Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1518)
The main purpose is to convert the Philippine College of Arts and Trades into the Technological University of the Philippines, define its objectives, organizational structure, functions, and expand its programs.
It aims to provide higher and advanced vocational, technical, industrial, technological, and professional education and training, focusing on scientific, technological, and vocational efficiency to support national development.
The governing body is the Board of Regents, composed of the Minister of Education and Culture as Chairman, the President of the University as Vice-Chairman, a representative of NEDA, and two prominent citizens appointed by the President of the Philippines.
The Board of Regents enacts rules and regulations, appropriates funds, approves curricula, confers degrees, confirms appointments, fixes tuition fees, authorizes construction and repairs, and manages donations and trusts for the University.
The appointed members serve terms of four years, with the first group serving two and four years respectively; in case of permanent vacancy, the appointee serves only the unexpired term.
The President of the Philippines appoints the University President upon recommendation of the Minister of Education and Culture and consultation with the Board of Regents, for a term of six years renewable for another term.
The Administrative Council, chaired by the University President and composed of vice presidents, deans, directors, and officials of equal rank, implements policies governing administration, management, and development planning.
The Academic Council consists of the University President as Chairman and all professors. It prescribes curricula, rules, and discipline; fixes admission and graduation requirements; recommends degrees; and has disciplinary power over students, subject to Board approval.
No, faculty members are exempt from civil service examinations and regulations as a requisite for appointment according to this decree.
No, the decree explicitly states that no student shall be denied admission on such grounds.
The Treasurer of the Philippines serves as the ex-officio treasurer, and all accounts and expenses must be audited by the Commission on Audit or its authorized representative.
All buildings, equipment, facilities, and parcels of land bounded by Ayala Boulevard, San Marcelino Street, and Estero de Balete, including the Research and Training Center, are transferred to the University. Additionally, ten hectares shall be proclaimed for expansion.
No, members do not receive compensation but are reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses incurred attending meetings or authorized official functions.
The Board of Regents may authorize construction, repair, and purchase of supplies and equipment regardless of other laws, using funds from authorized appropriations.
The University can receive legacies, gifts, and donations of real and personal property, to be administered for the benefit of the University or students. Such donations are tax-exempt and deductible from the donor’s income tax.