Indiana Administrative Code Title 864 - STATE BOARD OF REGISTRATION FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
Indiana Administrative Code — Title 864
State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers: Internal Overview
1. Purpose and Scope
Title 864 governs the licensing, regulation, and discipline of professional engineers in Indiana.
It establishes the board’s authority, responsibilities, and procedures to ensure engineers meet professional standards.
The rules apply to:
Licensing applicants
Licensed engineers
Firms offering engineering services
2. Board Composition and Administration
The Board consists of appointed members who are licensed professional engineers.
Members serve fixed terms and hold regular meetings to conduct official business.
The Board administers examinations, reviews applications, and enforces compliance.
The Board appoints officers such as Chairperson, Secretary, and other roles as needed.
3. Licensing Requirements
Application Process:
Applicants must submit detailed applications to demonstrate qualifications.
Applications require educational background, experience records, references, and examination results.
Education:
Typically requires a degree in engineering from an accredited program.
Experience:
Applicants must complete a minimum number of years of engineering experience under supervision.
Examinations:
The Board requires passing of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam (or equivalent).
Passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam is also required.
Comity and Reciprocity:
The Board may issue licenses based on credentials and licensure in other states, following evaluation.
4. Renewal and Continuing Education
Licensed engineers must renew their licenses periodically.
Renewal involves paying fees and fulfilling continuing education requirements.
Continuing education must be relevant to professional engineering practice.
Records of continuing education must be maintained and made available upon request.
5. Professional Conduct and Discipline
The Board establishes standards of professional conduct.
Licensed engineers must adhere to ethical standards and avoid misconduct.
Violations such as fraud, negligence, or malpractice can result in:
Reprimand
Suspension or revocation of license
Monetary fines or other penalties
The Board conducts investigations and holds hearings when disciplinary action is necessary.
6. Seal and Certification
Licensed professional engineers are authorized to use an official seal on engineering documents.
Use of the seal certifies that work was performed or reviewed by a licensed engineer.
The Board regulates the design and use of this seal to prevent misuse.
7. Rules for Firms and Corporations
Engineering firms offering services in Indiana must register with the Board.
Firms must employ at least one licensed professional engineer responsible for professional work.
Registration requirements include submitting firm information and paying fees.
Firms are subject to compliance and may face disciplinary action for violations.
8. Administrative Procedures
The Board’s internal procedures for:
Application review
Hearing processes
Rulemaking
Recordkeeping
Includes timelines, documentation requirements, and appeal rights.
9. Definitions
Title 864 provides clear definitions of key terms such as:
Professional engineer
Engineering practice
Applicant
Board
Seal
These definitions standardize terms for all rules and procedures.
Summary Table
| Area | Description |
|---|---|
| Board Composition | Members, officers, and meeting protocols |
| Licensing Requirements | Education, experience, exams, applications |
| Renewal and Continuing Ed. | License renewal process, education requirements |
| Professional Conduct | Ethics, discipline, enforcement |
| Seal and Certification | Authorized use and control of professional engineer seal |
| Firms and Corporations | Registration, supervision, and compliance of engineering firms |
| Administrative Procedures | Processing applications, hearings, appeals |
| Definitions | Clarification of terms used throughout Title 864 |
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