1. Students shall enter the classroom in an orderly
manner and shall remain at attention beside their seats.
7.3.2. The designated marcher will face the instructor,
salute and render his report by stating the course, number of students
present and/or absent. Note: Salute is given to all commissioned officers
and in the case of EP or Civilian Instructors, the marcher is to stand at
attention and render the report.
7.3.3. When reporting the number of students, if everybody
is accounted for, state the number of students absent if more than three;
and state the names of students if the number is less than three. Example,
“Sir, Infantry Officer Basic Course Class 127-07, 20 officers presents, 3
absent, all accounted for” or “Sir, Infantry Officer Basic Course Class 127-
07, 20 officers present, 2LT CRUZ and 2LT REYES absent, all accounted
for”.
7.3.4. When the instructor acknowledges the salute, the
class marcher then leads the class in the Student’s Prayer (as
appropriate). After the prayer, the instructor commands “TAKE SEATS”.
7.3.5. If the instructor is not yet in upon entry of students, the
marcher may give “take seats”. He positions himself in a place where he
can readily see the arrival of the instructor.
 7.3.6. Upon arrival of the instructor, the class marcher
commands “CLASS ATTENTION”, salutes and render his report and leads
the class in the Student’s Prayer, and wait for the instructor’s order to take
seats.
7.3.7. The marcher will notify the Course Director if the
instructor does not show up within 15 minutes of his scheduled instructions.
7.3.8. Students shall not leave the classroom unnecessarily
during periods of instruction. In leaving the classroom (for valid reasons)
while instruction is going on, the student shall raise his hand to call the
attention of the instructor and politely ask permission to leave for a while.
7.3.9. Break between Periods. A ten minute break shall be
given for every hour of instruction. In announcing breaks between classes,
instructors will announce the exact time students will be seated for the next
period of instruction.
7.3.10. The marcher will shout “Class ATTENTION” at the end
of the instruction period and the class remains standing at attention until the
instructor has left the classroom.
7.3.11. After classroom instructions, students will go back to
their barracks in an orderly manner (if there is no more class to follow).
.
7.3.12. Use of cellular phone is strictly prohibited during
classroom instructions, formations, drills and ceremonies, and other
academics and non-academics instructions so as not to disturb the conduct
of activity. All cellular phones should be turned off or put in silent mode
during these activities.17
8. Relations among Students
8.1. Students are encouraged to come up with a class
organization two weeks after the opening of the course to promote the
welfare of the class as a whole. Official functions shall be through the
designated class officers.
8.2. Group study among students after class hours or study
period, particularly for the purpose of assisting deficient classmates, is
encouraged.
8.3. Mentoring and counseling is encouraged to help fellow
student to catch-up with the course instruction and develop camaraderie.18
9. Instructor – Student Relationship
9.1. Instructor-student relationship shall be based on mutual
respect as individual and on their official personality as instructor and
student. This must be observed during the entire duration of the course.
9.2. In the execution of their duties, instructors are the personal
representative of the School Commandant/Unit Commander. Thus, they
should be accorded the due respect and attention by the students,
regardless of rank / grade. In asking or answering questions, the student
will rise, identify himself and speak with sufficient volume and clarity.
9.3. The following guidelines/ policies must be observed:
9.3.1. Both the instructor and the student shall desist from
exhibiting/showing undue familiarity to avoid
misunderstanding or suspicion by others.
9.3.2. Instructors are discouraged from asking material or
monetary favor from students.
9.3.3. Instructors and students are not allowed to go together
in beer houses, videoke houses, places of ill-reputes, massage parlors,
gambling dens, and the likes and should not engage in heavy drinking
especially in public places.
9.3.4. Instructors and students caught violating aforesaid
policies shall be dealt with administratively.
10. Deferment from Graduation
10.1. A student who cannot comply on time with all the
requirements of the course shall be deferred from graduation. A student
who failed to settle all property and financial accountabilities one week
before the scheduled graduation will not be given clearance. Non-
compliance of the following conditions shall constitute grounds for
deferment of graduation:
 7 Rectification
10.1.1. Failure to undergo special examination one week to previous publication.
after the scheduled date of examination.
8,9 Inputs from CSS dtd 20 Feb 2007.
10.1.2. Failure to undergo retest/ retake/ remedial exam one
10 Inputs
week after the scheduled date of examination. from CSS dtd 20 Feb 2007.

10.1.3. Pending the decision of the Academic / Honor Board 11 An added provision from comments/recommendations of schools and JAGO
on the status of academically deficient student/s or any case filed against
14
concerned student/s respectively. If the decision of the board/ committee is To limit the scope of remedial examinations on failed events under the module.
in favor of the student/s, he shall be allowed to graduate, provided, he can 15Lifted from STL CSS proposed revisions dtd 20 Feb 2007.
comply/pass all the requirements of the course; otherwise, he shall be
declared “failure in the course”. 16 Lifted from STL CSS proposed revisions dtd 20 Feb 2007 and comments of JAGO.

10.1.4. Pending the decision of the TRADOC Review 17 Recommended by majority of the schools to regulate the use of cellphones which can
Board on the appeal filed by the student voted as “failure in the course” by disturb ongoing activities.
the School Academic Board or “guilty” by the School Honor Board. If the 18 An added provision to institutionalized the practice of mentoring.
decision is in favor of the student, he shall be allowed to graduate, provided,
he can comply/ pass the requirements of the course; otherwise, he shall be 19Lifted from STL CSS proposed revisions dtd 20 Feb 2007.
declared “failure in the course”.

