CHAPTER I Introduction

On the Job Training (OJT) is a training that occurs in the specialized field. It is a chance to apply the learnings that they tackled in classroom. It also helps the students to acquire relevant knowledge and skills by performing in actual work setting. OJT will generally be the primary method used for broadening employee skills and increasing productivity. It is particularly appropriate for developing proficiency skills unique to an employee's job - especially jobs that are relatively easy to learn and require locally-owned equipment and facilities. The goal of on the job training (OJT) program is to provide opportunities for the students from a specific job that involves the acquisition of specific skills and employment competencies . On the other hand, an effective OJT program also benefits the companies who accept trainees. First OJT or intern provides additional manpower for a lesser labor cost than a regular employee. Most of them are all eager to learn the ropes so chances are high that theyll be given a chance to work on the same company as an employee after graduating.. While in training, employers are in fact also teach their employees to guide the trainees by stretching their patience, develop technical skills and make them more sensitive to the needs and mind set of the younger generation. The course of supervision also teaches them how to share what they know and be receptive to questions. Hence, the apprenticeship also becomes an avenue in training for future engineers of the company.

CHAPTER II- PERSONAL PROFILE NOTRE DAME UNIVERSITY Notre Dame University is a Catholic institution in Cotabato City run by the Oblates of Mary Immaculate and it has been a member of the Notre Dame Educational Association, a group of Notre Dame Schools in the Philippines under the patronage of the Blessed Virgin Mary. As an institution of higher learning granted university status, Notre Dame University is called to be an authentic center for teaching, research and extension services in the area. While giving due importance to the pragmatic scope of these functions, Notre Dame University as a Catholic institution raises its gaze to higher goals, pointing out values and perspectives which render the vision of person complete because it offers a breath of university and spiritualit(Baum, on Pope John Paul IIs Teaching Concerning the Aims and Functions of a Catholic University) We have a special devotion to Mary who not only has been given to us by Jesus as our Mother when he said Behold the Mother (jn. 19:17) but also because as a community we bear Her name, Notre Dame. Cotemplating Marys mysterious sanctity, imitating her charity, and her faithful fulfillment of the Fathers will, we hope to help bring forth to a new and immortal life, persons who are conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of God (Lumen Gentium, 64). In her life we find an example of that love by which we should be animated in our apostolate (Lumen Gentium, 65). Thus, like Mary, we are to be hearers, bearers, and doers of the Word (Lk. 8, 21, 11:27-28).

NDU VISION & MISSION

VISION: Committed to excellence and guided by the charism of St. Eugene de Mazenod, Notre Dame University is a pioneer Catholic Oblates of Mary Immaculate educational institution in Central Mindanao , We envision to be a leading institution in education for social transformation in Mindanao.

MISSION: Mission 1: to develop graduates who are locally and globally competitive Mission 2: to form persons with social conscience and responsibility Mission 3: to foster a culture of peace and dialogue of faiths and cultures Mission 4: to facilitate community empowerment for total human development especially among the poor Mission 5: to promote holistic institutional growth Mission 6: to nurture a community of stakeholders and partners valuing and sharing this vision and working towards its attainment.

College Objectives College of Engineering

The College of Engineering was founded in 1959. It has graduated thousands of men and women who, as professionals, have contributed to the welfare of the region and the nation as well.

The college helps students ~to think logically, critically and independently ~to master scientific and engineering principles to enable them to solve problems and become well-rounded individuals.
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~to develop their spiritual, intellectual and physical faculties to become authentic human persons and competent professionals. ~to have academic skills and attitudes needed to comprehend and evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a range of sources. ~to communicate effectively both within the profession and with the society at large. ~to be adaptive, creative, resourceful and responsive to changes in society, technology and career demands. ~to be aware of the role and responsibility of the professional engineer in society, and the impact that engineering in all its forms makes on the environmental, economic, social and cultural aspirations of society.

