Lab guidlines

• What is the purpose of the Laboratory Guidelines and Policies document?

  To provide an overview of laboratory facilities, rules, procedures, and responsibilities for safe operation.
• Why is safety emphasized in the laboratory guidelines?

  To ensure safe, maintained, and preventive operation during laboratory hours.
• What are the main components included in the Laboratory Guidelines and Policies?

  • Procedures for requesting experiments
  • Experiment procedures
  • Housekeeping and hygiene
  • Chemical and equipment handling
  • Waste disposal
  • Safety and personal protective equipment
  • Laboratory documents and records
• What is the vision of the university?

  A premier national university that develops leaders in the global knowledge economy.
• What is the mission of the university?

  To produce leaders by providing a 21st-century learning environment through innovations in education and partnerships.
• What are the goals of the College of Engineering?

  • Develop well-rounded graduates with moral and ethical values
  • Promote excellence in engineering education
  • Encourage leadership and meaningful participation in engineering fields
• What are the specific objectives of the College of Engineering?

  1. Inculcate moral values and critical thinking in students
  2. Produce competent graduates for national and community needs
  3. Train students as leaders in engineering applications
  4. Encourage entrepreneurship in engineering
• What does a laboratory refer to in this context?

  A practicum application of learnings from respective programs.
• What programs are anchored to the Department of Chemical Engineering?

  BS Chemical Engineering, BS Food Engineering, BS Ceramics Engineering, BS Metallurgical Engineering, and MS Materials Science and Engineering.
• Who manages the laboratory resources?

  The Laboratory Management Committee.
• What regulations does the Department of Chemical Engineering comply with?

  Government regulations such as CHED, DENR, PRC, and national and international accreditation standards.
• What are the objectives of the Department of Chemical Engineering regarding laboratory safety?

  1. Implement rules for safe operation
  2. Lower risk of injury through training and information
  3. Minimize environmental and occupational hazards
  4. Safeguard laboratory resources
  5. Ensure compliance with local laws
• What is the role of the Dean of the College of Engineering?

  Responsible for the approval of laboratory requests and purchases.
• What does the Department Head of DCHE manage?

  Overall management of the DCHE Laboratories and recommends laboratory experiments.
• What is the responsibility of the Laboratory Coordinator?

  Recommend policies for safe operation and ensure implementation of guidelines.
• What does the Laboratory Technician do?

  Guides and monitors laboratory experiments and manages materials and reagents.
• What are the responsibilities of Laboratory Faculty in DCHE?

  • Observe and enforce safety rules
  • Conduct orientation on laboratory policies
  • Supervise students during experiments
  • Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment
• What capabilities do the Chemical Engineering Laboratories provide?

  • Conduct laboratory experiments for academic use
  • Facilitate research activities for students, faculty, and external users
  • Accommodate up to 10 groups per schedule
• Who should all documents and reports be submitted to for approval in the laboratory?

  Laboratory Coordinator and Department Head
• What is the role of the Laboratory Coordinator in the Department of Chemical Engineering?

  To report all activities and incidents in the laboratories
• What types of activities can be conducted in the Department of Chemical Engineering Laboratories?

  Laboratory experiments for academic and research use
• How many groups can the laboratories accommodate per schedule?

  Up to a maximum of 10 groups
• What are the official hours for the Chemical Engineering Laboratories?

  8 am to 5 pm from Mondays to Fridays
• Under what conditions can laboratory rooms be made available beyond official hours?

  When there is a scheduled laboratory class or an approved Laboratory Utilization Request
• What are the capabilities of the Chemical Engineering Storage Room?

  • Stores chemicals and supplies
  • Manuals, MSDS, and forms available
  • PPEs available
  • Fume hood and preparation table
• What equipment and features are available in the Chemical Engineering Laboratory Room?

  • Equipment and tools
  • Cabinets, laboratory table, and microscope table
  • Fume hood, sink, first aid kit, and fire extinguishers
  • Lecture area
• What is included in the Instrumentation Laboratory?

  • Laboratory table with cabinets and sinks
  • Equipment and tools stored in the cabinet
  • Lecture area
  • Eyewash station and fire extinguisher
• What equipment is available in the Food Engineering Laboratory?

  • Equipment and refrigerator
  • Laminar hood
  • Laboratory table, cabinets, and sinks
• What features are present in the Unit Operations Laboratory Room?

  • Unit Operations Equipment and tools
  • Eyewash station and fire extinguisher
  • Lecture area
• What types of experiments can students perform in the laboratories?

  Experiments such as drying, extraction, filtration, titration, and chromatography
• What is ensured regarding the equipment and reagents in the laboratories?

  They are well maintained, calibrated, and of fresh stock or freshly prepared prior to use
• What safety equipment is available in the Chemical Engineering-Analytical and Instrumentation Laboratory?

  • Three fire extinguishers
  • One eyewash station
  • One emergency shower station
• What safety equipment is available in the Unit Operations Laboratory?

  • One fire extinguisher
  • One eyewash station
  • One emergency shower station
• What is the purpose of the Laboratory Utilization Request?

  To ensure proper use of laboratory rooms and efficient utilization of equipment and facilities
• How should students coordinate for laboratory experiments?

  They must coordinate with the Laboratory Technician or Laboratory Coordinator a week prior to laboratory use
• What are the requirements for conducting experiments for academic use?

  1. Laboratory manual provided by the Laboratory Faculty
  2. Fully accomplished Laboratory Utilization Requests (Form A)
  3. Preparation of materials and equipment by the Laboratory Technician a day prior
  4. Coordination strictly a week prior to use
• What are the requirements for conducting experiments for research projects during daytime?

  1. Coordination with the Laboratory Technician or Coordinator a week prior
  2. Fully accomplished Laboratory Utilization Form B
  3. Notification of assigned supervisor upon approval
  4. Advisers encouraged to accompany thesis advisees
• What are the requirements for conducting experiments for research projects beyond official hours?

  1. Coordination with the Laboratory Technician or Coordinator a week prior
  2. Fully accomplished Laboratory Utilization Form B
  3. Parent’s/Guardian’s Laboratory Consent Form (Waiver)
  4. Notification of assigned supervisor upon approval
• How is the honorarium for supervising laboratory work calculated?

  Honorarium = Hourly Rate x (N1 x 1.25 + N2 x 1.5)
• What is the maximum number of groups that can be supervised by the laboratory-in-charge?

  Four groups