3.1.4.2 Qualifying Examination Committee
A Qualifying Examination Committee (QEC), comprised of a minimum of two departmental faculty members, in collaboration with the Dissertation Chair is approved for each student by the Executive Committee of the PhD Program. The dissertation committee may serve as the QEC or another committee comprised of the primary academic advisor, Dissertation Chair, and an appointed representative of the Executive Committee may serve as the QEC. This committee will hear the oral research presentation and review the student’s record in preparation for Candidacy. The presentation will be scheduled and conducted using distance technology (Zoom or other meeting platform).