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Summer 2008 Course Schedule

Over 350 courses for undergraduates, graduates, and Pre-college students.

Online Courses

8 courses.  Undergraduates may enroll in the following:  TRS 210, 280, 333. Undergrads will need permission from the School of Religious Studies and Theology to enroll in TRS 540 because it is a graduate level course.

Please note that instructors, courses and other listings are subject to change.

*Be sure to have your academic advisor review your course selections before registering*

               

 FAQ - Online Courses

1.  How much does an online course cost?

The cost of an online course is the same as an on-campus course: $740 per credit hour.

2.  Is an online course easier than an on-campus course?

It depends on how you learn.  You can expect to succeed in an online course if you put in as much study time as you do in any of your successful on-campus courses; maintain good time managment habits, and are familiar with technology.

3.  Would I have to be online at a certain time for class?

You may have to meet at a certain time for online discussions, but most of the work will be done on your own time according to your schedule - this gives you flexibility and the responsibility to stay on task.

4. What kind of technology would I need for an online course?

You will need your CUA email account, a broadband connection, and access to a computer with the following minimum specifications:

Desktop

• Processor: Intel® Core 2 Duo E6300 (1.86GHz)
• Memory: 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM
• Video Card: 128MB PCI Express x16
• Hard Drive: 160GB SATA 3.0Gb/s7200 RPM
• Optical Drive: 16X CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW)
• Display: 17 inch flat panel screen with minimum 1024x768 resolution
• Communications: internal 10/100 Ethernet LAN card
• Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Business or Ultimate; or Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 2
• Productivity Software: Microsoft® Office® Home and Student 2007
• Other Software: Enhanced software for DVD writer

Notebook

• Processor: Intel® Core 2 Duo T5500 (1.66GHz)
• Display: 15.4 inch WXGA LCD Panel
• Memory: 1 GB shared DDR2 SDRAM
• Hard Drive: 80GB Hard Drive
• Optical Drive: 24x CD burner/DVD combo drive
• Communications: integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN
• Wireless: integrated wireless networking card (802.11b/g)
• USB Ports: four USB 2.0
• Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Business or Ultimate; or Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 2
• Productivity Software: Microsoft® Office® Home and Student 2007

Your instructor may require additional materials or software.

5.  What course managment system does CUA use?

CUA hosts two online course managment systems, Sakai and Blackboard.  You will need to logon to  a course management system to access course materials and assignments. Your professor will provide specific details.

6.  How do I drop a course?

You can drop an online course on Cardinal Station as you would any other course - by the third day of the session.  See Summer Sessions calendar for all deadlines.

7.  When does class begin?

Your course begins on the date on your course schedule.  Your instructor will send you an email to begin class proceedings.

8. Does the Unversity Dishonesty Act apply to online courses?

Yes.  Any act of deliberate deceit in the fulfilment of a student's obligations to the academic community is a violation.  See article  III, Section, 1 of the CUA Student Handbook for more details.

CUA computing resources: http://computing.cua.edu/

Summer 2008 Session Dates

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