The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Education (BSIE) is a four-year ladderized academic program designed to prepare students for teaching technical courses in secondary and college levels, including vocational schools. The program covers a variety of technical and technological subjects, including Automotive, Civil, Drafting, Electrical, Electronics, Food and Garments Technology, Computer and Refrigeration and Air-conditioning. The program aims to strengthen the students’ knowledge of technical skills and effective teacher education. BSIE is a ladderized program, meaning that the students who successfully complete each year level and pass the TESDA Competency Assessment are issued the National Certificate (NC) of that particular level.

Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who want to pursue a degree in Industrial Education are encouraged to take the Industrial Arts strand under the Technical-Vocational and Livelihood (TVL) track. The strand provides students manual skills and familiarity with the tools and machines used in the industrial scene. Since the strand is very  , students will learn about the technical work such a repair and installation, welding, carpentry, construction, and plumbing. 

Students who want to focus on the education part of the program may opt to take the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand under the Academic track. The curriculum focuses on human behavior, literature, education, politics, liberal arts, and society. The HUMSS strand will cover relevant topics that may be further discussed in their college lectures. 

Subjects and Curriculum

• Principles of Teaching

• Strategies of Teaching

• Educational Technology

• Assessment of Student Learning

• Basic Drafting

• Carpentry and Masonry

• Basic Electricity

• Commercial Graphic Arts

• General Metal Works

• Plumbing, Handicraft

• Auto-Electrical

• Elementary Agriculture

• Refrigeration and Air-conditioning with HVAC

• Computer Aided Design

• Occupational Health and Safety Practices

• Basic Electronics

• Automotive

• Technopreneurship 

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

• The student must be a high school graduate. However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.

• The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

• Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)

• Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor

• Most recent medical and dental health record

• Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate

• Certificate of Good moral character

• Copy of honorable dismissal

• Copy of high school diploma

• (1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Industrial Education graduates are expected to be able to:

• Explain the rootedness of education in philosophical, socio-cultural, historical, psychological, and political contexts

• Demonstrate mastery of the discipline

• Facilitate learning using various teaching methodologies appropriate to learners and their environment

• Develop innovative curriculum, instructional plans, teaching approaches, and resources for different types of learners

• Abide with professional and ethical teaching standards whether it’s local, national, or global

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in educational institutions.

Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.

Board Exam

To become a Licensed teacher in the Philippines, a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Industrial Education needs to pass the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET). The examination is conducted by the Board of Professional Teachers under the supervision of the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC). The LET exam is usually conducted twice a year during the month of January and July.

There is also an option to take the Teacher Certificate Program (TCP), a non-degree program for graduates of any Bachelor’s degree who intend to become teachers. TCP is considered to be the fastest way to get into the Teaching Profession, requiring only 18 units of Professional Education. Individuals who successfully completed the TCP is given a certification and is qualified to take the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).

Career Opportunities

Graduates of Bachelor Science of Industrial Education may pursue a career path in any educational institutions. They could apply as a vocational teacher, technical instructor, high school teacher, university professor, mechanic, or technician.