University of Southeastern Philippines
Bo. Obrero Campus, Davao City
Institute of Computing
TRAVEL REPORT
Manila
Field
Trip Overview
In this modern era, we all know that
technology became the center of some of the peoples’ lives. Most of these
people became so dependent on the things that the technology can do to them.
Some people also cannot do work without the aid of the new technologies. As a
BS in Information Technology and BS in Computer Science students, we are in
line with the creation and development of these technologies. With that, we
should be exposed and must be the first to know of the most current technology
that exists. But, due to the fact that we were in a public school, and we do
not have enough resources to support us in the learning process, we must have
to be exposed outside our shell. And that is the reason why Field Trip and
Seminars subject was part of the new curriculum.
Before
we can proceed with what we are going to do on our field trip, a survey was
conducted to know on what category the parent would want their children to
have. Majority of us chose the Set A which comprises a single Major Field Trip,
one National Seminar, one Minor Field Trip and an Interpersonal Activity.
It
was on July 5 that we had our team building or interpersonal activity. Its
purpose is for us to be acquainted with each and everyone so that when we will
be on our trip outside Mindanao, we already know each other. We also had our
Minor Field Trip at the PSSCC last August 25, 2012. And on the 10th of September, we
went to Manila for our 5-day field trip to visit and to learn about different
IT companies as well as to attend to the National Seminar which is the Y4IT. It
was a very nice experience for all of us to witness different kinds of bigger
companies and establishments here in the Philippines. It was also overwhelming to know that the IT
industry made a great impact in the development of our country nowadays.
DAY 1
Our flight to Manila was 7:45 in the
morning so we were expected to be at the airport two hours before. Most of us
were first timers to ride on an airplane, so most of us were afraid but excited
to experience it. Some of us also did not spend their time to sleep because
they were too afraid that they might not wake with the alarm they set. I was so
excited during that time since this would be another new experience for me. I
arrived at the airport 5:30 in the morning together with my classmate. Since we
are 15 minutes in advanced, we decided to take a video and picture of us. I can
see faces of excitement as I was looking at my classmates’ expressions. I was
indeed very happy that I can also share this same experience with my
friends. When we finally arrived at the
Ninoy International Airport, we were welcomed by our travel agency which is the
Maynilad Travel and Educational Tours. We ate our breakfast inside the bus
since we were running out of time and we have to be on our first company visit
at 11:00 in the morning.
Today, I went on a company visit to
…
On our itinerary, we will be
visiting two companies on our first day. And the first company that we visited
was the DOST-STII or the Department of Science and Technology-Science
Technology Information Institute and then after lunch, we immediately went to
the Traffic Engineering (MMDA) at EDSA, Makati City.
What I learned?
Since we were tired that time, I
haven’t got the chance to listen carefully with what the speakers said in
front. But there were certain things that I know I learned from them. One of
the famous lines that I like was ‘In order to transform, you have to be
informed’. In this advanced world, we all know that technology became a part of
the development of our country as well as in the field of science. I also
learned that in order to transform, they have to have the synergy of forces in
science and technology to create innovations and to work together to form their
ideas into actions. In the Department of Science and Technology, they also have
what they call HITS which means High,
Impact, Technology, Solutions.
Through technology they were able to create and developed different kinds of
systems and inventions, one of which were the Hybrid Weather Monitor Sensor,
Vacuum Packaging Machine, OL Trap, Automated Guide way Transit System and many
more.
On the second company which is the Metropolitan
Manila Development Authority, there were also certain things that I learned.
Same with the Public Safety and Security Command Center here in Davao City, they
are also the one who maintains the peace and order of the city. One of the
primary concerns of the MMDA is the traffic.
They monitor the traffic of the city and the crimes happening by the
cameras they build around the metropolitan. They are also using huge monitors
to see the 360 degrees view shot by the cameras. I also learned that they are
using Metro Manila traffic navigator in monitoring the city that helps them
view the traffic information.
What I like?
I like the DOST-STII company simply
because they introduced us formally and discussed to us important information
that we, students must know. They also shared to us about what the current
issues they are facing today and on how we can greatly help them by developing
innovative and creative ideas.
