Capital Equipment as defined by the University accounting system is:
considered to be property with a total cost or value of $5,000 or more (July 1, 1996);
has a life expectancy in excess of one (1) year,
is made of durable materials, not glass, etc., and
is not a replacement or repair part for a fixed asset.
Capitalized equipment with a value of $5,000 dollars or more will be inventoried by Equipment Management.
Procured items below the $5,000 dollar threshold that require control should be inventoried and controlled by each department in consultation with their respective Financial Officer.
