Assessment of the Automotive Technology Program’s Compliance with Waste Management Procedures of Mariano Marcos State University
Dave Malan G. Dahilig *
Mariano Marcos State University, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
Jayson S. Tebes
Mariano Marcos State University, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This study assessed the level of compliance of the Automotive Technology Program of Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU-CIT) with established waste management procedures. The objective was to evaluate current practices and identify gaps to support the development of enhanced waste management guidelines aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12 on responsible consumption and production.
Study Design: A descriptive-quantitative research design was employed to measure the degree of compliance across major components of waste management.
The study was conducted at the College of Industrial Technology, Mariano Marcos State University, during the first semester of Academic Year 2024–2025.
Data was gathered through a validated survey questionnaire administered to 30 respondents composed of faculty, staff, and laboratory personnel. Weighted mean and composite mean were used to determine the level of compliance.
Findings revealed that the Automotive Technology Program achieved an overall weighted mean of 2.95, indicating partial compliance with institutional and environmental standards. Among the key indicators, compliance ranged from 2.63 to 3.20, reflecting inconsistencies in waste segregation, hazardous waste handling, and documentation. The mean score for waste segregation and disposal (2.97) suggested efforts toward proper waste management but also highlighted areas needing improvement, particularly in labeling, bin organization, and staff training.
The study concludes that the current waste management practices of MMSU-CIT are moderately implemented but require systematic enhancement to achieve full compliance. The proposed Enhanced Waste Management Guidelines are recommended for adoption to strengthen institutional policies, curriculum integration, and environmental awareness. Looking forward, these guidelines may serve as a replicable model for other academic and technical institutions seeking to improve sustainability and environmental compliance.
The study recommends the development and institutionalization of enhanced waste management guidelines that are valid, implementable, and aligned with both academic and industrial standards. These guidelines should be integrated into the curriculum and operational policies to strengthen environmental education, promote responsible waste practices, and foster a culture of sustainability among faculty and students. By aligning institutional waste management systems with global best practices, the university can contribute to advancing responsible consumption and production, consistent with the objectives of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12 (SDG 12).
Keywords: Automotive technology program, waste management procedures, automotive education, SDG 12