10.1.5. A Student who, during the actual time of graduation SECTION V

failed to attend the same due to unauthorized / invalid reason.19
NON-ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
11. Appeals. If the student did not obtained the required 70% to pass all
critical subjects and modules and 50% in all non-critical subjects and
modules, then the student is declared “failure in the course”. A student 1. General. This Section prescribes the policies and procedures for
also found guilty by the Conduct & Honor Board is also declared “failure in the student’s discipline and conduct, aptitude, and physical development
the course”. When declared failure in the course, the student can make an during his/her training. The major areas of non-academic portion in all
appeal address to the Commander, TRADOC for reconsideration of his courses with their corresponding points allocation are as follows:
case if there are merits. Appeal is no longer allowed when an order is
already published by the Command stating that the student is declared Subject /Area Point Allocation
“failure in the course”.
Career & Specialization/Pre-entry Courses
__________
1 An added provision to emphasize the extent of applicability of the Bluebook. Conduct 50 120
Aptitude 30 80
2,3An added provision during deliberation of Blue Book on 20 Dec 2007. Physical Fitness Test (PFT) 70 100
4
TOTAL 150 points 300 points
An added provision to include new technologies which can be a source of references
and information.
2. Conduct
5,6 An added provision to delineate the definition of retake/retest and remedial exam.
2.1. General - The following provisions shall be observed
to ensure the highest standard of discipline and conduct of student
undergoing training at the Training and Doctrine Command, Philippine Army
and other Service Extension Schools under its supervision.
2.2. Definition of Terms:
2.2.1. Conduct - Personal behavior and deportment that
characterizes and guides the actions of an individual in the direction and
execution of his/her inherent and assigned responsibilities and duties.
2.2.2. Demerits - Negative marks in conduct which may be
the basis of punishment, suspension or separation from the school (failure
in the course).
2.2.3. Delinquency - An act committed or omitted by a
student in violation of a provision of this regulation and other policies and
regulations governing the conduct of student of the Training and Doctrine
Command, Philippine Army and its supervised schools/ training units.
2.2.4. Delinquency Report - A brief account of a
delinquency committed by a student, either handwritten or typed in an
official form.
2.2.5. Discipline - Individual or group attitude that
ensures prompt obedience to orders and the performance of
appropriate actions in the absence of orders.
2.2.6. Punishments - Penalties meted out to student/s for
delinquencies committed.
2.2.7. Intoxicating Liquor - Any alcoholic beverage such as
brandy, wine, whisky, beer, champagne, etc., whether distilled or not,
producing or fitted to produce a state of drunkenness or dizziness. This
includes any drink or mixture containing the same alcoholic beverage
producing or fitted to produce a state of drunkenness.
2.2.8. Prohibited Drugs - Any natural or synthetic
preparation whether habit-forming or not, such as opium, heroin, drugs,
marijuana, hashish, shabu, hallucinogens, euphoriant, etc., producing or
fitted to produce a sense of well-being or euphoria, pleasant dreams or
fantasies.
2.2.9. Off-Limits - Areas that are declared restricted to
students like the following: Command Headquarters, organic barracks,
school office / registrars and liquor drinking area, etc.
2.2.10. Late In Formation - When a student, who at the last
note of the assembly call for a duty, is not in the formation.
2.2.11. Absent From Formation - A student who failed to join
after the marcher’s command fall-out is considered absent from formation.
2.2.12. Late For Duty - A student who, upon the formal start
of a certain duty is not in the prescribed venue of the duty.
2.2.13. Absent From Duty - A student who, upon the
completion of the duty, is not in the prescribed venue of the duty.
2.2.14. Recidivists - A recidivist is one who, after having been
reported and punished for a delinquency falling under Class IV or higher,
subsequently commits another offense of the same nature.
2.2.15. AWOL - Absence without leave. Being absent for
more than 24 hours. Respective School Commandants or Group / Unit
Commanders will reflect it in the morning report.
2.2.16. Sexual Misconduct – Sexual act or conduct
unbecoming of a gentleman and a lady in the official or private capacity
which dishonors or disgraces the individual personally and seriously
compromises the moral standards and decorum of the student in the
training.1
2.2.17. Maltreatment – flagrant improper training or
disciplinary practices which can reasonably be expected to have damaging
effects to the physical and/or physiological condition of the student,
regardless of the intent behind their use. 2
2.3. Classification of Delinquencies – Delinquencies are
classified as Class I (Grave), Class II (Serious), Class III (Less
Serious), and Class IV (Light).
2.3.1. Class I (Grave Delinquencies) – Grave delinquencies
are those punishable by maximum of discharge and a minimum of
Returned to Unit (RTU). Punishments for grave delinquencies are meted
out or endorsed by the Conduct/Honor Board, for higher authority approval
and further disposition. Likewise, cases that will qualify trial by a court-
martial or deliberation by the Efficiency and Separation Board (ESB) shall
be endorsed, as appropriate. The following acts shall constitute grave
delinquencies.
2.3.1.1. Possessing, trafficking or using prohibited
drugs; taking-in or drinking, bringing or possession of the same:
2.3.1.1.1. Any students who shall take
prohibited drugs or bring or cause the same to be brought, or have the
same in their rooms, tents or in their possession, shall be recommended to
be tried by court-martial or the ESB.
2.3.1.1.2. This regulation applies to all
students whether inside or outside the post, except when a doctor
prescribes it for medical reasons.
2.3.1.2. Possession of deadly weapons. This includes
service pistols, knives and the likes. Possession of which can be inside the
command or within the school compound whether inside the barracks,
lockers or inside student’s vehicle or car. As a general rule, students should
deposit their service pistol to the designated school property custodian.
2.3.1.3. Engaging in a Fight – Committed by any
student/s who actually engage/s another student/s in a fight.
2.3.1.4. Disorders and Neglect – These are acts or
omission by a student prejudicial to good order and military discipline and
any conduct of a nature that brings discredit upon the military and all crimes
or offenses not capital in nature for which persons subject to military law
may be guilty of AW 69 (Quarrel; Frays; Disorder).
2.3.1.5. Concerted action Among students – All
combination or joint action among students for the purpose of violating or
evading any regulation, order or instructions issued by competent authority,
or for the purpose of expressing disapproval or censure of any persons in
the military service are prohibited.
2.3.1.6. Ungentlemanly Conduct – This includes all
vicious, immoral and improper conduct of any student on any occasion
(Articles of War 96-Conduct unbecoming of an Officer and a Gentleman).
2.3.1.7. Challenge – Committed by any student who
shall challenge to a fight any member of the training staff for any official
action of the latter in the execution of his/her duty.
2.3.1.8. Violation of the Honor Code – For the purpose
of and whenever mentioned in these regulations, the term “ Honor Code”
refers to the rules which aims to inculcate a high sense of honor and
strength of character in every student by requiring him / her to be truthful,
honest, and clean-thinking in his / her day-to-day actions. (Refer to Section
VI – Honor System).
2.3.1.9. Usurpation of authority or unlawful assumption
of power which resulted in the commission of any of the above-mentioned
grave delinquencies.
2.3.1.10. AWOL
2.3.1.11. Intentional destruction or waste, damage to, or
loss of any government property with a current market value of P10,000.00
or more. The student shall be made to pay or replace the said property. 3
2.3.1.12. Sexual misconduct – encouraging,
countenancing and not reporting sexual misconduct. Sexual misconduct
includes, but not limited to the following: 4
- Carnal knowledge / intercourse
- Lewd, act of lasciviousness or indecent act(s)
- Homosexual act(s), or engaged in homosexual
relationship
- Sodomy including fellatio, cunnilingus and
intercourse
- Students of opposite sex sleeping together (even
fully clothed) in the same bed
- Use of sex or flirtation to gain favors
- Countenancing / encouraging sexual misconduct and
sexually related criminal acts and not reporting the
incident to proper authority
- Sexually Related Acts which includes crimes such as
rape, sexually related assault, battering, pandering
and sexual harassment
 2.3.1.13. Female students who become pregnant
and students who caused pregnancy during the duration of the course shall 2.3.2.7. Intentional destruction or waste of, damage
be outrightly dismissed from the School. 5 to, or loss of any government property with a current market value of more
than P 1,000.00 but less than P10,000.00. The student shall be made to
2.3.1.14. Undesirable habits or traits of character. pay or replace the said property. 11
This shall include but not limited to extortion, peddling, giving illegal orders
and other acts involving moral turpitude. Students guilty of violating this 2.3.2.8. Late from termination of leave.
provision shall be separated from the School. 6
2.3.2.9. Concerted action prejudicial to the
2.3.1.16. Maltreatment.Encouraging, countenancing maintenance of good order and discipline.
and not reporting maltreatment 7
2.3.2.10. Making unnecessary or uncalled for
2.3.1.17. Unauthorized Absence from School – Any remarks, comments, or opinions prejudicial to the interest of the School,
Student who shall absent himself from the School without proper authority TRADOC, PA and the AFP in general.
shall be separated or less severely punished upon the recommendation of
the School board. 8 2.3.2.11. Going to “Off Limits” area.

2.3.1.18. Other grave offenses as determined by their 2.3.2.12. Under the influence of liquor – Attending
very nature and results. duties under the influence of liquor. Drinking liquor inside school area.
Excessive drinking /heavily drunk. For pre-entry courses, no drinking policy
2.3.2. Class II (Serious Delinquencies) – Are offenses applies.
whose punishments are meted out by Commandants of Schools or its
equivalent 9. Serious delinquencies include: 2.3.2.13. Cutting Classes – deliberate absence from
scheduled classroom instructions.
2.3.2.1. Neglect of duty.
2.3.2.14. Deliberately not taking exam without
2.3.2.2. Absence from a prescribed duty. justifiable reasons.

2.3.2.3. Insubordination – Failure to obey lawful 2.3.2.15. Usurpation of authority or unlawful

orders or instructions from any officer or from another student who is assumption of authority resulting in the commission of any of the above-
performing an official duty. mentioned serious delinquencies.

