The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, shall have the following meanings, unless otherwise defined in the subchapter:

1. (1) Board--The governing body of the agency known as the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
2. (2) Certificate Program--Has the meaning as defined in §2.3(12) of this title (relating to Definitions).
3. (3) Coordinating Board--The agency known as the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, including agency staff.
4. (4) Degree Program--Has the meaning prescribed in §2.3(19) of this title.
5. (5) Lower-Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM)--A publication listing academic courses, as defined in §4.23(13) of this title (relating to Definitions).
6. (6) Program Plan--A recommended sequence of courses by semester, term, or enrollment period that will satisfy the requirement for a student to complete a certificate or degree program.
7. (7) Texas Common Course Numbering System (TCCNS)--A common course numbering system, as defined in §4.23(10) of this title, and authorized by Texas Education Code, §61.832.

Source Note:The provisions of this §4.363 adopted to be effective May 13, 2026, 51 TexReg 3098.