College of Technological Sciences - Cebu

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established = 1950
type = Non-sectarian, Co-Ed
president = Engr. Jose Mari T. Bigornia
city = Cebu City
state = Cebu
country = Philippines
former_names = Cebu Technical School
address = N. Bacalso Ave., Cor. R. Rallos Sr. St.
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website = [http://www.cts.edu.ph/ http://www.cts.edu.ph]

College of Technological Sciences - Cebu (CTS-C or better known as "CTS") is a small educational institution currently located at Corner R. Rallos Sr. St, N. Bacalso Avenue, Cebu City, Philippines.

History

The year 1950 marked the founding of the College of Technological Sciences, Inc. (formerly "Cebu Technical School"). It was originally housed at Doña Amparo Building at Corner Sanciangko & Junquera Sts., Cebu City.

Initially CTS offered the following courses:

*1 Year - Commercial Radiotelephone Operator
*2 Years - Commercial Radiotelegraph Operator
*2 Years - Radio Technician
*1 Year - Radio Mechanic1 Year - Auto Mechanic (Including Diesel Mechanic)

On March 18, 1958 the School was officially organized as a stock corporation pursuant to SEC Registration No. 16461. The founders committed themselves “to organize, establish, maintain, and conduct a progressive institution of learning of high academic standing which will emphasize vocational and technical knowledge . . .”

In 1969, CTS offered the following additional courses:

*1 Year - Refrigeration & Air-condition Mechanic
*1 Year - Applied/Practical Electricity

Curricula of courses offered were reviewed and redirected to make them relevant and responsive to the needs of industry. In 1973, courses offered were recognized by the Bureau of Private School.

In 1976, pursuant to Department Order No. 23, the two-year General Radio Communication Operator course was offered to meet the international standard for overseas employment, to which the Philippines was committed under the Geneva Convention.

In 1977, the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports approved CTS application to offer a five-year course leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering (BSECE).

In 1978, in answer to domestic and international shipping needs, CTS obtained approval to operate the following additional courses:

*2 Years - Marine Electronic Technician
*2 Years - Marine Electrical Technician
*2 Years - Marine Refrigeration Technician

Through the difficult years, the school has never lost sight of its mandate to mold young Filipinos in the field of sciences and technology. Its graduates has brought honors to their Alma Mater by topping government board exams. CTS has produced successful graduates who are now employed in the various sectors of economy, holding responsible positions in firms both public and private. Others have gone abroad earning foreign exchange for the country. Many more shall follow in their footsteps.

Today, CTS looks beyond the confines of its four walls. It has linkages with the leaders in education technology. Likewise, CTS has developed linkages with industry to conform its courses to the demands of industry.

Philosophy and Objectives

The College of Technological Sciences-Cebu (CTS) as a technological institution aims to organize, establish, maintain and conduct a progressive institution of learning of a high academic standing which will emphasize vocational and technical knowledge and, to this end operate vocational and technical courses in accordance with up-to-date vocational and technical method of educational training . . .

CTS has become one of the leaders, and should maintain being on top, in technical and vocational education in the country producing quality skilled mechanics, technicians, and engineering graduates who have successfully topped and passed the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) examinations for radio operators, and Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) examinations for master electricians, electronics and communication engineers. These workers work abroad or in the Philippines as civil servants and entrepreneurs.

Academic Programs

COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION (CHED) ACCREDITED PROGRAMS

*BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
*CPN (Certified Practical Nursing leading to Licensed Practical Nurse)
*BSECE (Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication Engineering)
*BSIT (Bachelor of Science in Information Technology)
*BSCompE (Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering)
*BSAT (Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology)
*Associate in Electrical Engineering
*Associate in Electronics Engineering
*Associate in Communication Engineering

TESDA ACCREDITED PROGRAMS

*General Radio Communication Operator
*Electronics Communication Technician
*Marine Electrical
*Marine Electronics
*Automotive Technology
*Digital Logic Computer Technician
*Electronics Technology
*Electrical Technology
*Plant Mechanic Technology
*Machine Shop Technology
*Communication Secretarial Course
*Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technology
*Business Machine Electronics Technician
*Civil Technology
*Automotive Mechanic Course
*Diesel Mechanic Course
*Practical Electricity Course
*Electronic Serviceman in Television Receiver
*Electronic Serviceman in Radio Receiver

ee also

*University of Cebu

External links

[http://www.cts.edu.ph Official Website]