The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to:
 1. Professional engineers licensed under chapter 542B.

Terms Used In Iowa Code 544A.17

  • Architect: means a person qualified to engage in the practice of architecture who holds a current valid license under the laws of this state. See Iowa Code 544A.16
  • engineering: means "professional engineer" or "professional engineering". See Iowa Code 542B.2
  • In responsible charge: means having direct control of and personal supervision over any land surveying work or work involving the practice of engineering. See Iowa Code 542B.2
  • Professional engineer: means a person, who, by reason of the person's knowledge of mathematics, the physical sciences, and the principles of engineering, acquired by professional education or practical experience, is qualified to engage in the practice of engineering. See Iowa Code 542B.2
 2. Persons acting under the instruction, control, or supervision of, and those executing the plans of, a licensed architect or a professional engineer licensed under chapter 542B, provided that such unlicensed persons shall not be placed in responsible charge of architectural or professional engineering work.
 3. Superintendents, inspectors, supervisors, and building trades craftspersons while performing their customary duties.