2.3.2.4. Challenging and/or Accepting a Challenge – 2.3.2.16. Breach of Confinement – Committed by a

Committed by a student who challenges or accepts challenge to fight student in violation of the restrictive provisions of special, ordinary or school
another student. confinement he/she is serving. 12

2.3.2.5. Gambling – in any form is prohibited whether 2.3.2.17. Unauthorized solicitation or donation of any
it involves bets of any kind such as money, material, or favors. 10 kind or of any favor, personal or otherwise. 13

2.3.2.6. Improper Conduct – reflecting on character 2.3.2.18. Other serious delinquencies as

such as disrespect to superior officer/ instructor, tactical officer and organic determined by their nature and results.
personnel of the school.
 2.3.3 Class III (Less Serious Delinquencies) - Less
serious delinquencies are offenses whose punishments are meted out by
the Head, Non-Academic Department. Less serious delinquencies include:
2.3.3.1. Failure to obey orders, instructions or
regulation not amounting to insubordination.
2.3.3.2. Derelictions that tend to incite
unfavorable comments regarding discipline.
2.3.3.3. Indifference of any kind not amounting to
insubordination.
2.3.3.4. Failure to maintain order or discipline as a
responsible student.
2.3.3.13. Public display of affection. Include but not
limited to, holding hands, kissing, embracing, etc. 16
2.3.3.14. Failure to render appropriate courtesy
toward superiors. 17
2.3.3.15. Borrowing and using issued items of
uniform and paraphernalia personally belonging to another student.
2.3.3.16. Other less serious delinquencies
determined by their nature and results.
2.3.4 Class IV (Light Delinquencies) – Punishment for
these delinquencies are meted out by the Tactical Officer. Light
delinquencies include:

2.3.3.5. Repeated failure to maintain standards of 2.3.4.1. Failure to maintain standards of

soldier appearance. soldier’s appearance, e.g. unauthorized haircut/long hair, and unauthorized
/ unpolished shoes and buckles, etc.
2.3.3.6. Intentional destruction of, waste of, damage
to or loss of any government property with current market value of 2.3.4.2. Unintentional failure to comply with
PhP1,000.00 or less. The student shall be made to pay or replace the said instructions or published memoranda.
property. 14
2.3.4.3. Violation of specific instructions.
2.3.3.7. Late from termination of authorized
absence. 2.3.4.4. Failure to observe and / or non-
conformance with the prescribed classroom instructions, conduct and
2.3.3.8. Sleeping during class instructions. procedures, e.g. not standing at attention while marcher is rendering report
to the instructor, etc.
2.3.3.9. Leaving electrical appliance
unattended to include water fixtures. Violating EnerCon measure of 2.3.4.5. Non-submission, improper or incorrect
TRADOC. 15 entry on the class marcher’s report.

2.3.3.10. Failure to settle money and property 2.3.4.6. Unintentional violation of limits.
accountabilities such as payment of S/A, debt from Cooperative stores,
laundry and non-return of books on prescribed period. 2.3.4.7. Rusty, dirty, torn or shabby personal
articles or items of equipment.
2.3.3.11. Usurpation of authority or unlawful
assumption of power not resulting to the commission of any delinquencies.
2.3.4.8. Late from assembly / attention call of any
2.3.3.12. Smoking while in uniform outside quarters. formation and classroom instructions.

2.3.4.9. Making or causing to make unnecessary
noise or disturbance during office and study periods and after taps.
2.3.4.10. Failure to render appropriate courtesy
towards superiors, e.g. failure to salute.
2.3.4.11. Doing acts or things other than the
activity authorized for a specific period o place.
2.3.4.12. Absence from any formation, class, bed
check etc.
2.3.4.13. Improper use of toilet and bath facilities.
2.3.4.14. Urinating on places other than the urinal.
2.3.4.15. Failure to follow prescribed
regulation and procedures.
2.3.4.16. Violation of proper maintenance
orderly arrangements of bedding, lockers, and other display items.
2.3.4.17. Use of unauthorized lights or leaving the
room with lights and/ or other electrical fixtures on.
2.3.4.18. Improper maintenance of quarters/barracks
and its immediate surroundings.
2.3.4.19. Failure to follow prescribed classroom
regulation and procedures. 18
2.3.4.20. Possession of unauthorized articles;
whether the possessor is the owner or not. 19
2.3.4.21. Other light offenses similar to
foregoing.
2.4. Recidivist – A student who has been adjudged as a
recidivist shall be given a punishment higher than that of which he has
previously received.
2.5. Delinquency Report – Reports may be made at any time by an
officer, enlisted man, civilian organic personnel, instructor or by any student
on another student, or when the reporting student is acting in an official
capacity.
2.6. Aggravating and Mitigating Circumstances20
2.6.1. In giving punishments, the competent authority takes
aggravating and mitigating circumstances into consideration.
2.6.2. Aggravating circumstances increases the
punishment for the delinquency while mitigating circumstances decreases
the punishment for the delinquencies.
2.7. Demerits period – as a general rule, starts two weeks after the
start of the training and end on the day of graduation.21
mess 2.8. Punishment that may be meted out to a student –
Commandants of Schools and its equivalent may meted-out the following
punishments to students: Admonition, reprimand, punishment tours, fatigue
and work, ordinary room confinement and special confinement to restrictive
limits. Suspension and RTU from the school are meted out by Commander,
TRADOC, PA subject to final approval of CG, PA.22
2.9. Special Punishment 23
2.9.1. Punishment meted out by delinquency report may
consist of demerits, punishment tours and special confinement. Punishment
with tours and confinements shall be known as Special Punishment.
2.9.2. Students undergoing special punishment will serve
punishment tours during weekends and holidays and such other times as
the school respective Commandant may direct.
2.9.3. Students undergoing special punishment will serve
the room confinement, on holidays, and such other times as the school
respective commandant may direct. At all other times, Students undergoing
special punishment will observe “restricted limits”.
2.9.3.1. “Restricted Limits” refers to as clubrooms, the
athletic complex for exercise for not more than two hours and such other
places for official purposes only, and with permission from the Course
Director. The Student concerned will be subjected to inspection at an alleged violation / offense, the concerned person shall report the
anytime and must account for his absence from his room by signing out violation in a Delinquency Report (DR).24
in the logbook.
2.10.2. All delinquency reports (DRs) shall be
2.9.3.2. A Student confined to restricted limits is not accomplished in duplicate using the forms provided for the purpose.
allowed to receive casual visitors. However, he may be allowed to entertain
visitors who are direct members of his family, i.e. father, mother, brother, 2.10.3. Both copies of DRs shall then be submitted to the
sisters, wife and children with the permission of his course director and for Non-Academic Officer or Tactical Officer or Tactical NCO which then check
not more than one (1) hour. the report if there is lacking information or data on the nature of the
offense.25
2.9.3.3. Students who are serving punishment tour are
required to walk in military manner at quick time, carry their rifles at the right 2.10.4. Tactical Officers / NCO will forward the duplicate
or left shoulder arm at all time. Salute all Officers and Colors or Standards copies of DRs to the reported student for explanation or to the class
not cased, halt and come to port arms when talking to anyone. They will not marcher. The class marchers shall distribute these duplicate copies.
leave the post to which they are assigned without proper authority.
2.10.5. The reported student shall make his explanation at
2.9.3.4. Punishment Periods. Special confinement will the back of the duplicate copy. If the explanation is long, the student may
be served continuously and will not be interrupted unless otherwise directed use an extra sheet of paper which shall be attached to the duplicate copy.
by the respective Commandant. The explained report will be submitted back to the class marcher within 24
hours upon receipt for submission to the Tactical Officer or Tac-NCO.
Ordinary confinements will be served as follows:
2.10.6. Explanation of DRs shall consist of a
Day of week Confinement Period straightforward, clear, and complete summary of facts surrounding each
Credit offense and such other facts that may be necessary for a better
understanding of the case. It shall not contain arguments, equivocations,
Saturday 2 1st call for lunch until criticisms, complaints, opinions, or irrelevant remarks. If the
1st call for supper explanation places responsibility on another student, he must be so named.
1st call for super until taps Should there be any error in report, or in any way does not convey the
complete facts of the case, the students concerned shall consider it as
Sunday & Holidays 2 Reveille until 1st call for normal obligation and responsibility to explain the report fully in order that
lunch any error may be rectified or responsibility be placed where it rightfully
1st call for lunch until belongs.
1st call for supper
2.10.7 A student who has been reported by another
Evenings proceeding 1 1st call for supper until student of any delinquency shall not discuss the matter with the student
Holidays taps who made the report unless specifically permitted to do so by the Tactical
Officer or by higher authority. Likewise, a student having reported another
shall refrain from discussing the matter with the student reported unless
granted similar permission to do so.
2.10 Procedures in the Handling of Delinquency Reports
2.10.8. The Tactical Officer will place H (HELD) in the action
2.10.1. Within 24 hours of having personal knowledge of section of the DUPLICATE COPY and returns it to the reported student if
further explanation is deemed necessary. The student returns this duplicate
copy personally to the Tactical Officer for further explanation. Class 1 Discharge RTU For approval / Disapproval of
Commander, TRADOC or
2.10.9. The awarded demerits are entered in the original HHqs
and duplicate copies by the awarding Officer. The original copy is given to
the awarded student and the duplicate copy will be kept on the file. Those Class II Max Allow 10 Dem Awarding Officer– School
delinquencies whose punishment are to be approved / awarded by the Demerits Commandant or its
Commandants / Group Commanders shall be forwarded by the Head, Non- equivalent
Academic Department with the student’s explanation and with his
recommended punishment. If approved, the same shall be entered in the Class III 10 Demerits 5 Dem Awarding Officer - Head,
DRs. Non-ACAD/STO for OCS