On
the other hand, what I like about the MMDA is that they allowed us to view
their monitoring room wherein we saw the people doing their job or the people
behind the CCTV cameras viewing around the city. They answered also all our
doubts and questions to them.
What I didn’t like?
At the DOST-STII, what I didn’t like
is that there were only few parts of the lecture about technical topics which
would be much more related with our courses. I also didn’t like the venue of
their lecture area since it makes me dizzy with their dim environment. It would
be much more interesting if the environment is really alive.
However,
what I didn’t like about the MMDA is that they don’t have bigger spaces for
their lecture part. There were 69 of us inside a single room that is not really
good when you want to listen to them and by that you cannot concentrate.
DAY 2
This
is the second day of our trip and I guess this day some of us could rest for a
bit since this is the only place that we will be at base on our itinerary. It
was 5:00 in the morning when Kuya Carlo called to wake us up. We were very
tired get up but we have to, so that we can have our breakfast at the lobby and
be on time for our next visit. All of us were finally on the bus at 6:30 in the
morning. Since, it was too early to go directly to UP, we had our side trip at
the ABS-CBN compound wherein we took pictures at the famous house in the
Philippines which is the PBB house. After that, we were on our way to the
University of the Philippines. We also took pictures at the famous statue of
oblation and then went on for the registration.
Today, I went on a company visit to
…
Today,
I went on a company visit to UP Diliman. The Y4IT was held there so it was
expected that thousands of participants from other schools will be
participating on the said event. There were three venues inside the school
wherein the events where going on. We chose first to visit the UP Bahay ng
Alumni since the UP was over crowded and then we went to the UP theatre in the
afternoon.
The
opening remarks were given to us by the Philippine Society of Information
Technology Educators (PSITE) President and as well as a USeP professor who is
no other than our very own Dr. Randy Gamboa. We were so proud to see our
teacher giving speech in front of hundreds of participants from other schools.
And to show our deepest gratitude, we made a very loud shout and applause after
his opening remarks. There were also
some more inspiring messages before the event finally started.
What I learned?
When
we were at the UP Bahay ng Alumni, I learned about the development and trends
in the arts of animation and also the ways on how to make marketing as easy as
it is. First is to make the product, second is to give the price, find a place
to sell it in and do some promotions. There are also ways on how to do your
promotions. One is through digital signage when you want to promote your design
and another thing is the data screen when you want to design for information.
On
the afternoon schedule, we went to the more convenient place which is at the UP
theatre since the program at the UP Bahay ng Alumni will end at noon. There
were lots of speakers that inspire each and every one of us to strive more on
our dream. During the lecture one speaker that caught my attention is Ms
Samantha Jade Sadural of the University of the Philippines Baguio with her
project called SPREAD (Speech and Phoneme Recognition as Education Aid for the
Deaf Children). This is an
application having a voice recognition system that analyzes the vocalization of
the child and provide feedback on the proper way of pronouncing a certain set
of words. She shared to us her challenges and trials in life before she
successfully developed the said application.
I
also learned about ways on how to prepare the career that we may chose someday.
One of the speaker said that having the BSIT and BSCS course is not really
familiar to the ears of many of the Filipinos. Some may ask. What do you do? Or
what is your job? Oftentimes we really do not know what we were doing or what
would be the possible term or the word for the job that we have that would
probably be understood by the people. During the lecture I also learned and
seen how the editing process of a movie takes place.
What I like?
What I like about the Youth for
Information Technology Seminar is that it inspires each and every one of us to
strive on our dreams in life especially in the field of technology. There were
some of the aspiring young speakers there who shared their life experiences and
success in their lives. I also liked the seminar because I got to learn more
about the field or the course that I took.
What I didn’t like?
I haven’t got the chance to tour
around the whole campus as well as the other venue of the event which is at the
UP Film Institute. However, my experience at the University of the Philippines
was good and so there weren’t things that I really did not like about the
environment or the people or the event. Being at the Youth for Information
Technology is a nice and fun experience.
DAY 3
Today is the third day of our
company visit. Since this was already our third day, we became immune with the
environment as well as with the wakeup call. We woke up as early as yesterday
and so we were prepared and got on the bus before time.
