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Special Courses
Independent Study Courses - Identified with an “IS” and a code of x80x – x83x (if not a catalogued course). An IS course is specifically formatted to be delivered by a professor according to the individual student’s needs and learning style outside of a regular classroom setting. The IS course topic, requirements, and expectations are communicated through a course syllabus/contract between the student and instructor that specifies the nature and extent of interaction between the student and instructor and the expectations for satisfactory course completion. This syllabus along with the Request for Independent Study form must be submitted to the dean responsible for the department in which the course is offered. Based on the nature of the course and the student, the instructor of an IS course may require a number of face-to-face meetings. (A special Independent Study Fee is charged for Independent Study courses.)
Special Topic Courses - Identified with a “TOP” (unless the title includes the type of course) and a code of x84x – x88x. TOP courses are periodically included in the semester schedule to enrich the curriculum and are not listed specifically in the catalog. A professor instructs a semester-length structured class regarding a specific topic. These may be repeated for credit on different subjects.
Travel Courses - Identified with a “TVL” (unless the title includes the type of course) and a code of x89x – x91x. Travel courses are faculty-led experiences that combine classroom-based preparatory teaching with on-site instruction in selected locals. Travel courses are periodically included in the semester schedule and are not listed specifically in the catalog. Special fees to cover course expenses may be charged.
Internship and Practicum Courses - Identified with an “INT” (unless the title includes the type of course) and a code of x9xx – x9xx. These allow the student a length of time at a specific location(s) where he/she makes application of the broad-range of theoretical learning while under the direct supervision of a professional in the discipline. (A special Internship or Practicum Fee may be required.)
Field Experience Courses - Identified with a “FLD” (unless the title includes the type of course) and a code of x97x. Students do short-term, on-site observations and evaluations in a discipline. Field experience courses may be repeated for credit. (A special Field Experience Fee may be required.)
Certified Prior Learning Courses - Credits awarded for learning obtained via sources that have been previously identified are identified with a “CPL” on the transcript.
Portfolio Courses - Credits awarded for learning verified through faculty assessment of students’ portfolios are identified with a “PRT” on the transcript. (A special Portfolio Assessment Fee is required.)
Graduate Student Instructor - A graduate student contracted to teach one or more courses and who is responsible for reporting grades in his/her own name. An individual engaged in this capacity must be enrolled in an academic program of the university.
Graduate Assistant - A graduate student of the university contracted on a part-time, temporary basis for the performance of academic services including research or general assistance with academic programs. An individual engaged in this capacity must be enrolled in an academic program of the university.
Graduate Teaching Assistant - A graduate student contracted on a part-time, temporary basis to carry out instructional activities or lab supervision. The primary responsibility of this position is to assist faculty members in performing instructional tasks. An individual engaged in this capacity must be enrolled in an academic program of the university
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