Motorpool Operation Manual: Inputs for Enhancement of Syllabi in Selected Automotive Technology Courses

This study determined the profile of the Sorsogon State University motorpool operations in terms of organizational structures, motorpool personnel, number of vehicles, number of drivers, record management, dispatching and scheduling, preventive maintenance services, and policies. It also observed the practices and described the challenges faced by the motorpool unit in its daily operations. The study proposed the creation of a SorSU operation manual and suggested that the manual serve as input in the enhancement of the syllabus of selected Automotive Technology courses.The study utilized a descriptive research design to understand the qualitative data. A total of forty (40) respondents, composed of university administrators, motorpool personnel, faculty, and students, were selected using the purposive sampling method. An unstructured interview questionnaire developed by the researcher was utilized in the study. The data were analyzed using documentary analysis and Braun and Clarke's thematic analysis.The findings reveal that the profile of SorSU motorpool operations is composed of competent personnel, various and diverse vehicles, excellent management systems, and organized policies. Also, the unit operated with industry-like outstanding practices. On the other hand, there were challenges encountered by the personnel and users in their daily operations. The output of the study is the creation of a motorpool operations manual that guides all motorpool stakeholders on its operations. Lastly, the said manual serves as instructional material and is inputted in the syllabus of selected automotive subjects.