Chapter 3

Methodology

Chapter 3 consists of six parts: 1) Research design; 2) Sources of data; 3) Project design; 4)
Pilot testing; 5) Instruments and Data Collection; 6) Checklist questionnaire;7)Data gathering
procedures;8)Data processing techniques

Part one, Research design, restates the reason for conducting the study and the research
design used.

Part two, Sources of data, Relevant information to support the research.

Part three, Project design, illustrates the project plan , design ,preparation, construction
procedure, and materials, tools and equipment.

Part four, Pilot testing, collect preliminary data on the study’s participants and outcome
measure.

Part five, Instrument and data collection ,process of collecting data and instrument used
therein.

Part six, Checklist questionnaire, A list items required, things to be done, or points to be
considered, used as a reminder.

Part seven, A systematic process for gathering observation or measurements to gain insigths
into a research topic.

Part eight, The score of evaluation will be tabulated to the entire group each category will
be followed.
Research design
The study will employ a mixed-methods research design, combining
both quantitative and qualitative approaches to comprehensively evaluate
the operational cooling box's performance and sustainability. The
quantitative component will include experimental testing and
performance metrics, while the qualitative component will focus on user
feedback and expert evaluations. This two approach will provide a
comprehensive understanding of the cooling box's capabilities and
limitations.

Sources of data
In this study the researchers will conduct an experimental testing
with the cooling box in controlled environments to measure its durability,
cooling effectiveness, and temperature consistency across various indoor
and outdoor settings.
Furthermore, the researchers will conduct a survey regarding the
experiences and feedbacks of people with the similar products. The target
groups for survey are consumers, outdoor enthusiasts, environmental
advocates and product designers and manufacturers.
This study will also employ a purposive sampling method to gather

specific and detailed information from targeted groups who used the

cooling box.

Project design

The design/plan of the device included both the mechanical and the electrical design

of the device. Schematic Diagram is represented in a sketch shown in Figure 2.0. The figure is

necessary for current and paper terminal identification and connection.

Figure 2.0 Front view

Figure 3.0 Top view

Figure 4.0 Side view

Figure 5.0 Isometric view

Figure 6.0 Device Schematic Diagram
Construction Materials

Table 1.0 Materials for construction of operational cooling box for indoor and
outdoor use.

Quantity Unit Description Unit price Amount

1 piece motor compressor 500 500

1 piece PTC Relay 280 280

1 piece overload protector 150 150

1 piece circuit breaker 860 860

1 piece temperature control 250 250

1 piece map gas 650 650

1 pack silver rod 100 100

1 Piece male plug 80 80

1 pack screws 100 100

20 meters wires 200 200

20 meters copper tube 650 650

3 pieces indicator lights 30 90

1 roll polyolefin insulation 300 300

1 piece filter drier 80 80

1 roll steel plate 350 350

1 piece capillary tube 300 300

TOTAL 4,940

Tools and Equipment

The tools and equipment needed in the construction of the project are shown in Table 2.0
Tools and Equipment for Construction of operational cooling box for indoor and outdoor use.

Tools and equipment

 Tube cutter
 Electric drill
 Pliers
 Philip screw
 Bi-scrip
 Map gas
 Grinder
 Cutter
 Angle bar
 Welding machine
Construction Procedure

The steps in constructing and development of the project

Table 2.0 shows the construction time frame as guide to follow during the
development of the project in Construction operational cooling box for indoor and outdoor
use.

1. Planning the device- it is the process of making the decision of what the device
or machine
2. Lay-out the design of the device
3. List down the different kinds of materials needed the construction
4. Provide or find the different tools needed in assembling
5. Prepare all materials and tools needed in constructing
6. Place the components in their respective connection.
7. Assemble all parts and connect the different wires.
8. Connect the components using connecting wires
9. Use multi tester to check the connections.
10. Lastly, check the device to see if it works.

Construction Time Frame

Table 3.0 presents the flow of activities to be undertaken during the constructions of
the project.

The gantt chart showing the construction time frame in the development of the
project

CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES Number of weeks

1 2 3 4 5
1. Planning the device- it is the process of OCT.
making the decision of what the device or 1-8,
machine. 2024

2. Lay outing the device - it is the process of OCT.

identifying all parts needed by using the 9-16,
drawing with exact dimension of the device. 2024

3. Gathering supplies and materials - it is OCT.17-

the process of finding buying all supplies 28,
and materials needed in the construction of 2024
the device.

4. Constructing - constructing the device OCT.29-

based on plan for the procedure. NOV.4,202
4
5. Pilot testing of the finished device - the NOV.4-
process of testing and evaluating the device. 15,2024

Total no of weeks 5

Pilot testing

The pilot testing of the project will be done at West Visayas State University
Lambunao Campus. School of Industrial Technology Electronics Room with the
Electronics/Electrical Instructors/Hvacr Instructors and Experts as the observer and \
critiques of the functionality and other performance parameters of the project. Performance
Parameters of the project to be measured.

Table 4.0 present the parameters of the project to be measured.

Operational cooling box for indoor and outdoor use

Types time Temperature

Can of soft drinks 25 mins 38 degrees F

Bottled water 25mins 38 degrees F

Frozen foods 35mins -18 degrees C

Instrument and data collection

Data Gathering Instruments

The researcher adopted the checklist questionnaire instruments developed by

‘’REMOTE CONTROL STOP/START INSTRUCTIONAL DEVICE’’ By Catinan (2005) with

permission to use the instruments. The instruments will not be subjected to validation and

reliability test since it was used already in the conduct of research study.

