31/05/2026
๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ฎ๐ปโ๐๐ด๐๐๐ฎ๐ป ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐น ๐ก๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ฝ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฆ๐๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐๐๐ณ๐๐น๐น๐ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฑ๐๐ฐ๐๐ โ๐ช๐ฎ๐๐โ๐ ๐จ๐ฝ!โ ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ถ๐ป๐ฎ๐ฟ ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ - ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ
The Integrated Institute of Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. โ ButuanโAgusan del Norte Chapter successfully conducted its โWattโs Up! Webinar Series โ May 2026โ on May 31, 2026, via Zoom. Carrying the theme โDesign Smart. Work Safe. Power Forward,โ the activity gathered electrical engineering professionals, practitioners, and stakeholders for a continuing professional development session focused on technical competence, workplace safety, and industry-relevant engineering practices.
The webinar officially opened with remarks from Engr. Erickson A. Tacda, VP-Technical of the IIEE ButuanโAgusan del Norte Chapter. His message emphasized the importance of continuous learning and professional growth among electrical engineers, especially in a rapidly evolving industry where safety, innovation, and technical excellence remain essential.
A message of support was also delivered by Dr. Rojien V. Morcilla, P*E, Regional Governor of IIEE Northern Mindanao, who commended the chapter for organizing programs that strengthen the capabilities of electrical engineering professionals and promote active participation in continuing professional development.
The technical sessions featured three resource speakers who shared their expertise on relevant and practical topics. Engr. Arnel B. Alipao discussed โElectrical Design Analysis Made Easy with Excel,โ highlighting how engineers can use familiar digital tools to simplify design computations and improve efficiency in electrical analysis. Engr. Amorlino L. Cudillo delivered a session on โWorkplace Safety and Awareness,โ emphasizing the importance of safety culture, compliance, and best practices in engineering workplaces. Meanwhile, Engr. Ian C. Guday presented โTurbo Alternator Maintenance, Testing, and Commissioning,โ providing valuable insights into the proper handling, operation, and reliability of critical power generation equipment.
The webinar also included open-forum sessions, allowing participants to engage with the speakers, ask questions, and share practical field experiences. In addition, Engr. Samuel G. Adlao of Saitech Power Corporation delivered a product presentation, contributing further industry perspective to the program.
The activity concluded with closing remarks from Engr. Amorlino L. Cudillo, Chapter President of the IIEE ButuanโAgusan del Norte Chapter. He expressed appreciation to the speakers, participants, sponsors, and organizers whose support contributed to the success of the professional development activity.
With 2.5 CPD points granted to participants, the โWattโs Up! Webinar Seriesโ reaffirmed the chapterโs commitment to advancing professional knowledge, promoting safety awareness, and empowering electrical engineers to remain competent, responsible, and future-ready.
Through initiatives such as this, the IIEE ButuanโAgusan del Norte Chapter continues to uphold its mission of fostering excellence, innovation, and lifelong learning within the electrical engineering profession.