2.10.10. Each student shall compile the original copies to Class IV 5 Demerits 1 Dem Awarding Officer - Tactical
serve as reference in checking the total demerits received prior to the end Officer
of the course.

2.10.11. The Head, Non Academic Department computes
the total demerits accumulated by each student based on the accomplished
duplicate copies. The duplicate copies of the DRs of each student are
compiled within the duration of the course. These are retained until such
time that they shall be disposed of in accordance with pertinent
regulations regarding disposition or records.
2.10.12. Except for offenses whose prescriptions are defined
in the manual for military justice in the AFP, delinquencies that are not
reported shall prescribe 90 days after the commission of the offense.
2.12. Demerits System
2.12.1. The demerit allowance for each course shall be as
prescribed in the approved Program of Instruction (POI).
2.12.2. The total number of demerits accumulated by a
student during the course determines his grade in conduct.
2.12.3. Total Allocated Merits and Maximum Allowable
Demerits (MAD).

2.11. Punishments – Punishment are prescribed for each Total Allocated Maximum
delinquency in accordance with its gravity and are meted out to students Course Category
Merits Allowable Demerits
after considering the entire circumstances attendant to its commission.
Pre-entry and Total number of
Preparatory Courses, weeks* x 10 merits
TABLE OF PUNISHMENTS Basic & Specialization
30 percent of total
Courses, * per training
allocated merits
Delinquency Maximum Minimum Authority Advance Courses & their directive of officially
equivalent (Officers/EP) approved POI

2.12.4 Grade Computation in Conduct - the conduct grade

is computed by converting the number of demerits incurred using a factor of
percent and subsequently subtracting this from 100%, as illustrated:
 x = 100% - (D / f ) %
Where: x = Grade in Conduct (%)
D = Total Number of Demerits Incurred
f = Maximum Allowable Demerits / 30
punishment, and the reasons for his request. Late requests shall be
disapproved, unless in the opinion of the awarding authority, the reason for
the delay justifies consideration. If the punishment of an offense is changed
as a result of a request for reconsideration, the student concerned shall be
notified.

Example: 2.14. The Conduct and Honor Board – The Commandant of

Schools / Group Commander, ATGs 26 will direct the Conduct and Honor
CPT JUAN DELA CRUZ, a student of IOAC, a 14 week Board to deliberate grave violation of regulations. In the proceedings, the
course incurred a total of 24 demerits for the duration of the course. Board shall ensure the rights of the student/s and that justice shall prevail.

Total Allocated Merits = 14 x 10 2.14.1. Composition – The composition of the

Conduct/Honor Board will be determined by the school and recommended
= 140 merits by the G5, TRADOC, to the Commander, TRADOC for approval and the
subsequent issuance of appropriate order as follows:
Maximum Allowable Demerits = 30% of 140
2.14.1.1. For cases of Officers, the Board shall be
= 42 demerits composed of five officers represented by the different school
departments/units. The most senior officer will be the Chairman while the
D = Total Demerits Incurred = 24 demerits most junior officer will be the Recorder.

f = Maximum Allowable Demerits/30 2.14.1.2. For cases of Enlisted Personnel, the Board
shall be composed of three officers and two Enlisted Personnel represented
= 42 / 30 by the different schools departments/units. The most senior officer shall be
the Chairman and the junior NCO shall be the Recorder.
= 1.4

Therefore: 2.14.1.3. For cases of civilian employees, the Board

X = 100% - (D / f)%
= 100 % - (24 / 1.4)%
= 100% - 17.14%
X = 82.86% (grade in conduct)
2.13. Reconsideration of Meted Punishment – If a student
believes that the punishment awarded is not commensurate to the offense
committed, he may submit a written request for reconsideration within three
days after he has been formally notified of same. The request shall be
addressed to the awarding authority and shall follow the accepted form for
military correspondence. The student shall state the offense, the
shall be composed of three officers and two civilian employees represented
by the different school departments. The most senior officer shall be the
Chairman and the Recorder shall be designated by the Chairman from any
of the Civilian employees.
2.14.2. Functions
2.14.2.1. The Board is tasked to conduct inquiry/
investigation on alleged violation of Class I (Grave) offenses and
recommend to Commander, TRADOC the degree of punishment to
student/s found guilty of the offense.
2.14.2.2. Verify the validity of documents submitted
by students requesting exemption in physical fitness test (PFT).

