VPAA-QF-10

CvSU Vision CvSU Mission

The premier university in historic Republic of the Philippines Cavite State University shall (a) provide excellent, equitable
Cavite globally recognized for CAVITE STATE UNIVERSITY and relevant educational opportunities in the arts, science and
excellence in character development, technology, (b) provide quality instruction and relevant research
Don Severino de las Alas Campus
academics, research, innovation and and development activities, (c) produce professional, skilled and
Indang, Cavite morally upright individuals, and (d) produce for globally
sustainable community engagement.
competitiveness graduates.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Department of Civil Engineering and Architecture

COURSE SYLLABUS
2nd Semester, AY 2023-2024

Lecture: ✔
Course Code CENG 121A Course Title Bridge Engineering Type Credit Units 3
Laboratory:
Course A specialized professional course for civil engineering students in structural engineering designed to understand the concepts, theories, and
Description principles in the design process of bridge structures
Pre-requisites Fourth Year Standing Course Schedule 9 – 11am (Th), 9 – 10am (Tue)
Students are expected to live by and stand for the following University tenets:

TRUTH is demonstrated by the student’s objectivity and honesty during examinations, class activities and in the development of projects.

EXCELLENCE is exhibited by the students’ self-confidence, punctuality, diligence and commitment in the assigned tasks, class performance
Core Values
and other course requirements.

SERVICE is manifested by the students’ respect, rapport, fairness and cooperation in dealing with their peers and members of the community.
In addition, they should exhibit love and respect for nature and support for the cause of humanity.

V03-2023-03-21
 The College shall endeavor to achieve the following goals:

1. Produce globally competent graduates who are imbued with technical expertise in the field of engineering and information technology,
with strong support for environmental preservation and guided by positive values and high ethical standards;
2. Conduct relevant research and development activities along engineering and information technology that would contribute to sustainable
Goals of the
College/ development in its service areas;
Campus 3. Implement effective training and outreach programs that emphasize self-help, critical thinking and life-long learning;
4. Manage engineering and information technology projects and enterprises to promote economically viable and environment-friendly
approaches and techniques; and
5. establish strong linkages with industries, non-governmental organizations, and other government entities in the local and international
arena for the realization of common goals.

The department shall endeavor to:

Objectives of 1. apply engineering principles particularly in the solution of problems related to Civil Engineering development
the 2. conduct relevant researches and development activities in the field of Civil Engineering
Department 3. promote the development and transfer of appropriate civil engineering technology
4. manage Civil engineering projects and enterprises that promote environmental preservation and protection; and
5. produce morally, upright professionals with entry-level competencies.

Program Educational Objectives (PEO) and Relationship to the University Mission

Three to five years after graduation, the civil engineering graduates: Mission

1. Demonstrate competency in their professional career and contribute towards Civil Engineering
profession and other related fields; 

2. Engage in multi-disciplinary professional fields within the needs and demands of society and its
integration into the social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects in local and/ or global 
context;

V03-2023-03-21
 3. Involve in professional development through continuous studies, research and development,

consultancy and entrepreneurial activities; and


4. Show traits of professionalism, sense of responsibility, equality, patriotism and moral values.

Student Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives

Program Educational Objectives

Program/ Student Outcomes (based on the program CMO)
(based on the program CMO)
By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall have the ability to:
1 2 3 4
a. apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex civil engineering problems;
 
b. design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;

c. design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, in
 
accordance with standards;
d. function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams;
 
e. identify, formulate, and solve complex civil engineering problems;
 
f. understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
  
g. communicate effectively civil engineering activities with the engineering community and with
 
society at large;
h. understand the impact of civil engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and
   
societal context;
i. recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning; 
j. know contemporary issues; 
k. use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice;
  
l. know and understand engineering and management principles as a member and leader of a
team in a multidisciplinary environment;    

m. Understand at least one specialized field of civil engineering practice.