Today, I went on a company visit to
…
On the third day of our tour, we
visited the Innovation Laboratory and Telecommunications Education Center of
PLDT or the Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company. And according to our
itinerary, after PLDT we will be visiting the Social Security System (SSS) at
the East Avenue Quezon City.
What I learned?
There were lots of things that I
learned about the PLDT Company since they have prepared everything for us.
After our orientation, they tour us on their mini museum where we found the
evolution of the telephone since the early times. I learned that it was on
November 28, 1938 that the PLDT Company was born. On 1959-1968, they call it
the “Age of Change” because the PLDT was transformed itself into a Filipino
controlled corporation in 1967 with entry of industrial headed by Ramon
Conjuanco. On the year 1969-1978, it was entitled the “Age of Control”. It was
because they were providing power of control in the hands of consumers through
the invention of the picture phone in 1970. And on 1979-1988, the age of
revolution was born. Cellular phones, fax, X-4 program electronic switching
equipment was developed. On the year 1998, the first single chip microprocessor
was announced.
On the other way around, I also
learned a lot about the Social Security System or the SSS. On their technical
part of the lecture, they shared to us the evolution of their technology. It
was on 1970 that the SSS started using computers supplied by the NCR. On the
year 1983-1986, they have been using other installations to do batch processing
due to SSS NCR legal dispute. And on the year 1986-1992, they started using
oracle RDBMS. And on the year 1992 onwards, they have been expanding their
services as a result of increased membership having a total of 101 online
branches in the country.
I also learned that being a member
of the SSS or the Social Security System is very important most especially when
you are in an emergency. SSS is somehow a call for help where you can get your
benefits and it is also with the SSS that you can get your retirement grants.
Being a member of the SSS will not only benefit us in the near future but it
also helps our country as well.
What I like?
What I like about the PLDT Company
is their nice accommodation to us. Their environment is also friendly and they
were able to tour us around their building. We got to learn more about their
company because we have seen the actual work place and the systems that they
are using. I also liked the way that the SSS accommodated us; they even
prepared a simple program for us. They also give us tokens of appreciation
every time we got the answers correct to their questions. They allowed us also
to tour around their building and they’ve been able to demonstrate to us on how
to apply for the SSS membership. It was really a nice experience back there.
What I didn’t like?
One
thing that saddened me is that we were not allowed to take pictures inside. It
would be nice to keep a picture to their mini museum. But due to the strict
security, we are not allowed to do so.
And another thing that upsets me is that they are not concerned with the
time. We started our orientation at 9:00 am but we ended up at 1:00 in the
afternoon. Our energy was declining that we weren’t able to listen carefully
with the last part of the lecture. However, we really learned a lot from them.
The thing that I didn’t like about
the SSS is that there is only few of us who experienced or somehow seen the
actual process on how to apply for a membership. Simply because, they do have
smaller spaces enough to accommodate half of us. Even so, we were able to
understand a bit of it because he explained it to us briefly before they did
the actual thing. Overall, it was a nice and cool experience.
DAY 4
On
the fourth day of our tour we only visited one company since it is located far
from where we were staying. And also it was on our itinerary that we are going
to the place of fun and excitement which is the Enchanted Kingdom at Laguna in
the afternoon. I consider this day as the best day of all since this day
doesn’t focused only on the things that we have to learn from different
companies but this day reminds us that we can also have fun on our tour and
visit places that we’ve never been before.
Today, I went on a company visit to
…
The
only company that we visited today is the Tsukiden Electronics Philippines,
Inc. (formerly known as Laguna
Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider in the Philippines. They
provide services like PCB assembly, SMT on flex assembly, and computer box
build assembly.
What I learned?
The
Tsukiden Electronics Philippines, Inc. located in Canlubang, Calamba City is
the only branch of this Japanese company here in the Philippines. On their
lecture part I learned about the process on how they do the making of
electronic chips. It was not an easy job since it requires more effort and
patience when you are trying to put those little things together. That is the
reason why when we enter to their building, we are not allowed to make any
noise that may result to the disturbance of the workers. They also showed us
videos on the actual process. I also learned that they are the ones who program
to some of the known printer brands.
