2016 Utah Code
Title 53B - State System of Higher Education
Chapter 2a - Utah College of Applied Technology
Section 101 - Definitions.

Effective 5/10/2016
53B-2a-101. Definitions.
As used in this chapter:

• (1) "Applied technology college" means a member college of the Utah College of Applied Technology.

• (2) "Board of trustees" means the Utah College of Applied Technology Board of Trustees.
  

• (3) "Commissioner of technical education" means the Utah College of Applied Technology commissioner of technical education.

• (4) "Competency-based" means mastery of subject matter or skill level, as demonstrated through business and industry approved standards and assessments, achieved through participation in a hands-on learning environment, and which is tied to observable, measurable performance objectives.

• (5) "Member" means a member of the board of trustees.

• (6) "Open-entry, open-exit" means:
  • (a) a method of instructional delivery that allows for flexible scheduling in response to individual student needs or requirements and demonstrated competency when knowledge and skills have been mastered;
  • (b) students have the flexibility to begin or end study at any time, progress through course material at their own pace, and demonstrate competency when knowledge and skills have been mastered; and
  • (c) if competency is demonstrated in a program of study, a credential, certificate, or diploma may be awarded.

Amended by Chapter 236, 2016 General Session