Home APACC Manual Chapter 2 Criterion V

The presence of the institution should be recognized by the community.  Its image is enhanced by extending its expertise through Extension and Consultancy, and sharing, or getting support to, its expertise through Linkages.

2.5.1 Extension

The Extension function of the institution involves the application of existing and new knowledge and technology and those generated in the institution to improve the quality of life of the people. Through the Extension program, they are empowered with appropriate knowledge, skills and attitudes.

 

Indicators

Elements

Indicator A - Program of Extension

 

1. The institution has an official Program of Extension based on community needs and its capability to provide the expertise.

2. The presence of the institution in the community is felt through its Program of Extension

3. The staff consistently performs planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of extension services in the community.

Indicator B - 

Faculty Members Participation in Extension Projects

1.   The faculty members are involved in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of extension services provided to the community.

Indicator C - Management of Extension

1. There is adequate funding for extension projects, and provision of other forms of support from the institution

2. The institution links with other agencies, organizations and industrial entities in the funding or conduct of extension activities.

2.5.2 Consultancy

Availing of the services of the institution by community and industries by inviting its faculty members as Consultants is recognition of the competence of the institution to provide expert services.

 

Indicators

Elements

Indicator- Consultancy Program

1.    The institution organizes a pool of experts to provide consultancy services along identified specializations. A record of availment of expert services provided by the institution is maintained.

2.     Within the frame of income-generating projects the institution derives income from consultancies rendered by its faculty members and constituents.

 

2.5.3 Linkages

Indicators

Elements

Indicator A - Linkages with Industry

1.   Industry and community are involved in curricular design, implementation and evaluation, industrial internship, OJT and apprenticeship.  

Indicator B - Consortia/Arrangements with Educational Institutions

1.   The institution enters into consortia/arrangements with other educational institutions for the purpose of faculty and student exchanges.

 
 
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