  

V03-2023-03-21
 Course Outcomes and Relationship to Student Outcomes

Program Outcomes Addressed by the Course Program Educational Objectives (based on the program CMO)
After completing the course, the students will be able to:
a b c d e f g h i j k l m
Describe the basic concept and characteristics of
CO1. E E E E
bridge structures
CO2. Understand the principles and theories of bridge design E E E E
Demonstrate how to design a simple span reinforced
CO3. E E E E
concrete deck girder

*Level : I-Introductory E- Enabling D-Demonstrative

COURSE COVERAGE
Outcomes-
Teaching and Due Date of
Week Intended Learning Resources based
CO Topic Learning Mode of Delivery Submission
No. Outcomes (ILO) Needed Assessment
Activities (TLA) of Output
(OBA)
After the completion of Vision, Mission,  Orientation/  Face to face  Course  Recitation Week 1
the chapter, students Goals and Discussion Syllabus
will be able to: Objectives (VMGO)
Course Syllabus
Discuss the VMGO, Course Outline
1 PEOs, POs, Grading GAD Awareness
System, Classroom
and Examination
Policies

After the completion of I. Introduction to  Lecture/  Face to face  Reference  Quiz Week 3
the chapter, students the Course Discussion Books
will be able to:  Asynchronous  Assignment/
2 CO1 (Google Drives,  Multimedia Exercises
LO1. Define and Messenger)
explain the importance
and function of bridge
and its components

V03-2023-03-21
 After the completion of II. Bridge Planning  Lecture/  Face to face  Reference  Quiz Week 4
the chapter, students and Design Discussion Books
will be able to:  Asynchronous  Assignment/
(Google Drives,  Multimedia Exercises
LO2. Define the Messenger)
factors affecting the
3-4
CO1 selection of bridge
CO2 types

LO3. Discuss the key

points in planning and
design of bridges

After the completion of III. Bridge  Lecture/  Face to face  Reference  Quiz Week 6
the chapter, students Superstructure Discussion Books
will be able to:  Asynchronous  Assignment/
(Google Drives,  Multimedia Exercises
LO4. Identify the Messenger)
design criteria and
requirements for
CO1 bridge superstructures
5-6
CO2
LO5. Determine the
classifications, span
limits, number of
girders, selection of
superstructure type
and pedestrian bridges

After the completion of IV. Bridge  Lecture/  Face to face  Reference  Quiz Week 8
the chapter, students Substructures Discussion Books
will be able to:  Asynchronous  Assignment/
CO1 (Google Drives,  Multimedia Exercises
7-8
CO2 LO6. Determine the Messenger)
design criteria and
requirements for
bridge substructures

V03-2023-03-21
 LO7. Identify the
abutment types and
application, wing walls
and piers

CO1 & CO2

9 Midterm Examination Face to Face (50% of the students shall have a Week 9
rating of at least 70)
After the completion of V. Foundations  Lecture/  Face to face  Reference  Quiz Week 11
the chapter, students Discussion Books
will be able to:  Asynchronous  Assignment/
(Google Drives,  Multimedia Exercises
CO1 LO8. Determine the Messenger)
10-11
CO2 selection criteria and
requirements of
foundations (spread
footing and piled)

After the completion of VI. Loads and Load  Lecture/  Face to face  Reference  Quiz Week 15
the chapter, students Factors Discussion Books
will be able to:  Asynchronous  Assignment/
(Google Drives,  Multimedia Exercises
LO9. Define the load Messenger)
factors, dynamic load
allowance and load
CO2 combinations in bridge
12-14
CO3 design

LO10. Identify the

basic load
requirements in bridge
engineering

V03-2023-03-21
 After the completion of VII. Design of
the chapter, students Concrete Deck
will be able to: Slabs

LO11. Understand and

compute how to
design concrete deck
slabs in bridge

After the completion of VIII. Design of  Lecture/  Face to face  Reference  Quiz Week 17
the chapter, students Reinforced Discussion Books
will be able to: Concrete Deck  Asynchronous  Assignment/
Girders (Google Drives,  Multimedia Exercises
CO2
15-17 LO12. Understand Messenger)
CO3
how to design
concrete deck slabs in
bridge

