For traditional courses, a semester credit hour represents one clock hour of instruction (or two clock hours of laboratory) per week and two hours of student work per week for a minimum of fifteen weeks (or equivalent). For online classes, each semester credit hour would represent a minimum of three hours of instruction and/or student work per week for a minimum of 15 weeks (or the equivalent) to meet learning outcomes appropriate to the level of the course. Some courses in art, music, physical education, and other areas are calculated according to the accreditation standards in the particular area.
COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM The following system is to be used to ensure consistency in the numbering of courses.
100-199 Freshman Students Taken by any student who satisfies the prerequisites or obtains the consent of the instructor; Does not carry graduate credit.
200-299 Sophomore Students Taken by any student who satisfies the prerequisites or obtains the consent of the instructor; Does not carry graduate credit.
300-399 Junior Students Taken by any student who satisfies the prerequisites or obtains the consent of the instructor; Does not carry graduate credit.
400-499 Senior Students Taken by any student who satisfies the prerequisites or obtains the consent of the instructor; Does not carry graduate credit.
500-999 Graduate Students Only
600-699 Graduate Students Only Seminar and independent study courses.