Aligning Samar State University Architectural Drafting Program Subsequent to International Accord Framework

Abstract

The study aimed to align SSU-ADP curricular structure to the Sydney Accord framework with reference to program graduate outcomes. Assessment of the current status of the program was conducted and consequently designed an alternative curricular model based on Saylor, Alexander & Lewis Curriculum Model. A qualitative methodological approach was employed in the development of the study, using guided interview as instrument for the needs assessment phase. This facilitated all the required data pertinent to the scheming of the designed curriculum where 16 key informants representing the different stakeholders of the program were identified, namely: the industry, alumni, administrator, faculty and students. Results from the interview were processed using Thematic Analysis. Utilization of NVivo Pro software facilitated the swift progress of data evaluation through word tree and text query analysis which enabled the researcher to form themes and codes from the responses of the key informants. These responses translated to the concerns emerging from each sector where gaps   and limitations of the graduate outcomes were identified. From the findings of the study, it is concluded that the current Program Graduate Outcomes (PGO) of CIT-ADP are responsive to the needs of the industry for it focuses on the skills and attitude attributes that are highly practical in the field. Important components like varied and advanced design software acquisition, and communication skills however needs attention. The desired Graduate Outcomes of the Sydney Accord Framework are to some extent embedded to that of the CIT-ADP, although are far more superior to the CIT-ADP outcomes. This basically means that to be able to satisfy the industry needs, not just locally, but internationally, the CIT-PGO should be raised and properly implemented to be able to complete.