Ateneo Department of Electronics, Computer, and Communications Engineering

Congratulations, EcoSkwela!

OBF UPDATE: Atenean-led project EcoSkwela: Citizen Science Lab was recognized as one of the recipients of the Force of Nature Award by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Philippines during the awarding ceremony held on October 28 at Fairmont Hotel, Makati.

EcoSkwela: Citizen Science Lab is a month-long workshop series aimed at teaching students citizen science methods for environmental conservation. This project was conceptualized by members Christine Nicole Agbayani (5 BS ES), Kirsten Kate Aizpuru (3 BS ES), Niña Alexandra Vherlin Cadiong (5 BS ES), Micah Ceniza (4 BS BIO), Alizza Lim (4 BS ES), Abby Malaluan (4 BS ES), Elisha Razon (4 BS ES), and Jaime Villarosa (5 BS CpE), alongside alumni Napia Begtang (AB DS ’25), Juan Paolo Eisma (BS BIO ’25), Lara Akisha Lamb (BS BIO ’25), and Dagny Eran Yenko (BS CS-DGDD ’24).

The Force of Nature Award is given by WWF Philippines to honor individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to biodiversity protection, sustainability, and community empowerment.

Editor’s Note: Jaime Villarosa is a Video Production staffer of The GUIDON.

The Ateneo Department of Electronics, Computer, and Communications Engineering extends its heartfelt congratulations to the recent passers of the October 2025 Electronics Engineering (ECE) and Electronics Technician (ECT) Licensure Examination.

We proudly recognize the following Atenean Electronics Engineering graduates for their success:

• Engr. Karl Michael I. Boncodin, ECT
• Engr. Ivan Perry M. Cabanayan, ECT
• Engr. Jose Xavier C. Castillo, ECT
• Engr. John Kyle C. Lluz, ECT
• Engr. Adrian Enrico D. Rodriguez, ECT
• Engr. Lester Niel S.J. Salvador, ECT
• Engr. Justine Matthew Sison, ECT
• Jessica L. Dela Cruz, ECT

Our 2025 BS EcE Program Awardee ranked No. 3!
A special commendation is given to Engr. Ivan Perry M. Cabanayan, ECT, for his outstanding achievement in placing 3rd overall nationwide with a remarkable rating of 91.50%.

We are super proud of all of you! 💙

The Electronics Engineering (ECELE) and Electronics Technician (ECTLE) licensure examinations were held on October 18–19, 2025, with results released on October 24, 2025. The examinations were administered by the Professional Regulation Commission Board of Electronics Engineering (PRC-BECE), composed of Engr. Vicente L. Cejoco (Chairman), Engr. Adonis Q. Talabo, and Engr. Gerhard P. Tan (Members).

Once again, we extend our warmest congratulations to our new Atenean Electronics Engineers and Technicians! Your hard work, perseverance, and commitment to excellence continue to bring pride and inspiration to the Ateneo ECCE community.

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam!

For the first time ever, we are bringing together the over 10,000 alumni scholars of Ateneo College since the Ateneo College Scholarship Program began in the 1960s. This milestone gathering is more than just a reunion—it is a celebration of shared stories, lasting friendships, and the transformative power of scholarship. More importantly, it is an opportunity to deepen alumni scholar engagement and encourage continued support for the scholarship program.

Join us on Saturday, November 8, from 5:00–9:00 PM at the Blue Eagle Gym, for an evening filled with music, memories, and meaning. Each ticket comes with a raffle entry, a limited edition Ateneo shirt, a dinner, and a donation to the scholarship program so that future generations may experience the same gift of education.

Tickets are available at ₱1,000, with special Early Bird and Barkada rates until October 17.

Register here: https://www.ateneo.edu/events/2025/11/08/back-blue-grand-alumni-scholars-homecoming

Ateneo de Manila University recently launched its brand new engineering degree program, co-developed with French grande école Icam – one of the most prestigious engineering schools in France. The Bachelor of Science in Innovation Design Engineering or BS IDE (Ateneo-Icam) program aims to produce world-class design engineers through active pedagogy and a problem-based learning approach.

The program also requires its students to study for one school year in one of the Icam campuses in France.

Learn more: https://www.ateneo.edu/news/2025/09/30/ateneo-launches-ide-program-french-engineering-school-icam

Congratulations to Team ARIA composed of Jason Harvey Lorenzo, Justin Kyle Ricafort, Cristina Ysabel Almario, and Dr. Erees Queen Macabebe as the adviser.

ARIA is an innovative retrofit-friendly intelligent air conditioning controller. It uses Deep Q-Network (DQN) reinforcement learning to autonomously optimize AC operation, balancing energy consumption with occupant thermal comfort. ARIA combines environmental sensing, real-time energy monitoring, and intelligent decision-making to automatically adjust AC settings based on learned patterns. Unlike traditional solutions relying on timers or fixed schedules, ARIA adapts in real time to changing room conditions and occupant needs. Simulation results show up to 33% energy savings and a 45% improvement in comfort on ideal configurations. By reducing energy waste, ARIA offers a pathway toward energy efficiency and financial wellness for Filipino families and institutions.

The final project presentation of the 2025 BPI-DOST Innovation Awards will be on 04 Dec 2025.

The ECCE Department would like to extend its warmest congratulations to Dr. King Harold A. Recto for his recent conferment of the title Certified Mechatronics and Automation Engineer (CMAE) by the Board of Mechatronics and Automation Engineering of the Mechatronics and Robotics Society of the Philippines (MRSP) last June 17, 2025. The technical evaluation and interview for CMAE, headed by Engr. Joel B. Bajador with members Engr. Philip Marvin D. Joven and Engr. James Bernard C. Itao, was held last May 21-22, 2025 at Mechatronics Technology Corporation in Quezon City.

Dr. Recto is a Professional Electronics Engineer (PECE), ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer (ACPE), the Program Coordinator of the BS Innovation and Design Engineering (IDE) and an Assistant Professor of the department.

We are truly proud of your achievements, Doc H!

Congratulations!

The Ateneo Energy Research Lab, in cooperation with the University of Pisa, is pleased to announce its upcoming hybrid introductory course on Power Systems Modeling using PyPSA (Python for Power System Analysis). This two-part course is open to all interested college students and young professionals, with a special invitation to those affiliated with the Department of Electronics, Computer, and Communications Engineering.

The sessions will be conducted by Engr. Arizeo Salac, a doctoral researcher from the University of Pisa. Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of power system analysis. While prior experience in Python is a plus, a basic understanding of programming is sufficient.

The course will be held on September 17 and October 1, 2025, starting at 5:00 PM on both days. It will be conducted in a hybrid format, with in-person sessions at CTC Room 517 and online via Google Meet.

This course is free of charge. Registration is required and will close on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM. To register, please scan the QR code provided in the promotional image. Kindly note that slots are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Only those who have registered will be sent the meeting link.

For further questions, please direct your inquiries to Marc Macalinao, Fellow at the Ateneo Energy Research Lab via [email protected].

Congratulations to Ivan Perry Cabanayan, Program Awardee for BS Electronics Engineering!🎉

Mark your calendars – SOSE Week 2025 is happening May 5–9! Join us for a full week of events celebrating student research, innovation, and academic excellence at the School of Science and Engineering (SOSE). Looking forward to seeing you there! #SOSEWeek2025 #AteneoSOSE

We are proud of you 💙

Congratulations to our new electronics engineers and electronics technicians!

A total of 10 alumni passed the April 2025 Electronics Engineer Licensure Exam (90.9% passing rate), while 8 passed the Electronics Technician Licensure Exam (100% passing rate).

Fly high!