The Curriculum: Definition of Terms

Academic Terms

Semester (or equivalent two-module term): A semester represents a standard academic term of study. In modular programs, one semester is equivalent to two consecutive modules that together constitute a single academic term. There are two semester per academic year.

Module: A discrete academic session within modular programs. Two modules together are equivalent to one semester (or equivalent academic term). There are five modules per academic year.

Term: A general reference to an academic period of enrollment, which may be a semester or an equivalent two-module term depending on the program structure.

Course Structure

Credit Hour: A unit of academic measurement defined in the College’s Credit Hour Policy. The number of credits listed after each course description indicates the credit hours assigned to the course.

Prerequisite (P): A course or requirement that must be completed prior to enrollment in a subsequent course. The letter P following a course description indicates a prerequisite required for enrollment in that course.

Course Levels

• 100–199: Introductory undergraduate courses
• 200–299: Intermediate undergraduate courses
• 300–499: Advanced undergraduate courses
• 500–799: Graduate-level courses

Instructional Delivery

Instructional Modalities: Courses may be delivered in on ground, online, or hybrid formats depending on program structure and academic scheduling.

Governance and Authority

Catalog: The academic catalog serves as the official institutional document governing curriculum, academic policies, and degree requirements. The official course schedule implements, but does not supersede, catalog-defined curriculum requirements.

Course and Classroom Scheduling and Academic and Enrollment Records: The Office of the Registrar is the administrative office responsible for maintaining official course schedules, academic records, enrollment documentation, and classroom assignments.

Course Cancellations: The College reserves the right to cancel any course for which there is insufficient enrollment.