Personal Data Name: Reyes, Christian Jade G. Address: #12-a Del Pilar St. Manday, Cotabato City Tel. No.: (064) 421-1359 Cell No.: 09169358694 Email Address: dert_cute@yahoo.com Nationality: Filipino Civil Status: Single Date of Birth: April 3,1993 Place of Birth: Cotabato City Religion: Roman Catholic Fathers Name: Orlando P. Reyes Mothers Name: Maricris G. Reyes Language: English / Filipino Educational Background College: Notre Dame Univresity

Address: ND Avenue, Cotabato City Course: Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication Engineering Years of Residence: 2009 Present Secondary/ High School: Dr. P. Ocampo College Inc. Address: De Mazenod ext. avenue, Cotabato City Years of Residence: 2005-2009 Primary/ Elementary: Rojas Elementary School Address: TV Juliano ave. , Cotabato City Years of Residence: 2000-2005

CHAPTER III- COMPANY PROFILE

PLDT Company Founded on November 28, 1928, Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT) is the leading telecommunications provider in the Philippines. Through its three principal business groups - fixed line, wireless, and information and communication technology - PLDT offers the largest and most diversified range of telecommunications services across the Philippines most extensive fiber optic backbone and fixed line, cellular and satellite networks. PLDT is the largest and most diversified telecommunications company in the Philippines. PLDT is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE:TEL) and its American Depositary Shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:PHI). PLDT has one of the largest market capitalizations among Philippine-listed companies. PLDT will be the preferred full service provider of voice, video and data at the most attractive levels of price, service quality, content and coverage, thereby bringing maximum benefit to the Company's stakeholders.

PLDT VISION & MISSION

VISION STATEMENT PLDT will be the preferred full service provider of voice, video and data at the most attractive level of price, service quality, content and coverage; thereby bringing of maximum benefits to the companys stakeholder.

MISSION STATEMENT We are in the business of developing people. We help them become the best they can be. We at the PLDT TDCM commit to help our company develop competent and productive employees through relevant, creative training and development interventions,

as well as career management programs that are in support of PLDT s mission and business strategy. Our approach to development is total and continuous. We partner with our clients in developing tailor-fit and end-to-end competency enhancement programs that ensure business results. In doing our job, we find great satisfaction and reward. For in the process of developing people, we too become inspired to be the best that we can be.

PRODUCTS AND SERVICES 1. Internet MYDSL

Broadband Internet access is typically called high-speed Internet access. It allows for much higher rates of data transfer than a regular dial-up connection, typically at speeds of 256 kbps (or four times the speed of dial-up). There are many forms of broadband Internet worldwide, but the most popular is DSL. DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line. Its a technology that allows users to have faster Internet connections, while still using regular phone lines. Aside from its easy installation, DSL also allows subscribers to use their phone for both voice calls and Internet surfing at the same time, which is superior to dial-up. VIBE

PLDT Vibe is a value-added dial-up internet service that is pre-activated to all postpaid PLDT landline residential subscribers. With PLDT Vibe, your postpaid PLDT landline residential phone is "internet ready" and you get sure, fast and reliable dial-up internet service nationwide. Plus, you also get the advantage of having one-bill convenience since all PLDT Vibe internet charges shall be billed to your PLDT landline bill. SmartBro

Smart Bro is Smarts revolutionary high-speed broadband Internet service that uses
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the nationwide network of Smart to wirelessly connect your computer to the World Wide Web even if youre beyond the reach of a phone line. 2. Landline PLDT Landline

The PLDT Landline is countrys pioneer and most trusted landline service PLDT Telpad

The PLDT Telpad Plans give the clearest & most reliable voice service bundled with an even faster broadband connection plus value added features that will redefine the telecommunication experience for your family. The plans come with a Telpad unit, the world's first* tablet landline. It doubles as a multimedia device to house all your information, communication and entertainment needs. PLDT Landline Plus

The PLDT LANDLINE PLUS is a wireless and portable landline service which allows PLDT subscribers to bring their phones ANYWHERE within there the local area they applied in. With this service, PLDT subscribers can apply for a telephone line without the hassle no installation and set-up required. 3. Prepaid Cards Budget Cards

PLDT Budget Card is the prepaid call card which offers the most affordable rates when making overseas calls to top destinations abroad. Touch Card

PLDT Touch Card offers affordable rates when making National Direct Dialing (NDD) calls anywhere in the Philippines. It also allows other call types such as International Direct Dialing (IDD), local calls as well as mobile calls. 4. Wireless Smart Talk N Text

Business Solutions VOICE SOLUTIONS Corporate NDD Bosscentral FEX Trunkline DID/DOD Trunkline Plus

VALUE ADDED BROADBAND SOLUTIONS SERVICES BizDSL Premium Services I-Gate PBX/KTS Audio Conferencing Verbatuum Subcriber Requested Number SMART BRO Enterprise Edition Port WeRoam

DOMESTIC NETWORK SOLUTIONS Diginet HBOS BRAINS DFR IPVPN Shops.Work SWUP SNAP Guardian