2.14.2.3. Recommend to Commander, TRADOC
the termination from training of any student exceeding the number of
authorized absences.
2.14.2.4. Review / study and recommend the
disposition of cases of student/s getting a grade below 70 percent in
conduct and aptitude.
2.14.3. Procedures
2.14.3.1. Alleged violation of Class I (Grave)
offenses that are reported shall be deliberated by the Board.
2.14.3.2. Any student caught violating Class I
offense shall be reported in a Delinquency Report (DR). The DR shall be
channeled through the Tactical Officer to the School Commandant.
2.14.3.3. Upon receipt of the DR, the School
Commandant will direct the Conduct Board to initiate inquiry / deliberation
on the reported violation. The deliberation should be within 24 hours after
the board received the order/report.
2.14.3.4. After a thorough inquiry / investigation, the
Board shall decide whether the student is guilty or not guilty of the offense,
or recommend trial by court-martial or deliberation by the Efficiency and
Separation Board, as appropriate.
2.14.3.5. If the offender is found guilty by the
Conduct / Honor Board, as charged, it shall submit the result of the
investigation to Commander, TRADOC for approval/ disapproval. This
should be within 24 hours after the board deliberation and concurred by the
Commandant. The concerned school will advise the student formally
regarding the result of the board deliberation.
2.14.3.6. If the Board determined that the case falls
into a lower category, it shall recommend to Commander, TRADOC the
downgrading for his approval / disapproval before forwarding it to the
appropriate awarding authority.
2.14.3.7. When a student gets an aptitude grade
below 70 percent, the Conduct Board Shall convene to study his/her case.
The Board may either decide to elevate his grade to 70% or confirms the
low rating.
2.14.3.8. The board is given 72 hours to finish its
deliberation including weekends upon receipt of case folder.
3. Aptitude
3.1. An aptitude rating shall be conducted twice during the whole
duration of the course: the first, conducted at the middle of the course; and
the second, two weeks prior to graduation. The average of the two rating
(allotted 15 points each for career and specialization courses and 40 points
each for pre-entry courses) shall be the final grade of the student.
3.2. There shall be three sets of raters and each rating is given the
following corresponding weight:
Students Rating - 50% of Aptitude weight allocation
Course Director - 25% of Aptitude weight allocation
Tactical Officer - 25% of Aptitude weight allocation
3.3. Aptitude Rating Sheet – (As prescribe format)
3.4. Students will rate his classmates according to rank from
highest down to the last student according to the number of class.
3.5. The raters shall accomplish the aptitude rating sheet according
to the set criteria. A student rater shall not rate himself.
3.6. Grade in Aptitude is computed utilizing the following Formula:
A = R / 10 x 100%
Where: A = Aptitude rating expressed in percent.
R = Average raw rating in the five criteria.
Example:
CPT JUAN DELA CRUZ, has the following raw ratings from
his Course Director:
CRITERIA RATING
 I 9.5 training in their respective schools.
II 8.0
IV 9.0 4.2.2. The Physical Fitness Training / Athletic activities for all
V 9.5 students shall be scheduled (but not limited to) every Tuesday to Thursday
Average Raw Rating (R) 8.9 Reveille (0500H); and Athletics (1500H) of every week: Officers - Tuesday
and Thursday; EP and CE - Monday and Wednesday. The Head Non-
Academic Department who is primarily responsible for this activity,
assisted by the Course Director / Tactical Officers, have the option to
Therefore: conduct physical fitness training on any other day, provided, it does not
come in conflict with regular class schedules.
A = 8.9 / 10 x 100%
= 0.89 x 100% 4.2.3. The first two training weeks shall be utilized in the
A = 89% (Aptitude grade of CPT CRUZ from conduct of the following preparatory activities during the athletic periods:
Course Director)
4.2.3.1. Inventory of the students’ medical
3.7. It is responsibility of the Tactical Officer to confer the raw profiles. They shall screen students who are qualified for PFT exemption,
rating into percent grades as indicated above and to subsequently compute and require them to fill-up appropriate exemption request forms.
for the aptitude weight allocation of each of raters.
4.2.3.2. Conduct orientation on the importance of
RATER (RATING IN %) X (WT) physical fitness. The orientation will cover an introduction to Physical
Students 86 x 50% = 43.00 Fitness. It will also delve on techniques on achieving physical fitness
Course Director 89 x 25% = 22.25 through correct diet and nutrition, and weight control. It will likewise impart
Tactical Officer 90 x 25% = 22.50 tips and techniques on exercising and jogging. (Ref. The Individual’s
Handbook on Physical Fitness, US Army Pamphlet 350-18).
Total Aptitude Grade in Percent = 87.75%
4.3. Sports Training – All students shall be required to take an
3.8. In extreme cases when a student gets an aptitude grade active part in sports. Emphasis shall be placed on the development of
below 70 percent, the Conduct Board shall convene to study his/her case. general all around ability, good sportsmanship and teamwork, and on
The Board may recommend elevating his grade to 70% to the School learning the mechanics of the different sports.
Commandant or, if confirmed that the student deserves low rating, he will
be declared failure in the course. 4.3.1. Sports to be offered or that can be supported by the
training unit shall be announced and properly disseminated to the students
4. Physical Education Training and Development at the start of the course.

4.1. General – The procedures described herein defines the 4.3.2. Students shall be made to signify the sports they wish
provisions on the physical education training development. to play for the duration of the course.

4.2. The Physical Fitness Training
4.2.1. The School Commandants shall be primarily
responsible for the administration and supervision of the Physical Fitness
Training Program of all student officers and enlisted personnel undergoing
4.3.3. Sports to be offered or that can be supported by the
training unit shall be taught as part of the PE Module during scheduled PE
classes.
4.3.4. Sports competitions shall be organized as frequent as
possible to reinforce development of teamwork and sportsmanship.
4.4. Physical Fitness Tests (PFTs) – is a package deal wherein
student must pass all events to ensure that the physical fitness training of
the students meet the standards of the Philippine Army. A regular Physical
Fitness Tests shall be conducted using the PFT standards set forth by HPA.
Said tests will be conducted by any of the following: CSSO, Non-Academics
Departments of respective schools/ATGs or Tactical Departments for
SES.28
4.4.1. Conduct of PFT
4.4.1.1. Three PFTs shall be conducted for courses
with duration of 14 weeks or more.
4.4.1.4. No PFT shall be conducted for courses with
duration of four weeks or less. However, a diagnostic PFT will be given to
check the physical fitness of the students.
4.4.1.5. For pre-entry courses, the number of times to
conduct PFT shall be based on the POI.
4.4.2 Official PFT Grade
4.4.2.1. The official PFT Grade shall be computed as
follows:
4.4.2.1.1. For three PFTs

4.4.1.1.1. The first PFT shall be a. First PFT - 20%

conducted within the 4th week of the course. b. Second PFT - 30%
c. Third PFT - 50%
4.4.1.1.2. The second PFT shall be conducted Total . . . . . . . 100%
within the 8th week of the course.
4.4.2.1.2. For two PFTs
4.4.1.1.3. The third PFT shall be conducted
within the 12th week of the course. a. First PFT - 30%
b. Second PFT - 70%
4.4.1.2. Two PFTs shall be conducted for courses with Total . . . . . . . 100%
duration of 10 to 12 weeks.
4.4.2.1.3. For One PFT – 100%
4.4.1.2.1. The first PFT shall be conducted
within the 3rd week of each course. 4.4.2.2. The average of the three test events – 3.2 km
run, push-ups, sit-ups will be the grade for the PFT. The passing grade is
4.4.1.2.2. The Second PFT shall be 70% in each event.
conducted within the 8th week of the course.
4.4.2.3. A rating of less than 70% in general
4.4.1.3. One PFTs shall be conducted for courses average shall result in declaration of failure in the PFT or “NO GO “(except
with duration of five to nine weeks: for P-3 who are required to take only the event/s on which they are not
exempted).
4.4.1.3.1. It shall be conducted within the 3rd
week of each course. 4.4.2.4. Student must attain a grade of 70% in all
three events, if he/she fails an event, he/she shall retake the whole events
4.4.1.3.2. The second PFT shall be and his/her grade will be limited to 70%. This is with reference to HPA
conducted one week before the completion of the course. directive dtd 10 Dec 2007, subject: Army Physical Fitness Test. For P-3
student, he/she must have a 70% rating in the event/s that he/she is not
exempted.

