Professions and Occupations - As enacted, authorizes graduates of certain accredited engineering technology curriculums to apply for and become registered as engineers, provided, that such persons have prior engineering experience and meet certain examination requirements. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 62, Chapter 2, Part 4.

SB 2447 would allow graduates of ABET ETAC-accredited four-year engineering technology programs to become licensed engineers in Tennessee, provided they meet specific requirements. To qualify, applicants must have at least eight years of progressive engineering experience under a licensed engineer, submit three professional references from licensed engineers in the state, and pass two exams administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (FE and PE). The bill amends Tennessee’s engineering registration laws (TCA Title 4 and Title 62, Chapter 2, Part 4) to create this pathway, directly affecting engineering technology graduates seeking licensure. It does not change existing requirements for traditional engineering degree holders.