College Registration Process

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What should you do prior to registering for classes?

  • Clear any holds on your record that will prevent registration. (correct)
  • Pay your fees.
  • Meet with your faculty advisor.
  • Check the Academic Calendar for the first day of class.

Where can you find information on registration, such as prepare for registration, register for classes, non-degree and audit registration, and registration videos?

  • University's registrar webpage
  • University's course schedule webpage
  • University's webpage dedicated to providing information on registration (correct)
  • University's academic calendar webpage

What should you check before registering for classes?

  • The registration schedule for your registration start time (correct)
  • The university's tuition fees
  • The university's grading policy
  • The university's refund policy

Why should you verify the length/dates of the courses you are registering for?

<p>Because the university offers multiple course delivery formats and semester lengths. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should you contact if you encounter a pre-requisite/test score error while registering?

<p>Your faculty advisor and the Department secretary, Ms. Ellen Ismalon (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the fall semester officially begin for 'full term' and 'first half' classes?

<p>Mid-August (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do 'second half' classes begin in the spring semester?

<p>Early March (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do 'second half' sessions begin in the summer?

<p>Late June (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the CRN represent in course selection?

<p>The specific indicator for the course in a specific semester (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the semesters divided at FAU?

<p>Into three terms: entire semester, first half, and second half (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information does the 'Attribute' column provide?

<p>The course level and any special features (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Status' column indicate in course selection?

<p>The number of open or waitlist seats available (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Academic Calendar?

<p>To check specific semester dates and registration records (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Instruct Method' column reflect in course selection?

<p>The instruction method used to offer the course (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information is provided in the 'Campus' column?

<p>The campus where the course is offered (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of information is provided in the 'Meeting Time' column?

<p>Days of the week, time, and duration of the course (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Registering for Classes

  • Clear any holds on your record before registering to prevent registration issues
  • Check the Registration Schedule for your registration start time
  • Check the Academic Calendar for the first day of class and other important dates
  • Verify the length/dates of the courses you're registering for, and the delivery format (e.g., full online, live lecture)

Registration Timeline

  • Fall semester: mid-August (full term and first half classes), mid-October (second half classes)
  • Spring semester: early January (full term and first half classes), early March (second half classes)
  • Summer semester: mid-May (full-term and first half sessions), late June (second half sessions)

Course Selection

  • Course information includes: Title, Subject, Course Number, Section, Hours, CRN, Term, Instructor, Meeting time, Campus, Status, and Attribute
  • Check the instructor, meeting time, campus, and status (open or waitlist seats) before selecting a course
  • Review the instruction method used to offer the course (e.g., online, laboratory)
  • Check for additional fees associated with a course (e.g., online or laboratory fees)

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