4.4.2.5. The official PFT Grade shall be submitted to
the School Secretary for recording and consolidation.
4.4.3. PFT Retakes – Retakes shall be conducted as
appropriate after the scheduled PFT. All retakes on the recently concluded
PFT shall be conducted prior to the next scheduled PFT. If the next
scheduled PFT has been conducted, no more retakes will be entertained
concerning said PFT. Retakes shall be allowed for students who opt to
increase their general average on the following conditions:
4.4.3.1. For students who passed a PFT, only one
retake shall be allowed. His/her grade in the retake will be his/her final
grade.
4.4.3.2. For students who failed in a PFT, a
maximum of two retakes shall be allowed. A student who failed in any event
shall mean failure in the whole PFT even if his/her general average in the
three events is above 70%.
4.4.4. Failures – Students who failed to attain a passing
average of 70% in any PFT shall be deferred from graduation and are given
one month to satisfy the requirements in order to be considered for
graduation, or else, will be declared failure from the course. Except for non-
combat related P-3 student/s, who will most likely have an general average
below 70%.
4.4.5. PFT Exemption
4.4.5.1 Request of students for exemptions must
be in writing indicating therein reasons (i.e. injury or other medical reasons)
and details (i.e. date and place acquired, nature of wound / injury as
officially determined). They must attach their current official and Physical
Profile Orders (P-3) or other documents to support their request or medical
certificates from duly authorized military medical facility.
4.4.5.2. The School Commandants / ATG
Commanders upon the recommendation of the School / ATG Conduct
Board shall approve all PFT Exemptions.29
4.4.5.3. Non-combat related P-3 student/s who is officially
exempted in an event shall automatically receive a grade of 0 % or no
points in that event for which he/she is exempted.30 . For combat related P-3
students, they shall automatically receive a grade of 70% in the event/s that
they are exempted.
4.4.5.4. Students who are officially exempted and
who assessed his/her capability and opt to increase his/her non-academic
grade by taking the scheduled PFT shall signify a waiver to this effect that
the school will incur no administrative, criminal or civil liability whatsoever if
something will happen to him/her during the actual PFT. The signing of the
waiver is final .31
4.4.5.5. Students who are medically excused from
taking the scheduled PFT shall take said PFT after recuperating or when
physically warranted but not exceeding one month after the scheduled
PFT.32
4.4.6. Students applying for exemption are subject to
medical examination prior to its granting.
4.4.7. Students given exemption are not excused from
formations / attendance during reveille and athletics.
4.4.8. Student who incurred an injury during the course of
the training will be granted exemption, subject to medical examination prior
to its granting and covers only the period of his/her recovery. 33
5. Absences
5.1. Attendance Report – The designated class marcher shall
submit a report of those students who are late or absent in particular
activity/ training period to the Tactical Officer. The report must specify the
exact time and date of tardiness/ absence and duly authenticated by the
instructor concerned.
5.2. Authorized Absences – Absences from academic or
non-academic instructions may be authorized for medical consultations/
hospitalization due to serious illness, accident or other emergencies. Such
absence(s) must be officially granted by the School Commandant or his
authorized representative.
5.3. Unauthorized Absences – Absence from academic or
non-academic period is unauthorized when the reason for such absence is
not officially known or sanctioned by the Tactical Officer or higher authority.
5.4. Allowable Absences – The term “allowable absences”
includes both authorized and unauthorized absences. To satisfy graduation
requirements, students must not exceed ten percent (10%) of the total
number of periods (POI Time) allotted for a course. The 10 percent
allowable absences shall be applied as follows:
5.4.1. Specialization Courses – Total academic and
non-academic periods allotted taken separately.
5.4.2. Career Courses – Total academic and non-academic
periods allotted in Common Module Phase and AFOS/MOS Phase (the
10% absences allowable for the whole course not taken separately from
CMP & AFOS).
5.4.3. Pre-entry Courses – Total academic and non-academic
periods allotted, taken separately.
5.5. Maintenance of the Balance of Allowable Absence – The
Head, Non-Academic Department in coordination with Tactical officer shall
maintain a record and keep track of student’s remaining balance of
absences for the latter’s appraisal.
5.6. Actions when a student is about to exceed his allowable
absences:
5.6.1. A student who has incurred 70% of his allowable
absences shall be informed and shall be called by the Conduct Board for
interview. During the interview, the student is encouraged to bring out any
personal problem that may have compelled him to accumulate such
absences so that the school can assist him within its capacity and will
determine his fitness to remain in the class.
5.6.2. The moment the students exceeds the allowable
absences, he shall be declared failure in the course. His schooling shall be
terminated and he shall be sent back to his unit (RTU).
5.7. Absences from Graduation Ceremony or Instruction during
the Last Week of the Course – Unauthorized absences during the last week
of the course shall be dealt with more drastically than absence at any other
times during the course. Likewise, unauthorized absence or deliberate
action to depart from procedures in graduation ceremony shall be a ground
for declaration of deferment from graduation for one month.
6. Uniforms and Appearance
6.1. Uniform – Student Officers and EP shall wear the prescribed
uniform as reflected in the weekly training schedule.
6.1.1. General Office Attire (GOA):
Officer: Green (Officer’s cut), tucked in, with green
oversee cap / beret, prescribed green belt with prescribed brass buckle,
black socks, and low cut leather black shoes.
EP: Green (EP cut), tucked in with prescribed black
belt and brass buckle, green oversee cap / beret, black socks, low cut
leather black shoes.
6.1.2. Battle Dress Uniform (BDU): Prescribed Battle Dress
Uniform for Officers and EP. For student – unrolled sleeves for the duration
of training.
6.1.3. Athletic Uniform:
Officers and EP: Olive drab Army shirt, Army green short,
white rubber shoes and white athletic socks.34
Other athletic uniforms may be adopted for each course as
authorized by School Commandants.
6.1.4. Uniform for other activities (Socials, tours, etc.): As
prescribed.
6.1.5. Uniform during Red / Blue Alert or similar cases: As
prescribed.
6.2. Appearance – Student are expected to wear the prescribed
and complete uniform at all times. When specifically authorized as a class
by competent authority (Commander, TRADOC, School
Commandant, Training Team Leader, Course Director), other prescribed
uniforms may be worn, provided that such deviation is necessary and will
assist in the instruction. Likewise, all students must adhere to the
prescribed hair-cut. Mustache, goatee, beard, and side burns are not
authorized.
7. Drills and Ceremonies
7.1. Drill and ceremonies shall be incorporated in the weekly
training schedule to train, develop and refresh the individual student with
the basic rudiments in the military service.
7.2. The AC of S for Operations, G3 TRADOC will be primarily
responsible in the supervision of centralized drills and ceremony (e.g.,
Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Friday Inspections to include Command
directed activities such as Flag Raising / Retreat Ceremonies, etc.).
7.3. The School Commandants shall be responsible for the
attendance of their respective students and will designate an OIC for said
activity.
7.4. The School Commandants shall be primarily responsible in
the planning, preparation, and the conduct of opening and graduation
exercises for courses conducted outside the TRADOC compound.
7.5. Standing Operating Procedure Number 02 HPA dated 09
February 1993 shall be used as reference for the Opening and Graduation
Ceremonies of all courses.
8. Other Non-Academic Activities
8.1. Commander, TRADOC; Commandant’s/ Commander’s Time
– The Commander, TRADOC and/or School Commandants shall provide a
dialogue with the students to discuss prevailing matters or problems which
may directly affect the conduct of the course. Aforesaid time shall be
scheduled at least once a month. The last scheduled meeting may be used
as a course critique to get feedback from the graduating student re-
propriety in the conduct of the training.
8.2. Counseling – The Course Director and / or the Tactical Officer
shall conduct individual counseling to students especially those who are
considered deficient in their academic and non-academic in order to assist
and encourage the latter to improve their performance.
8.3. Social-Cultural Activities – Students shall be encourage to plan
and hold socials and attend Command / school programmed activities to
enhance the development of their personality particularly in the practice of
social graces, proper courtesy and deportment. Such activities shall also
give students time to unwind their minds from the monotony of the training.
8.4. Morning Inspection (Police Call) – This activity shall be
conducted every morning at least 15 minutes before the first call for class in
the morning to ensure the orderliness and cleanliness of the students’
quarters.
8.5. Orientation and Educational Tours – As time, resources and
situation permits, orientation and educational tours shall be
programmed and scheduled. Its purpose is to educate and update
students on the present situations and / or reinforce their knowledge relative
to the course.
8.6. Sports – Sports training and development is a must for all
students. Emphasis shall be focused on the development of general all-
around ability, skill, good sportsmanship and teamwork, and on learning the
mechanics of the different sports. The Head, Non-ACAD Department in
coordination with CSSO is primarily responsible in the planning,
preparation, conduct and supervision of Inter-Athletic Competitions of
students among schools.
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1Academic Bulletin Number 135 dtd 29 December 2005. With reference to CSS Memo dtd
19 July 2005, Subject: Implementation of Additional Rules and Regulations re Discipline and
Conduct.
2An added definition to qualify succeeding additional provision on the act of sexual
misconduct.
3,4Academic Bulletin Number 135 dtd 29 December 2005. With reference to CSS Memo dtd
19 July 2005, Subject: Implementation of Additional Rules and Regulations re Discipline
and Conduct.
5,6,7,8AcademicBulletin Number 135 dtd 29 December 2005. With reference to CSS
Memo dtd 19 July 2005, Subject: Implementation of Additional Rules and
Regulations re Discipline and Conduct.
9 A function formerly vested to CO, TSU.
10Academic Bulletin Number 135 dtd 29 December 2005. With reference to CSS Memo dtd
19 July 2005, Subject: Implementation of Additional Rules and Regulations re Discipline
and Conduct.

