CSUF Key Terms Flashcards

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What are additional requirements?

Courses from one or more departments or programs that are required in support of the major.

What is a certificate?

A set of interdisciplinary courses comprised of a minimum of 12 units focusing on a special area of study.

What is the Certificate of Completion?

It is awarded for successfully completing a planned educational experience designed for specific academic objectives.

What is the Certificate of Special Study?

It is awarded for successfully completing a structured program of educational experiences of at least twelve semester units. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Certificate of Advanced Study?

A certificate program of special study at the postbaccalaureate level. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by concurrent enrollment?

It refers to several types of enrollment where students may take courses at multiple institutions simultaneously. Signup and view all the answers

What does core refer to in academic terms?

A common set of courses within a major or minor that all students are required to complete. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Degree Progress Report (DPR)?

A tool used by students and advisors to guide the advising process and show progress in a degree program. Signup and view all the answers

What does double-counting allow?

It allows one course to fulfill two separate requirements concurrently. Signup and view all the answers

What are electives?

Courses/units a student selects to complete the total unit requirement for the degree. Signup and view all the answers

How is Grade Point Average (GPA) calculated?

It is computed by dividing grade points earned by units attempted. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a major?

A set of required courses from one or more departments providing knowledge for a specific career. Signup and view all the answers

What is a minor?

A formal set of courses in a designated subject area distinct from a student's major. Signup and view all the answers

What is My Degree Plan?

An interactive planning tool for students to plan courses for future semesters. Signup and view all the answers

What is an option in academic terms?

A set of required courses within a major that emphasizes a specific aspect of study. Signup and view all the answers

What are prerequisite requirements?

Courses that must be completed prior to enrollment in listed courses. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a roadmap?

To assist students and advisors in developing a course scheduling strategy. Signup and view all the answers

What does units refer to in an academic context?

A credit or semester unit represents one hour of class work per week for one semester. Signup and view all the answers

What are recommended courses?

Courses that faculty believe would be beneficial but are not mandated. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Additional Requirements

Required courses from various departments or programs to support major.
Not included in the minimum 2.0 GPA needed for major graduation.
May be waived or substituted at the department’s discretion.
Can count towards a minor and General Education, unless prohibited.

Certificate

Comprises a minimum of 12 interdisciplinary units in a specific study area.
Not limited to matriculated or undergraduate students.
Three types of certificates: Certificate of Completion, Certificate of Special Study, Certificate of Advanced Study.

Certificate of Completion

Awarded for successfully completing a structured educational experience with specific academic goals.

Certificate of Special Study

Requires at least 12 semester units of upper division or professional courses.
Must follow a pre-determined structured program.

Certificate of Advanced Study

Special study program at the postbaccalaureate level.

Concurrent Enrollment

Various types include Open University Enrollment, concurrent enrollment at other CSU campuses, and enrollment at non-CSU institutions.
Combined enrollment must abide by unit load restrictions.

Core

A common set of courses that must be completed by all students within a major or minor.

Degree Progress Report (DPR)

Tool for students and advisors to track academic progress.
Displays completed courses, major application, General Education, and degree requirements.

Double-Counting

A single course fulfilling two different requirements, e.g., major and General Education.

Electives

Courses chosen by students to satisfy total unit requirement for their degree or major.

Grade Point Average (GPA)

Computed by dividing grade points earned by units attempted.
Three GPA types: cumulative (all units), CSU units, and semester-based.
Minimum of 2.0 GPA required for graduation; higher for master's degree students.

Major

Collection of required courses providing knowledge and skills for a specific career or advanced study.
Minimum 2.0 GPA in major courses required for graduation.

Minor

Formal set of courses distinct from a student's major, requiring a minimum of 12 semester units.
At least 6 units must be upper-division residence units.
Minors must also achieve a minimum 2.0 GPA.

My Degree Plan

An interactive tool for course planning aligned with degree requirements.

Option

Focused set of courses within a major beyond core requirements, reflected on the diploma.

Prerequisite Requirements

Courses that must be completed prior to enrolling in a subsequent course.
Failing to meet these may result in disenrollment.

Roadmap

Planning tool to help students and advisors create effective course schedules for degree completion.

Units

Represents one hour of classwork per week for one semester, with expected preparation time.
Different formats of courses have specific unit equivalences (e.g. lab, activity).
Distinction between Units Attempted and Units Earned on transcripts.

Recommended Courses

Suggested by faculty to benefit students but are not mandatory for the major.

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Test your knowledge of key terms related to the California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) academic requirements. This quiz covers essential terminology that supports understanding of major and minor requirements. Enhance your comprehension of academic policies and definitions crucial for graduation.