TOLL FREE SERVICES LONG DISTANCE SERVICES Domestic Toll Free NDD International Toll Free IDD

GLOBAL NETWORK SOLUTIONS Acasia Arcstar British Telecoms Cable and Wireless Fibernet Framelink Orange Verizon

Facilities/Equipment Test Equipments: Anritsu PDH Analyzer EXFO OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) EXFO Power Meter Optical Loss Test Set EXFO Visual Fault Locator (Fiber Tracer)

EXFO Viewer IBC Cleaner for LC and SC Patch Cords

Fiber Optic Tools: Fiber Optic Stripper Fiber Optic Cleaver Buffer Tuber Cutter Cable Slitters Twissors Pliers Cable Cutter Scissors Single Fiber Fusion Splicer

Materials: UC-Closure (F.O.) Protection Sleeves Organizer F.O. Cassette Tray Cable Ties (3, 4, 6) Alcohol 100% Pigtails Cords Patch Cords F.O. Connectors

Facilities: Desktop Computers Laptops Printer Television Modem

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Multiple Distribution Frame Optical Distribution Frame PCM Room (Pulse Code Modulation) DFON Room Battery Room Radio Room

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Company/Organizational Structure

President & CEO

SVP- Human Resources

Consultant- Network Services Assurance

VP- Network Services Assurances

Head- International and Regional Operators

Head- Luzon CoreNetwork

Head- Visayas CoreNetwork

Head- Mindanao CoreNetwork

Area Supervisor MinCNet Field Force1-Osamis &Zamboanga Area Supervisor MinCNet Field Force2-Cagayan &Butuan Area Supervisor MinCNet Field Force3-Cotabato &Gensan Area Supervisor MinCNet Field Force4-Davao &Tagum Area Supervisor MinCNet Field Environment management System) Force5-PEMS(Premises

Area Supervisor MinCNet Field Force6-IPCore

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CHAPTER IV- OJT ACTIVITIES

NARRATIVE EXPERIENCES It was the submission of requirements for our training. They entertain us at the business office indeed we were waiting in the supervisor. After a few minutes, we were enter the security room for as to interview but suddenly the security gave us the opportunity to see the field if how we get interested applying from them. There was a fiber break in Tamontaka Maguindanao and that was the first I saw a fiber optic cable and also the equipments in splicing such as fiber cutter, fiber clip, and the fusion splicer. That day was our orientation. They introduced the facilities and equipments in order to familiarize it and also the proper time of the rest and dismissal. In the first day of our regular training they introduced us in the software equipments. They said that there must be always updating of equipments if there is a new trend and always maintain the software if there is a problem from the subscriber. On the other day, the workers brought the trainee in the field in order to feel and see the job outside of the office. We went to the cabinets located in along the streets and observe the work of them. Since the first week was all about observation, they also try us to spliced the fiber optic cable as a trial because of the interest and also if the trainee was a very good observant. In the second week, our supervisor introduced the test equipment which is the Optical Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) that used to characterized an optical fiber and it inject a series of optical pulses into a fiber under test. From the OTDR screen, we can determine the actual length of the fiber from the cabinets and the losses if theres a fiber break and also high attenuation. Since we know the used of the OTDR, our supervisor bring us to the field in order to check the fiber line ports from DLC cabinets and relay stations in Midsayap, Pikit, and Upi for us also to visit. They also introduced the Tilendus concentrator and Diginet cards by comparing it. Tilendus concentrator is the upgraded version of diginet card. It can adjust the speed rate through the software and it has more high capacity unlike
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in diginet, it can undergo an additional of wirings before it can be upgraded. This two are used in myDSL internet. In the third week of our training, we are assigned inside of the office since our mission is to answer the phone calls, web browsing for our final report, and scanning of paper tax bill to computer. In this week, we are also able to splice a fiber optic cable as a practical. From the MSAP room, we spliced the fiber optic cable from the optical distribution frame ports for the expansion of Lamsan Trading. We also test the vacant port of cabinet 35 if it is working or not because there was the live coverage of TV 5 on the election period. In the fourth week of the training, we visit the Cotabato Relay Station located in North Upi, Maguindanao the reason was to delivered crude oil because there will be a rotational brownout thats why its needed by the generator for functioning the microwave communication system. The Cotabato Relay Station is the major relay station because it serves many areas in transmitting and receiving of information in whole Mindanao. After of our visiting in relay station, there was a fire accident happened in Barangay Bolalo, Sultan Kudarat thats why the fiber was affected. We assist in splicing of fiber optic cable in the Qurino bridge for the restoration of fiber communication from Cotabato connecting to Sultan Kudarat. After the operation in Sultan Kudarat, we check the cable of the fiber line port 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 from Cotabato connecting to Sultan Kuadrat using OTDR for the purposed if theres a high attenuation in the transmission line. In our fifth week in the company, we conduct fiber insertion Sultan Kudarat RSU because there was an upgrading installation in Lamsan Trading. After the insertion, we measured the length of the fiber that had spliced in order to know if it is connected between Sultan Kudarat RSU and Lamsan. By enjoying in the field, there was another trouble again in this week. There was a backhaw digging in the national highway and accidentally cut out the fiber cable thats why the internet connection of whole cotabato was currently disconnected. In order to connect it again, we fixed the fiber break with the
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location of 51 km breakage from PLDT Cotabato to Aleosan by splicing the fiber optic cable. After the splicing in Aleosan, we conduct checking of measure in the ODF ports using OTDR in order to see the connection line is okay in the designation cables. In our last two weeks of training, the workers thought all about the monitoring in software. They have many software that theyre monitored especially the Huawei, UT Starcom, Legacy, Alcatel and Nokia. The monitoring in software can detect any problem in hardware outside such in the cabinets along the street. It will pop the alert icon in the computer if theres a trouble in the equipment and transmission media. We also conduct sending of laser in the cabinet ports in order to see if the light source was detected in the cabinet. Learning is fun. After the services that I gave in the company, I have so many learning that I gained regarding with my confusion. They were willing to helped students as long as they served in the company. I was realized that I gained too much skill also.

