Perceived Usefulness of Logic Circuit Design in Enhancing Technical Proficiency Among BSIT Students in Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology- Peñaranda Off-Campus

This research evaluates the perceived usefulness and technical proficiency of eighty-four (84) Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) students at the Peñaranda Off-Campus (POC) site following the implementation of logic circuits for 7-segment displays. Utilizing a Quantitative Method with a correlational-descriptive design, the study analyzes the transition from theoretical logic design to physical hardware prototyping. The participants used a structured workflow that included truth table construction, Karnaugh Map (K-map) reduction, and the application of 74XX-series logic ICs with 21 LEDs. Empirical results yielded an overall weighted mean of 3.43 ("Effective") for logic design concepts and 3.49 ("Proficient") for technical proficiency. Statistical analysis at an alpha level of 0.05 confirmed no significant relationship between the respondents' demographic profiles and their technical assessments, validating the methodology as an equitable and gender-neutral pedagogical model. The study identifies a "Fixing vs. Foundation" gap, where high troubleshooting proficiency is contrasted by lower scores in mathematical optimization and wiring precision (3.32–3.37), suggesting the need for a simulation-first approach to bridge the gap between abstract theory and physical assembly.