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The Institute of Tropical Ecology and Environmental Management has two divisions dedicated to research, development, and extension:

Terrestrial Ecosystems Division
Aquatic Ecosystems Division

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management
Master of Science in Tropical Ecology

Terrestrial Ecosystems Division

Natural resources management & conservation
Forest-and agro-ecosystem processes and dynamics
Biodiversity inventory and conservation
Environmental pollution assessment and remediation
Anthropogenic impact on terrestrial ecosystems
Solid waste management

Aquatic Ecosystem Division

Community-based coastal resources management
Environmental restoration and rehabilitation
Resource stock assessment and mapping
Aquatic ecosystem process and mapping
Environment impact assessment
Aquatic biotechnology
Oceanographic/limnologic database establishment
Aquaculture/mariculture

Research & Extension Activities

ITEEM Trainings, Seminars, and Workshops

The Department of Forest Science, on behalf of CFES, is envisioned to serve as a prime mover in the pursuit of the national and global concern for sustainable management and conservation of forests and other natural resources. This is pursuant to the mandate given to CFES, VSU, in particular by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), as a Center of Excellence in Forestry Education in the Visayas.

Degree Offerings

Bachelor of Science in Forestry
Fields of specialization:
-Agroforestry
-Silviculture
-Vegetation Science
-Farm & Community Forestry
-Socio-economic Forestry
-Watershed Management
-Forest Management
-Parks & Wildlife

Master of Science in Forestry
Fields of specialization:
-Agroforestry
-Forest Management
-Socio-economic Forestry
-Phytosociology & Vegetation Science
-Silviculture
-Watershed Management
-Parks & Wildlife
-Environmental Management

The need to provide greater access to computer education for the youth in the region has led VSU to develop a curricular program on computer science and establish the Department of Computer Science and Technology. The curriculum is designed for students who want to study computing in-depth, focusing on the software and hardware, and the underlying theory of computing and its applications to scientific and technical problem-solving.

DCST aims to equip students with the technical know-how in software development. Students enrolled in this program will be able to apply computer science theory in practical situations, and understand the social and ethical issues that arise from the increased use of technology in the society.

Vision, Mission, and Goals

Course Offered

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

The Department of Mechanical Engineering aims to contribute to the local economy and development of the country by training individuals to constitute the strong manpower resource of the nation in the future. DME offers a ladderized Mechanical Engineering curricular program and the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering curriculum since 2010.

Vision, Mission, and Goals

Course Offered

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Student Development

Learn about the opportunities that await a Mechanical Engineering student here.

The Department of Geodetic Engineering is one of the best-performing academic departments at VSU owing to its 100% passing rate in the licensure examinations. Graduates from this department have since topped in licensure examinations and have been in-demand in companies.

DGE offers both Certificates in Geodetic and Geomatics Technology (CGGT) and Diploma in Bachelor of Science in Geodetic Engineering.

Vision, Mission, and Goals

Course Offered

Bachelor of Science in Geodetic Engineering

Research Development and Extension Agenda

1. Land resources security and sustainability through proper land use planning and management.
2. Resources mapping and inventory as a tool for disaster risk reduction and climate change mitigation.
3. Community capability enhancement through seminars, training, workshops, consultancy and other services.

The Department of Civil Engineering is mandated to provide an integrated educational experience in mathematics, basic sciences, and civil engineering design as well as provide students with the knowledge and skills in construction. VSU started offering the civil engineering curriculum in 2008. Albeit relatively new, the department has since earned at least an 85% passing rate in professional board examination for civil engineers.

Vision, Mission, and Goals

Course Offered

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

The Department of Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering is a center of excellence in education and research in agricultural engineering in the Visayas. In 2000, it was recognized by the Commission on Higher Education as one of the country's centers of excellence in agricultural engineering. DABE offers both the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering (BSAE) and Master of Science Agricultural Engineering (MSAE) with three specializations. With its solid and integrated functions in instruction, research and extension, and production, the department has produced top-notch graduates who perform well in professional board examinations.

Vision, Mission, and Goals

Courses Offered

Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering

Master of Science in Agricultural Engineering

Facilities

DAE is equipped with lecture and laboratory rooms including the farm shop, machinery, and crop processing labs, the Conventional Energy Center, the Agro-Meteorological Station, and the Soil Erosion Lab. Facilities of the department include universal testing machines, universal radial flow machines, surveying equipment, tractors, rice mill, metal and lathes, and other metal and wood working machines.