A qualified practical engineer who wishes to complete his or her studies towards a degree in engineering is eligible for exemption due to his or her studies as a practical engineer, and in accordance with the list of courses determined by the department. The extent of this exemption depends on the specific department and previous academic achievements, and in any case will not exceed 30 credits. Eligibility for exemption by a practical engineer will be granted within a period of up to five years from the completion of the student's practical engineering studies and the start of the academic studies at SCE.