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How to read course information

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To review class details, click on the title for the course anywhere you see a course title in the add/drop menu. Class details provide information about course content, schedule, requirements, and final exam schedule.

Details section What it means

Class details

Overview of the course including the where, when, and how the course will be taught

Bookstore links

Required and recommended course materials

Description/comments

A description of the content covered in the course. Additionally, any comments are added by the department

Pathways to General Education

If the course counts toward Pathways, the area will be listed. Note: more than one area may be listed here. Connect with your assigned advisor to determine how the course may apply to your major’s requirements

Restrictions

The course may be restricted to certain students. Review the Common Errors page to learn more about restriction types. Keep in mind, some sections of a course may have different restrictions

Instruction/Meeting Type

Instructor(s) for the course are listed here. Additionally, meeting location, time, and type are also listed

Enrollment

How many students are currently enrolled in the course as well as the total maximum seats

Prerequisites

The course may require other courses be completed prior to enrollment

Cross-listed Courses

This implies the course is a single course offered by multiple departments. The course will have the same meeting type and syllabus but may have different course pre-fixes

Fees

Additional fees for course materials that will be included in your tuition bill. You will not be required to pay the fee while completing course registration

Exam Schedule

Planned final exam time. Check with instructor to confirm final exam

Example of the Class Details window in add/drop.