Mechanical Engineering - Board Law_1

Republic Act No. 8495

An Act regulating the practice of mechanical engineering in the Philippines, known as the Philippine Mechanical Engineering Act of 1998.

Practice of Mechanical Engineering

Performing consultation, design, management, supervision, or teaching of mechanical engineering services.

Board of Mechanical Engineering

A regulatory body created to supervise and license mechanical engineers in the Philippines.

Qualifications of Board Members

Members must be natural-born citizens, at least 35 years old, and have at least 10 years of professional mechanical engineering experience.

Professional Mechanical Engineer

A licensed engineer who has met specific educational and experience requirements to practice mechanical engineering.

Continuing Professional Education (CPE)

Programs that licensed mechanical engineers must complete to maintain their licensing status.

Certificate of Registration

Documentation provided by the Board to certify that an individual is a licensed mechanical engineer.

Moral Turpitude

Conduct that is considered contrary to community standards of justice, honesty, or good morals.

Seal of a Professional Mechanical Engineer

A unique mark that professional engineers use to validate their designs and documents.

Licensure Examination

A required test that must be passed in order to become a licensed mechanical engineer.

Categories of Mechanical Engineers

Three classes are recognized: Professional Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, and Certified Plant Mechanic.

Integration of Mechanical Engineers

The unification of all licensed mechanical engineers into a national organization accredited by the Board.

Violation of the Code of Ethics

Any wrongdoing or misconduct that goes against the established ethical standards for mechanical engineers.

Issuance of Special Permits

Temporary permits granted to foreign engineers to practice mechanical engineering in the Philippines under specific conditions.

Renewal of License

The process by which licensed mechanical engineers must apply to maintain their professional licensing status.

Grounds for Suspension and Revocation

Reasons that may lead to the cancellation or suspension of a mechanical engineer's license or registration, including fraud or incompetence.

Regulatory Measures

Protocols established by the Board to ensure the proper practice of mechanical engineering and to promote professional development.

Technical Reports

Detailed documents prepared by engineers outlining the specifications, calculations, and results of engineering work.

Enforcement Agency

The Professional Regulation Commission, responsible for implementing the provisions of the Mechanical Engineering Act.

Administrative Investigation

Process undertaken by the Board to examine complaints against registered mechanical engineers.