OBSERVATION The trainee that was trained in PLDT-Cotabato for almost six weeks, observed the daily activities and practices of the workers inside the company that they are dealing with as well as the rules and regulations that must be followed. The trainee also observed that there must be a twenty four/seven operation in the MinCNet office for controlling and checking in their software in the company. Any worker must have a shifting schedule for completing twenty four hours service in the office. The supervisor was always checking complains and list of installations to remind everybody. The workers are also allowed leaving by 25 days of shifting in one year and also having their day off schedule.

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In the field, there must be a preparation of tools and test equipment in order to fix the fiber cable, to test the ODF ports in the relay stations, and to install the needs of the subscribers. Lastly, the trainee observed the good relationship of the workers since they were trained in different disciplines before they enter the company as regular employee. Most of them are more than 20 years in service and they were already there before they get married. They always say Patience is a virtue. PARTICIPATION The trainee participated in all activities in the company. In the normal operation of the company, the trainee used the all equipments in their good conditions for experiencing the reality of the job. Actualization of splicing fiber optic cable was one of the best experiences that the trainee focused and enjoyed. The trainee was also assigned in measuring the length of the fiber cables using the OTDR test equipment. Any trouble that will happen in the equipment will cause a big interruption in the company. The workers let the trainees participate in all activities to feel the essence of being a future engineer. INTERACTION The trainee learned to interact with the workers during the ojt at PLDT- Cotabato. We know that people have different characteristics and attitude. However, all of the workers interact with the trainees in such a friendly relationship. As a trainee, he feels comfortable with the workers as do they work in such a normal way. If there is a confusion regarding with their work, the trainee doesnt feel shy to ask some questions. They didnt treat the trainee as an ojt worker but they treated him as a co-worker. They also ask the trainee some questions regarding with his life and studies. Although, working in something is an experience, the quality of the output is the most important. Since all of them are elders, they gave us some advises not only in our works but also in our life. He also learned from the workers the accomplishments and
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mistakes for he to know the reality of a job. They also encouraged the trainee to strive with his studies until he become a professional. Even though he worked and interact with them in a short period of time, he learned a lot of them. CHALLENGES Being in control of your life and having realistic expectations about your day-to-day challenges are the keys to stress management, which is perhaps the most important ingredient to living a happy, healthy and rewarding life. If you have a positive attitude and constantly strive to give your best effort, eventually you will overcome your immediate problems and find you are ready for greater challenges. In the first week of the training, the trainee has no idea about the telephony system since it was not discussed yet in school. During the training, the trainee met some challenges to push him to work much better. The workers encouraged the trainees to read some electronics and communication books for the preparation in board examination and also to relate it in the field. Another challenge that the trainee experienced was the splicing of fiber optic cable. That was the first time that he encountered the fibers and the tools/equipments for splicing. He thought that it was so difficult because it will need a safety first but suddenly it was so fun. And because of that, the trainee learned to put a dedication to his work. The only source of knowledge is experience. PROBLEMS MET AND SOLUTIONS OFFERED The problem that was always met by the trainee were all related to the optical fiber. Every week, there was always a fiber break in different locations inside and outside of the city. In every fiber break there was also different reasons of damage. The damage of the fibers was affected in data communication. It must be restored within four hours after the damage happen. The trainee also met problem about the microwave communication relay

