Nebraska Administrative Code Topic - ENGINEERS AND ARCHITECTS
Here’s an updated overview of the Nebraska Administrative Code – Topic: Engineers and Architects, which falls under Title 110, overseen by the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects:
📘 Overview: Engineers & Architects Regulation
1. Statutes & Administrative Code
The statutory framework is the Engineers and Architects Regulation Act (Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 81‑3401 to 81‑3455), which establishes licensure and practice standards for engineers and architects (ea.nebraska.gov).
The Rules and Regulations implementing the Act are codified as Title 110, Nebraska Administrative Code, chapters 1–11 (ea.nebraska.gov).
2. Key Content Areas
• Definitions & Scope
Clarifies what constitutes the “practice of engineering” and “practice of architecture,” and defines roles such as professional engineer, responsible charge, and technical submissions (ea.nebraska.gov).
• Board Composition & Authority
The Board of Engineers and Architects includes architect and engineer professionals plus public members, appointed by the Governor, empowered to license, regulate, and enforce the Act (ea.nebraska.gov).
• Licensure & Seals
Licensure requirements include education, experience, and examinations; certificates issued denote “Licensed Architect” or “Licensed Professional Engineer” (ea.nebraska.gov).
Sealing standards mandate the official stamp on submissions, with rules governing use, signature, and date .
• Continuing Education
The Board may require continuing education (PDH) as a condition for license renewal (ea.nebraska.gov). Also supported by professional development info online .
• Combined Services with Construction
Allows combined engineering/architectural and construction services—only if licensed professionals directly supervise respective services (s3.amazonaws.com).
• Enforcement & Penalties
The Board enforces licensure rules, can investigate unauthorized practice, and initiate disciplinary or prosecutorial actions .
Unauthorized practice, misuse of titles, or supervision violations may lead to misdemeanor or felony charges .
3. Administrative Code Structure (Title 110)
Typically organized into chapters with topics like:
Definitions / Scope
Licensure processes
Examination procedures
Professional seals
Continuing education and renewals
Combined services regulations
Disciplinary process and hearings
Fees and financial provisions
9–11. Miscellaneous rules, board administration, record-keeping .
4. How to Access Detailed Rules
The Board publishes a comprehensive Statutes & Regulations Handbook (March 2024), which includes the full text of both the Act and Title 110 chapters 1–10 (ea.nebraska.gov).
For official details, titles, exact chapter/section numbers, or nuanced rules—visit the Board’s ea.nebraska.gov site or the State’s Administrative Code portal under Title 110: Engineers & Architects.
✅ Summary
The Topic - Engineers and Architects in the Nebraska Administrative Code establishes:
Who can practice (licensed individuals, defined roles, exemptions)
Board structure & powers (licensing, enforcement)
Licensure requirements (education, exams, experience)
Practice norms (seals, supervision, continuing education)
Ethical & legal obligations (discipline, penalties)
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