11 An added provision to address the destruction of property between P1,000 P9,999.00.
12,13Academic Bulletin Number 135 dtd 29 December 2005. With reference to CSS Memo
dtd 19 July 2005, Subject: Implementation of Additional Rules and Regulations re Discipline
and Conduct.
14 An added provision to address the destruction of property with market value of
PhP1,000.00 or less.
15
An additional provision to punish violator of Enercon.
16,17Academic Bulletin Number 135 dtd 29 December 2005. With reference to CSS Memo
dtd 19 July 2005, Subject: Implementation of Additional Rules and Regulations re Discipline
and Conduct.
18,19Academic Bulletin Number 135 dtd 29 December 2005. With reference to CSS Memo
dtd 19 July 2005, Subject: Implementation of Additional Rules and Regulations re Discipline
and Conduct.
20,21,22,23 With reference to inputs from schools and unit Commanders.
24,25
With reference to 6ATG proposed Amendment/Addition on Non-Acad Policies and
Procedures dtd 22 February 2006.
26 A former function of TSU.
27Academic
Bulletin Number 136 dtd 09 February 2006.
28 Academic
Bulletin Number 136 dtd 09 February 2006.
29 CO, TSU (P) formerly approves exemption request for PFT.
30 New policy for P-3 students.
31,32Academic Bulletin Number 136 dtd 09 February 2006.
33 Addendum / Correction with reference to Academic Bulletin No. 131 dtd 05 July 2000.
34 As prescribe by higher headquarters.
SECTION VI
THE HONOR SYSTEM
1. General. Honor and Integrity are basic attributes of the professional
character of all soldiers in Armed Forces of the Philippines. It is expected
that throughout the conduct of all courses accredited by TRADOC, all
students shall strictly observe the honor system. As such, TRADOC
authorities, ATGs, and other TRADOC-supervised Schools / Training Units,
shall adopt, implement, institute, and administer the Honor System.
2. The Honor Code. A student does not lie, cheat, steal, nor tolerate
the violation of the Honor Code. A student who fails to report violation is as
guilty as the individual who violated the Honor Code.
3. Definition of Terms.
3.1. Lying – making fatal statement, whether verbally or in
writing, that differs, varies or deviates from the truth with the willful
intention of deceiving or taking undue advantage over others.
3.2. Cheating – the act of taking undue/unfair advantage of one’s
position or circumstances. The following are considered cheating:
3.2.1. Copying another student’s work and allowing a fellow
to copy one’s own answer to examination to include graded individual
assignments or homework.
3.2.2. Possession or close accessibility to unauthorized
materials having direct bearing or relevance on the examination being
conducted whether such materials are used or not. However, the intent of
the violator should be established beyond doubt . In addition, no direct
question should be asked to the student, except on actual act of
commission witnessed by the reporter or competent authority.1
3.2.3. Possession of key answers whether given or taken by
/ from another person.
3.2.4. Voluntarily giving or verbally telling one’s answers to
fellow students.
3.2.5. Intentionally making moves to influence the
instructor, proctor, course director, or any member of the training staff to
gain information directly related to the examination.
3.2.6. Submitting a written report or project that was copied
or done by others, fellow student or not. Copying word-for-word or part of
the work of other (plagiarism) without appropriate acknowledgement. 2
3.2.7. Other similar acts of commission or omission that
would make undue / unfair advantage over his classmates as to one’s true
rating such as:
 from the totality of the final output. It should be emphasized that it remains
3.2.7.1. Revealing Code number to the the responsibility of the group to ensure that their submitted final output was
instructor or anybody who has the official personality to unduly increase done honestly, properly and to the best of their collective effort. 7
one’s grades.
3.4.3. Grading system of a group work - The Grade of a
3.2.7.2. Placing identifying marks on one’s member should be the grade of all members of the group. It is a collective
examination sheet that may overtly influence the instructor / checker in responsibility of a group to ensure that no one among his members violates
rating him or her. the honor code. 8

3.2.7.3. Failure to report undue increase in one’s 3.5. Stealing - intentionally getting or taking away another
grade as reflected in the examination sheet or in the published results of person’s property without express permission from the owner or claiming
examinations. another person’s property as his / her own.