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station. Because in the place that has a rotational brownout, it will need an alternative energy to function the microwave communication. In some problems, there was a different solution. Since the trainee met some problem especially in optical fiber, the solution they offered was splicing. They travelled in the specific place where the fiber was breaking bringing with the tools and equipments. After they spliced the fiber optic cable, they measured the actual length in the ODF ports using the optical time domain reflectometer if the fiber break was already fixed. For the microwave communication, since the problem was the rotational brownout, the pldt crew delivered crude oil for the generator for functioning the transmission communication. Those were the problems met by the trainee and solutions offered.

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CHAPTER V- PERSONAL EVALUATION, CONCLUSSION AND RECOMMENDATION ACCOMPLISHMENT & CONTRIBUTION TO INDUSTRY PARTNER The trainee contributed many memorable moments in the company that they cant forget. Mostly, cleaning the equipments such as patch cords and preparing the tools for field was what he always does to help the employees minimize their works. He was also able to help in office works such as scanning paper tax in computer, typing of report, and also printing of papers. In field, the trainee also helped them to bring the needed equipments. They gave the trainee a chance to work in their capabilities and their skills as what they thought in the orientation. They made the workers amazed in splicing of the fiber break. The trainee was also reminding them if they forgot something. This contribution helped them to minimize their work and finished it for a short period of time. COMPETENCIES/CAPABILITIES GAINED Everyday, the trainee gained about different learning experience in the company. The trainee learned to appreciate the lesson studied in school. He realized the importance of the theories in communication especially in data communication and optical fibers. He also understands the lectures of his supervisor about the flow of the signals in the equipments that they used. They did not limit their knowledge in teaching us, they always giving us an insight about their company and practicum. He also learned to follow the instructions as what the workers said. As an apprentice who works in the company of PLDT, he learned to become a hardworking person. He always become a motivated person because of the daily activity happened. Everyone needs an action after the imagination. This is one of the best ways about participating in the on-the-job-training because it is not only a requirement to be completed but it is an opportunity to show and develop skills.
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CONCLUSSION Rendering a service to PLDT is a great experience which he can be proud as because of what we all know, it is one of the telecommunication company which branches are located nationwide. He gained knowledge in many things and every idea that thought to him was fruits of his endurance and perseverance to finish the training. Despites of many trials and hard works that he experienced in every minute during his training, he realized that OJT really did good influence and learning for future life. Simply say without it, the future work someday is boneless, no foundation or background at all. The training is the best foundation of all theories that we have encountered in school. Even though the trainee encounters many trials during the training, it was not the hindrance to stop in work but it is a challenge to pursue his dreams. The training will be useful if it is fitted from the major concern of chosen career. It will enhance your skill as well as your memory experience. RECCOMENDATION The true secret of happiness lies in taking a genuine interest in all the details of daily life. Regarding the student with limited knowledge, these training should be more active themselves in seeking more information and learning opportunities to develop the expertise in this approach. The student must need time to learn before they had to apply it in the field. Conducting different activities in the company can make the trainee enhanced skills. The program itself needs to be well prepared in order to make it better. The improvement of the design of activities involved and information provided in the training is important. The trainee also should not always rely on the books because some standards are not matched in the standard of the company. Training needs assessment and program evaluation can play an important role in order to link what trainee need and what is available on the program itself. Student should view their professional learning not only as a learning for acquiring necessary skills for engineering but also learning that involves personal construction and reflective practice.
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CHAPTER VI- APPENDICES PICTURES

Installation of Tilendus concentrator in Midsayap smart bts

Cleaning of cabinet 010 in Villarica Midsayap

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Restoring of fiber cable in Aleosan, North Cotabato

Installation of ESN card in Lamsan Trading

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Visit the Cotabato Relay Station in North Upi Maguindanao

Restoration of fiber cable in Tanghal subdivision

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My first actual splicing of fiber optic cable

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