What I like?
What
I like about this company is that they do have the cleanest surroundings and
the quietest place among all the
companies we’ve been to. Mainly because it is a Japanese company and their job
needs to be at the safest, cleanest and quietest place as ever to avoid
distractions and mistakes. There lecture room also is very comfy that’s why we
were able to listen to their discussions and mainly because their company is
much related to our courses most especially the Bachelor of Computer Science
students.
What I didn’t like?
Their
company was really nice because it was much related to our courses. But much to
our disappointments, they did not allow us to have a plant tour instead they
only showed to us videos on the process of making their products. It was also
mentioned on their lecture some things that we probably don’t want to know like
every year they do their Christmas Parties, Banner Contests and the likes. That
is why it became the laugh talk of most of my classmates when we were at the
bus.
DAY
5
Today is the last day of our trip.
We can see faces of sadness and excitement among my classmates as we are going
to bid our farewell to our tour guides, manager of our tour, bus drivers and to
our hotel. Our flight was scheduled at 6:00 in the evening so we are expected
to be at the airport 2 hours before the time. But before that, in the morning,
we were scheduled to visit the last company on our list on our last day. And we
were so amazed and inspired. The tour indeed saves the best company for last.
Today, I went on a company visit to
…
J.P.
Morgan and Chase Company located at Bonifacio Global, Taguig City, Philippines.
It was the only branch of the company here in the Philippines. On our way in, we were so astounded because
based on what I saw; it was the richest company I have ever been to. The
security there was also tight because when you would bring a camera, it must be
registered first. And one of the guides there said that if you would take a picture
inside, your camera will be confiscated and be brought to Singapore. That is
why we only bought one camera for everyone.
What I learned?
I
learned that J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. was established in the Philippines
year 1961. Its primary service is investment banking, commercial banking and
treasury; equity sales, research, and trading operations; and retail loan and
card services in the republic. I also learned that this company is the richest
company or shall I say the leading financial firm globally. They do their first
class business in a first class way. It was also being featured by the Fortune
magazine as being the most admired company. Being at the J.P. Morgan Chase
& Co. is a great opportunity for us.
What I like?
I
really like the J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. because they allowed us to be in
their company and learn more about their services. I like the way they
accommodate us and appreciate us when we are trying to asked questions from
them. They even give tokens of appreciation to my classmates who showed much
enthusiasm about their company by asking lots of questions. I also like their
free drinking machine. They said that it was built for those applicants who
would wait at the lobby. I also like the interior of their building because as
we were inside, you can feel that you’re a first class person. It was so classy
and clean. It was as if you were in movies.
What I didn’t like?
The
only thing that I get disappointed is that we weren’t able to take pictures
inside during lectures. But I also understand it because it was all for the
security purposes. However, we were able to take picture of us together at the
lobby so it was all worth it.
APPENDIX
Recommendation
We were the third batch who took the subject Field Trip and Seminars ever since it became part of the BSIT and BSCS curriculum. But before we can proceed to our proper field trip outside Mindanao, lots of requirements must be submitted to the President of this University so that it will be official. One of the major troubles that we faced is that we weren’t able to submit the requirements two weeks before the supposed submission. And that is the reason why we experienced cramming, stressed and exhaustion just because we worked with the requirements a week before our flight. It was for the reason that it was also too late to realize that the CHED ordered a new memorandum about the field trip and seminars requirements. My recommendation to the next batch of field trip and seminars is that they will be much aware of the time so that proper requirements for the field trip will be prepared beforehand.
We were the third batch who took the subject Field Trip and Seminars ever since it became part of the BSIT and BSCS curriculum. But before we can proceed to our proper field trip outside Mindanao, lots of requirements must be submitted to the President of this University so that it will be official. One of the major troubles that we faced is that we weren’t able to submit the requirements two weeks before the supposed submission. And that is the reason why we experienced cramming, stressed and exhaustion just because we worked with the requirements a week before our flight. It was for the reason that it was also too late to realize that the CHED ordered a new memorandum about the field trip and seminars requirements. My recommendation to the next batch of field trip and seminars is that they will be much aware of the time so that proper requirements for the field trip will be prepared beforehand.