3.2.7.4. Changing answer after submission of
examination papers or after seeing the critique.
3.2.7.5. Riding a vehicle during land navigation of
the map reading.
3.2.7.6. Student/s collaborating with organic
personnel.3
3.3. Plagiarism – copying from writings, copyright or other efforts
of another, to include downloading, cut and paste from computers or
internets and present it as one’s own without proper acknowledgement. 4
3.4. Group Work – any graded assignment, research works,
examinations and other similar instructions where two or more students
are tasked together and required collectively as a group to submit written /
physical output which form part of the course requirements. 5
3.4.1. A group work is a group responsibility – A
submitted research work, assignment or examination by a member of a
group is submitted by the whole of the group. Students should be
responsible enough to participate in the preparation, discussion and
accomplishment of the assigned work to be submitted. Once a group work
output is submitted, it is understood that all the members of the group is
knowledgeable of it and have equal responsibility on the merits and
demerits of their work. 6
3.4.2. Sub-dividing of tasks in a group – In case the
group subdivides the task among themselves it does not exempt anyone
3.6. Tolerance or reporting a violation in an element equally
important to the Honor Code. A student who fails to report violation of the
Honor Code is as guilty as the person who lies, cheats, and steals.
4. The Honor Committee
4.1. Composition – The composition of the Honor Committee will
be recommended by the School Commandants to the Commander,
TRADOC for approval and the subsequent issuance of appropriate orders
as follows:
4.1.1. For cases of officers, the Committee shall be
composed of five officers. The most senior officer will be the Chairman,
while the most junior officer will be the Recorder.
4.1.2. For cases of enlisted personnel, the Committee shall
be composed of three officers and two enlisted personnel. The most senior
officer shall be the Chairman and the junior NCO shall be the Recorder.
4.1.3. For cases of civilian employees, the Committee shall
be composed of three officers and two civilian employees. The most senior
officer shall be the Chairman and the Recorder shall be designated by the
Chairman from any of the civilian employee.
4.2. Function - The Honor Committee is in-charged of
conducting investigations / inquiries on cases involving honor violations.
When the Chairman is informed of the violation, he shall task
the Vice-Chairman to conduct a Preliminary Investigation. The investigating
body shall consist of at least two Honor Board members.9
4.2.1. Preliminary Investigating Body10
Its purpose is to initially investigate and gather
pertinent facts on the case. The body serves as an impartial fact finder and
will determine if there is sufficient evidence to indicate that the accused
student/s violated or attempted to violate the Honor Code, and
recommend whether or not a formal investigation should proceed.
4.3. Proceedings
4.3.1. In the hearing of a case involving an honor violation,
a 100 percent attendance of the Board is necessary. In the absence of one
member, the honor committee shall immediately recommend a replacement
for subsequent issuance of orders.
4.3.2. The Honor System have a unique administration
process of cases. Substantial evidence is sufficient to adjudge a student
guilty of honor violation.
4.3.3. During the hearing, the accused student is given the
opportunity to present evidences on his / her behalf and to examine all
evidences presented against him / her including that of the witnesses. The
benefit of the doubt should be always in favor of the student11
4.3.4. Voting in the Honor Committee shall be made openly.
Additionally, each member of the Committee shall be required to explain his
vote.
4.3.5. In case it is determined that there is no honor
violation but only a possible violation of regulations, the honor board shall
refer it to the conduct board. An honor case shall be treated strictly
confidential12
4.4 Verdict - A unanimous13 decision of “guilty” is required for
conviction, otherwise there is benefit of the doubt. Since there are five
members of the Committee, five votes of “guilty” is required to adjudge an
accused guilty of an honor violation.
5. Reporting Procedures and Policies
5.1. As a general rule, a student, instructor or proctor shall
caution the student on the process of committing honor violation
(intentionally or not). If the warning is ignored, the student is reported
immediately14 within 24 hours in a Delinquency Report (DR) Form
addressed to the School Commandant through the Tactical Officer or Non-
Academic Department for proper disposition. The report shall be addressed
as Violation of Honor System i.e. Cheating…
5.2. The Non-Academic Department will receive and review the
report. If the report is indeed an honor violation, it shall be forwarded to the
Admin Officer for issuance of appropriate order for the honor board of the
school to take the necessary action.
5.3 The school’s Honor Committee must come up with a guilty or
not guilty recommendation / verdict within 72 hours upon convening
including weekends. Affidavits / Sworn Statements and the executive
summaries15 of accused and all witnesses shall be included in the report.
Evidences or proofs should also be attached /included in the report.
Authenticated duplicate copies shall be retained by the school.
5.4 An honor violation case is considered confidential and
should not be discussed outside the honor committee board .17Concerned
student/s shall be informed by the board regarding the verdict for him/her to
start clearing-out or make an appeal if there are merits. For OCS, the
school honor code of cadet applies.
6. Punishment
6.1. Honor Code conviction is tantamount to immediate
declaration of failure in the course. Hence, student/s found guilty of honor
violation shall be declared failure in the course.
6.2. Student/s found guilty of honor violation shall no longer
attend classes. Appropriate termination order of schooling or DS with the
school will be published by Headquarters, TRADOC.
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1 An added provision to ensure impartiality on case of reported student.
2An added provision to ensure that due credit is given to the owner/s or writer/s of the
materials being used as references. 3. Academic Awards
3 Inputs from final deliberation of Blue Book dtd 11 January 2008.
3.1. One of the following awards categorized into percentage is
4 With reference to Academic Bulletin Number 134 dtd 07 September 2005. given to student graduating as number one in his/her class with no grades
5,6,7,8
below 85 percent in all events both academic and non-academic2. Student
With reference to Academic Bulletin Number 134 dtd 07 September 2005.
entitled to these awards are taking-up career and specialization courses
9,10 With reference to Academic Bulletin Number 134 dtd 07 September 2005. only. The range of points to be earned to qualify for the specific award is
prescribed as follows:
11,12 With reference to Academic Bulletin Number 134 dtd 07 September 2005.
Questionable evidence should always favors the accused student/s. TYPE OF AWARD GRADE IN PERCENT
13 Formerly a majority decision is enough to convict the student.
Commanding General, PA Award 95.00 – 100.00
14 This is to preempt violation of the honor code. (Order of Gen Emilio Aguinaldo)
15 Command policy in order to thoroughly weigh facts and character of the accused and
witnesses.
Commander, TRADOC Award 94.00 – 94.99
(Order of Gen Antonio Luna)
16 An added provision to emphasize confidentiality of an honor violation case.
CS, PA Award 93.00 – 93.99

3.2. In the case of civilian employee, the Order of Francisco

Baltazar is given to the graduating student provided it is consistent with
para 3.1 otherwise, he/she qualifies for the CS, PA Award. For female
officer and soldier (including WAC), the category of Melchora Aquino and
Teodora Alonzo is given respectively.

SECTION VII 3.2. In the case of civilian employee, the Order of Francisco
Baltazar is given to the graduating student provided it is consistent with
AWARDS para 3.1 otherwise, he/she qualifies for the CS, PA Award. For female
officer and soldier (including WAC), the category of Melchora Aquino and
1. General – In recognition of the academic and non-academic Teodora Alonzo is given respectively.
excellence of students, awards in the form of plaques, certificates of merits,
commendations and the likes has been authorized. This shall apply only to Commander, Light Armor Division, PA Armor Courses
courses prescribed in the Army Operating Programs (AOP) and/or with HPA
published training directive. Commander, Army Signal Group, PA Signal Courses

2. Outstanding Student. Student/s graduating in the course with a Army Chief Engineer Engineer Courses
general average of 95% or higher and with no grade lower than 85% in all
events both academic and non-academic is considered as an Army Chief Quartermaster QM Courses
OUTSTANDING STUDENT. Officers, enlisted personnel and civilian
personnel considered as outstanding students shall be receiving an “Award Inspector General, PA IG Courses
of Excellence” from the Commander, TRADOC.1
 Army Chief OCOCS Ordnance Courses (plaque/certificate of recognition) from the Commandant/Unit Commander.
The number two and three shall receive a Letter of Commendations
CO, Finance Center, PA Finance Courses provided they do not have a failing grade in any of the event.

Army Adjutant General AGS Courses 6.3. In case a student graduating as number one of the class
does not qualify in any of the foregoing awards, he/she shall receive an
Army Chief Surgeon Medical Aidman Courses appropriate award from the Commandant/Unit Commander of the school
provided his/her general average is not be lower than 85%. 6
Chief, Civilian Personnel, PA Civilian Employee Career
Courses 6.4. For student of Officers Candidate School (OCS), the
following awards shall be given:
4. Commandant’s Award from the Commandant of school or its
equivalent shall be given to the student who obtained the highest average TYPE OF AWARD CATEGORY
rating in non-academic portion of the course only, provided he/she has no
grade below 85 percent in any events.5 Commanding General, Philippine Army Saber For student graduating
number one
Vice Commander, Philippine Army Plaque For student graduating
5. Physical Proficiency Award number two
Chief of Staff, Philippine Army Plaque For student graduating
5.1. The Commander, TRADOC Award for Physical number three
Proficiency (Order of Bernardo Carpio) shall be given to student/s who Commander, TRADOC, Philippine Army Saber For the Battalion
will attain a rating of 100% general average in the physical fitness test Commander
(PFT). If the recipient is a female, the category of this award shall be
“Order of Gabriela Silang”. 1,2 Academic Bulletin number 138 dtd 23 February 2006.
3,5 Inputs from final deliberation of Blue Book dtd 11 January 2008
5.2. The CS, TRADOC Award for Physical Proficiency shall be
given to the student/s who will attain the highest rating in the Physical 4Revised due to the Office of the Chief Infantry is non-existence anymore. It shall be given
Fitness Test (PFT) below 100% and with no rating below 85% in any of the by the Commandant, CAS or the most senior Infantry Officer of TRADOC.
PFT events. 6 Academic Bulletin number 138 dtd 23 February 2006.
5.3. For OCS, the Physical Proficiency Award shall be given by
the Mayor of Capas, Tarlac.

6. Other Awards/Commendations

6.1. Students who obtained a general average of 90% and above,

and do not qualify under any of the foregoing awards will be given a Letter
of Commendation from the Commandant/Unit Commander of respective
school provided they do not have a failing grade in any event.

6.2. In cases where the top three of the class obtained a grade
below 90%, the number one shall receive an appropriate award