CO1; CO2 & CO3

18 Final Examination Face to Face (50% of the students shall have a Week 18
rating of at least 70)

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Requirements:
1. Midterm Examination
2. Final Examination
3. Quizzes/ Exercises/ Assignments
4. Portfolio
5. Class Attendance

V03-2023-03-21
 GRADING SYSTEM

Midterm Exam – 20%

Final Exam – 20%
Attendance – 10%
Outputs/ Portfolio – 25%
Quizzes/ Exercises – 15%
Class Participation – 10%
Total 100%

*All exams must follow a Table of Specifications (TOS) and Rubrics for evaluation of student’ performance or projects

STANDARD TRANSMUTATION TABLE FOR ALL COURSES

Percentage Numerical Equivalent Remarks

96.7 – 100.0 1.00
93.4 – 96.6 1.25
90.1 - 93.30 1.50
86.7 – 90.0 1.75
83.4 – 86.6 2.00 Passed
80.1 – 83.3 2.25
76.7 – 80.0 2.50
73.4 – 76.6 2.75
70.00 – 73.3 3.00
50.0-69.9 4.00 Conditional
Below 50 5.00 Failed
Incomplete INC Passed the course but lack some requirements
Dropped DRP Official/ Unofficial

Dropped If unexcused absence is at least 20% of the Total Class Hours

Total Class Hours/Semester: 3-unit Lec – 54hrs

V03-2023-03-21
 CLASS POLICIES

A. Attendance
Students are not allowed to have 20% or more unexcused absences of the total face to face class hours; otherwise, they will be graded as “DROPPED”.

B. Classroom Decorum
During face-to-face mode
Students are required to:
1. wear identification cards at all times;
2. encourage to wear face mask;
3. clean the classroom before and after classes;
4. avoid unnecessary noise that might disturb other classes;
5. practice good manners and right conduct at all times;
6. practice gender sensitivity and awareness inside the classroom; and
7. come to class on time.

During distance mode

Students are required to:
1. sign an honor system pledge;
2. avoid giving or receiving unauthorized aid of any kind on their examinations, papers, projects and assignments,
3. observe proper netiquette during on-line activities, and
4. submit take home assignments on time.

C. Examination/ Evaluation
1. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced.
2. Mid-term and Final Examinations are scheduled.
3. Cheating is strictly prohibited. A student who is caught cheating will be given a score of ”0” for the first offense. For the second offense, the student
will be automatically given a failing grade in the subject.
4. Students who will miss any examinations or class projects/ exercises may be excused and allowed to take a special exam, or pass class projects/
exercises for any of the following reasons:
a. participation in a University/College-approved activity;
b. due to illness or death in the family; and
c. due to force majeure or natural calamities.

V03-2023-03-21
 REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTARY READINGS
References:

A. Reference Books
Cañete, Alberto C. (2023). Design of Bridge Superstructures (Based on DPWH Design Guidelines, Criteria and Standards, Volume 5, 2015.
Department of Public Works and Highways. (2015). Design Guidelines, Criteria & Standards – Volume 5, Bridge Design.
Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines. (2016). National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP) 7th Edition. National Book
Store.

B. Electronic References (E-books/ Websites)

www.scribd.com

REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date of Revision Date of Implementation Highlights of Revision
Number
Modified requirements and policies
1 September 2021 September 2021
Inclusion the target for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
2nd Semester Mode of Delivery and
2 March 7, 2023
AY 2022-2023 Teaching and Learning Activities (TLA)
Revised Grading System, University Vision and mode of delivery
3 September 12, 2023 1st Sem 2023-2024
of instruction and OBA

Prepared by: Evaluated by: Approved:

ENGR. RACHEL JUNE D. SAMARITA ENGR. ROSLYN P. PEÑA WILLIE C. BUCLATIN, PhD, ASEAN ENG.
Instructor Department Chairperson College/Campus Dean
E-mail Address: [email protected] Department of Civil Engineering College of Engineering and Information Technology
Consultation Schedule: E-mail Address: [email protected] Date Approved:
Monday (9-12am; 1-3pm) Date Evaluated:
Date Prepared: 26-Feb-2024

V03-2023-03-21