Spring Courses
Dates for Spring 2007 Credit Courses
| January Term |
January 2 - January 19 |
| Online Classes |
Typically start January 22 |
| Full Semester |
January 22 - May 17 |
| First Mod |
January 22 - March 25 |
| Second Mod |
March 26 - May 17 |
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No Classes will be held on January 15, February 19-20, or March
12-16.
The week of May 14-17 is finals week. Class meeting times differ
during finals week to allow for a two hour exam time in each course.
See the final schedule
for details.
What is the maxiumum credit load for a regular semester?
You should not take more than 18 credit hours in a regular semester.
If your goal is to finish in normal time frame for the degree, it
is recommended to keep an average of 15 credit hours a semester.
Normal classes vary between one to five credits, but most are worth
three credit hours. Consultation with a faculty advisor or staff
in the Advising & Career Center is strongly recommended before
registering for more than 15 credits.
Course Numbering System (Credit Based Courses)
When looking at the course schedule, each course has an abbreviation
such as ENGL 111 for English Composition. The number listed indicates
the difficulty level of the course as noted below:
| 030-099 |
Courses designed to prepare student for
college level Math or English. |
| 100-299 |
Courses designed for first and second year
undergraduates. |
| 300-499 |
Advance undergraduate courses designed for
juniors and seniors. These courses may require introductory
work in the field as a prerequisite. |
| 500-599 |
Courses designed primarily for
graduate students. |
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Where do I find course descriptions?
Descriptions for credit based courses are found in the Mesa
State College Catalog. The description may include a list of
other courses that should be taken as a prerequisite or corequisite.
What is the difference between Credit and Non-Credit
Courses?
Credit courses can be used to fulfill degree requirements, for
professional development, or to improve your academic credentials.
These courses are graded and are transferable to other regionally
accredited colleges and universities.
Non-credit courses are excellent for learning new skills or hobbies
for personal and professional improvement. Students who complete
these courses earn a certification of completion in each course.
Although the courses are not usable toward a degree, the benefits
of taking these classes can show up both in your personal life and/or
work experience.
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