This ruling would apply not only to new applicants, but also to existing students. Professor Prem Chopra moved, and Professor Phil Kazemersky seconded the motion to approve the change. Professor Nick Honerkamp asked if there were any accreditation ramifications. Professor Sedrick replied no. Professor Terry Carney further explained that accreditation in engineering works a bit differently than it does in other disciplines.
Universities have the choice of accrediting either their undergraduate or graduate programs.
At UTC we chose the undergraduate program so that our students can sit for professional exams. Professor Ken Carson asked what the qualifying grade point average is. Professor Sedrick said a 2.5. The motion passed by voice vote. Convocation Professor Bill Butterfield has agreed to chair the committee for another year.