The questionnaire consisted of Two parts. Part I is personal data of the respondents.

Part II contains the checklist questionnaires for the evaluation of DESIGN , CONSTRUCTION,

OPERATING PEOFORMANCE of the project.

The 5-point Likert Scale for the level of Acceptability and satisfaction will be used.

Average Weighted Descriptive Equivalent Rated Scores

Mean Range (Level of Acceptability) Interpretation

4.21-5.00 Highly Acceptable the project is fully

operational no revision

3.41-4.20 Moderately Acceptable the project is functional

with slight revision

2.61-3.40 Acceptable the project is functional

with 2-3 minor revision

1.80-2.60 Fairly Acceptable with4-5 major revision

1.00-1.79 Poorly Acceptable the project is totally not

acceptable and
abandoned
Checklist Questionnaire

WEST VISAYAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Lambunao, Campus
SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Lambunao, Iloilo

OPERATIONAL COOLING BOX FOR INDOOR AND

OUTDOOR USE

Part I:Demographic Profile

Name (Optional) :_______________________________
Gender : Male Female
Age :______years old
Occupation : Student
Teacher
Hvacr shop tecnician
Hvacr shop operator
Other specify:_______________
Part II. Questions Proper

To determine the operating operational cooling box for indoor and outdoor use in term
DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION , FUNCTIONALITY the following rubric well be set:

LEGEND:

5 ---------------------------------- Highly Acceptable

4 ---------------------------------- Moderately Acceptable

3 ---------------------------------- Acceptable

2 ---------------------------------- Fairly Acceptable

1 ---------------------------------- poorly Acceptable

VISAYAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Lambunao, Campus
SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Lambunao, Iloilo

The operating of operational cooling box for indoor and outdoor use in term of DESIGN.
A. Design
No. Question 5 4 3 2 1
1. The design of the device manifest creativity
2. The design is appropriate for the purpose
3. The component of the device are properly laid out and
proportioned.
4. The device possesses the basic features needed in the actual
operations..
5. The design is attractive and have an appeal to users .
6. The design is strong and durable .
7. The design show originally.
8. The overall design of the device is acceptable for it’s intended.
9. The design stregthen the shape of the device.
10. The design is attractive enough to catch attention.

Recommended/suggestion
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

WEST VISAYAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Lambunao, Campus
SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Lambunao, Iloilo

The operating of operational cooling box for indoor and outdoor use in term of
CONSTRUCTION
B. Construction
NO. Question 5 4 3 2 1
1. The construction is a product of skillful planning.
2. The procedure in construction is followed accurately.
3. The part are properly placed and fastened to support the total
durability of the device.
4. The overall construction of the device is acceptable for the
purpose.
5. The device built with provision for safe use.
6. Quality materials and supplies were used in the construction.
7. The construction of the device provides foe ease in operation
8. The parts are durable enough to endure prolonged usage.
9. The device is well planned.
10. The joints are fixed firmly.

Recommended/suggestion
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

WEST VISAYAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Lambunao, Campus
SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Lambunao, Iloilo

The operating of operational cooling box for indoor and outdoor use in term of OPERATING
PERFORMANCE.

C. OPERATING PERFORMANCE
NO. Question 5 4 3 2 1
1. The device is provided with built in safety control
2. The device can sustain repetitive operation
3. The device has safety provisions for the user
4. The device device is easy to operate
5. The device was portable that can be moved from one place to
another
6. The device can perform its function as intended
7. The device operates effectively
8. The device has operative manual for its operation
9. The device can be operated with minimum assistant from the
 instructor
10. The device can be perform several task effectively

Recommended/suggestion
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

THANK YOU!

Data gathering procedures

The data gathering procedures in this study was divided into two phases: the Permit (Phase

A) and the Developmental tools (Phase B).

Phase A- Permit. A Permit to conduct an evaluation among the respondents was secured

from the office of the director, School of Industrial Technology of West Visayas State

University - Lambunao Campus. Upon the approval, the evaluators were requested to put a

check which corresponds to their choice in evaluating the project. The project was judged

according to the criteria set, evaluated in terms of design, construction and operating

performance using the numerical scoring of 5 points Hedonic rating scale where 5 as the

highest numerical score with a corresponding description of "highly acceptable" and 1 as the

lowest numerical score with a corresponding description of "Poorly acceptable".

Phase B- Developmental tools. The descriptive-developmental tools includes the

preparation in constructing and designing the project. It includes the gathering of the
materials needed and designing its diagram. The project was thoroughly observed to see if it

is working or not.

Data processing techniques

To determine the level of acceptability of the operational cooling box for indoor and outdoor

use the mean and the standard deviation was used as basis of interpretation. The obtain

data will be properly recorded, tabulated, and analyses using the level of acceptability

among experts in terms of design, construction and operating performance. The following

scale for the mean and its description was used.

Scale Description

4.21-5.00 Highly acceptable

3.41-4.20 Moderately acceptable

2.61-3.40 Acceptable

1.81-2.60 Fairly acceptable

1.00-1.80 Poorly acceptable