The institution provides an environment which is conducive to effective teaching and learning and which supports the educational programs offered by the institution. The adequacy of financial resources, physical plant and facilities, library, classrooms, workshops/laboratories, information technology, multi-media center and general education laboratories are paramount.
2.6.1 Financial Resources
Indicators
Elements
Indicator A - Financial Resources
1.The institution secures adequate financial resources for its maintenance and operation to achieve the objectives and for future development.
2.The annual budget is increased based on the needs of the institution.
Indicator B - Financial Management
1.There is a mechanism to ensure proper financial management through external audits.
2.There is a viable system of income-generation aside from having the recurring budget.
3.The key persons of the institution (like heads of departments) are involved in budget preparation, allocation, management and control
2.6.2 Physical Plant and Facilities
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Elements
Indicator A - School Campus
1.The school campus is located in a wholesome environment, safe from traffic and transportation hazards, sufficiently free from noise, dust, smoke and other polluting and distracting elements.
Indicator B - Classrooms
1. The size and number of classrooms are sufficient to accommodate the students enrolled in the institution as prescribed by the national standards.
2. The classrooms are properly equipped with furniture and audio-video aids as prescribed by the national standards.
Indicator C - Other Facilities and Conditions
1.The buildings, offices, food services, guidance and counseling units, hostels, dormitories and healthcare centers are functionally designed and constructed of strong and durable materials to withstand earthquakes, typhoons and fire hazards and other natural and man-made calamities.
2.6.3 Library
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Elements
Indicator A - Library Collection
1.The library is supplied with varied and adequate collection (print and non-print) and instructional materials to serve the needs of the faculty members, staff, students and other clientele. The library supplements its collection through consortia, networking, library cooperative activities and resource-sharing with other libraries.
Indicator B - Library Space and Facilities
1.The library provides comfortable and accessible space and appropriate facilities, including internet facilities to serve the institution's population.
Indicator C - Library Management System
1.The library management is efficient in providing services to the students, faculty and staff and other clientele. Efforts are being made to switch to electronic/ digital library.
Indicator D - Other Related Library Matters
1. Adequate budget is allocated for the operation of the library.
2. There is sufficient number of qualified library staff.
2.6.4 Workshops/Laboratories
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Elements
Indicator A -
Equipment/Tools and Supplies/Materials
1. The equipment/tools and supplies/materials are adequately provided in accordance with the prescribed requirements.
2. The equipment/tools and supplies/materials are properly checked and cleaned.
Indicator B -
Workshops/Laboratories Management
1.The laboratories and workshops comprise of spacious, properly equipped, and well-ventilated structures in accordance with the prescribed requirements.
2.Provisions to minimize exposure to risks and to prevent accidents are effective.
2.6.5 Information Technology
Indicators
Elements
Indicator A - Computers and Licensed Software
1.Adequate numbers of high capacity computers, equipped with internet connection and required software are provided to satisfy the requirements.
Indicator B -
Other Information Technology Units
1. Functional multi-media center is available to satisfy the instructional requirements.
2. Information technology equipment is well-maintained and properly kept.
3. There are adequate competent teachers and technicians to maintain and operate the equipment.