Another thing that I can recommend to
the FTS program as well as to the future batch is to tell their parents in
advanced if they are sure enough to take the subject. Money is hard to find. During
our meeting, when the final payment for the trip was announced, some of us
weren’t able to pay the amount on time. That is why not all of us got the cheapest
airline ticket.
The
last thing that I can recommend is to choose the best among the best companies
here in the Philippines. It was really a great honor and a pleasure to be
inside one of the biggest and largest companies in the country. It would also
be best to choose those companies who would mainly talk about things related to
BSIT and BSCS field.
Blog
URL
mythoughtsandi02.blogspot.com/2012/10/major-field-trip-travel-report.html
PICTURES
DAY 1 PICTURES
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| DOST-STII |
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| Technology Application & Promotion Institute |
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| MMDA |
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| MMDA Monitoring Room |
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| UP Ang Bahay ng Alumni |
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| Y4IT |
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| UP Theatre |
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| UP Ang Bahay ng Alumni |
DAY 3 PICTURES
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| PLDT |
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| PLDT Innolab |
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| SSS |
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| SSS Member Assistance Center |
DAY
4 PICTURES
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| Tsukiden Building |
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| Enchanted Kingdom |
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| Enchanted Kingdom |
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| Enchanted Kingdom |
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| Enchanted Kingdom |
DAY 5 PICTURES
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| J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. |
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| J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. |
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| J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. |
List of Students
1. Abarquez, Argen Pearl
V.
2. Aberjedo, Che May Ann
A.
3. Alderite, Jon Ares A.
4. Amistoso, Emmanuel E.
5. Amora, Kristine Faith
M.
6. Anzano, Jordan M.
7. Asueros, April Anne A.
8. Bacaoco, Joanna P.
9. Barayan, Marco C.
10. Bargamento, Claire R.
11. Belayro, Yvonne P.
12. Bestis, Sheila Mae A.
13. Biloy, Victorio Q.
14. Bonto, April Mae B.
15. Cagnaan, Ruby Jean P.
16. Canoy, Jeffrey D.
17. Cariño, Louella
Marree C.
18. Casal, Sherry Ann
Marie J.
19. Catalan, Xevler B.
20. Chavez, Laian Joy D.
21. Chua, Rina Richie M.
22. Comidoy, Nikko P.
23. Cubelo, Jhun Rey T.
24. Datoy, Jerland O.
25. Dela Luz, Chenny G.
26. De Paz, Ricardo Jr.
R.
27. Diacono, Jose Jr. B.
28. Dicon, Jonie T.
29. Espina, Firlyvir T.
30. Flores, Brian
31. Flores, Roscel O.
32. Galindo, Jesmael G.
33. Gallardo, Jecris P.
34. Gascon, Miguel Paulo
Anthony
35. Insierto, Jeanie Joy
L.
36. Juarez, Jazel Noreen
C.
37. Larayos, Arpi S.
37. Larayos, Arpi S.
38. Lejano, Benjamin A.
39. Letchadores, Raquel
D.
40. Librea, Eldrin Jay
Chit L.
41. Literatus, Nikki P.
42. Magallen, Febie Jane
D.
43. Manipis, Ozy Hale D.
44. Mendez, Kevin P.
45. Miguel, John Cyril D.
46. Morado, Welfred L.
47. Narciso, Loren E.
48. Obiso, Karina N.
49. Olmedo, Kleant James
R.
50. Osiones, Vanessa Joy
C.
51. Paman, Jesse Rhey V.
52. Panoy, Rhea Eleonor
B.
53. Partosa, Therry Charm
R.
54. Perez, Jasper Humprey
O.
55. Polinar, Joemar M.
56. Reyes, Jomarie L.
57. Saclauso, Salveah M.
58. Salar, Mary Ann A.
59. Santos, Sandina Y.
60. Sarga, Myrine A.
61. Sarino, Jefalyn B,
62. Soriano, Uriel
Emmanuel R.
63. Sumalinog, Fretzeil
Mae V.
64. Tomanding, Khelly M.
65. Tomas, Jed Wil T.
66. Torres, Jay Erickson
T.
67. Travilla, Zyra Jane
M.
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