Classroom Scheduling - FAQ's
What are the priorities for classroom scheduling?
Classroom Scheduling coordinates the scheduling of academic classrooms by the following priorities:
- Scheduled academic classes
- University sponsored programs and financed activities, inter-collegiate sports events, musical programs, performances, etc.
- Activities of formally recognized University organizations
Who do I contact to reserve a classroom for a meeting?
Classroom Scheduling at extension 581-1311.
How do I add, change or cancel a course?
Complete Form to Add a Course Section (PDF) and fax (581-1314) or mail to Classroom Scheduling, 100 Wingate Hall. To change or cancel a course, e-mail the information to Kara Boyington on FirstClass.
How do I request a classroom with technology?
Complete Classroom Request Form and fax (581-1314) or mail to Classroom Scheduling, 100 Wingate Hall.
How do I cross list a course?
E-mail the information regarding both courses to be cross-listed to Kara Boyingtonon FirstClass . Indicate that both courses are to be crossed-listed, same day(s), time and classroom. Indicate the total number of students desired in the cross-listed courses and indicate how many students are desired in each course.
What is the minimum enrollment before a course is cancelled?
Courses whose enrollment falls below the following minimum may be cancelled:
- 100 and 200-level courses - 12 students
- 300 and 400-level courses - 8 students
- 500 and 600-level courses - 4 students
CED
- 100-499-level courses - 12 students
- 500-699-level courses - 6 students
What time does a course have to start in order to be considered CED?
4:00 p.m.
Where can I find a composite listing of course designators?
www.catalog.umaine.edu. Click on Key to Abbreviations
What are the official UMaine class periods?
- MWF 8:00 - 8:50 a.m.
- MWF 9:00 - 9:50 a.m.
- MWF 10:00 - 10:50 a.m.
- MWF 11:00 - 11:50 a.m.
- MWF 12:10 - 1:00 p.m.
- MWF 1:10 - 2:00 p.m.
- MWF 2:10 - 3:00 p.m.
- MWF 3:10 - 4:00 p.m.
- MWF 4:10 - 5:00 pm.
- TTH 8:00 - 9:15 a.m.
- TTH 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.
- TTH 11:00 - 12:15 p.m.
- TTH 12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
- TTH 2:00 - 3:15 p.m.
- TTH 3:30 - 4:45 p.m.
If I teach a 3 credit hour course, how many minutes of class time does the class need to meet each week?
The general rule of thumb is 150 minutes per week.
Where can I find abbreviations for classroom buildings?
Click here to find table of building abbreviations.
What are the rules for "sunsetting" a course?
The Commission on Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, has a very specific accreditation standard relating to public disclosure, to wit: It [the institution] does not list as current any courses not taught for two consecutive years, which will not be taught during the third consecutive year. The catalog contains a listing of current courses. Therefore, courses not meeting the above criteria will not be published in the catalog and should either be eliminated or "sunsetted" (no longer published in the catalog, but maintained on file as an approved course, for five years).
Once a course has been "sunsetted," how do I reinstate the course if I plan to teach it?
E-mail Dan Lamson and ask to have the course reinstated. Indicate which semester you will be teaching the course.
What do I do in the event of a "bomb threat"?
You should immediately notify the Department of Public Safety ( dial 911 ), which will then determine the seriousness of the situation.
In the event of serious bomb threat, will my class or final examination be rescheduled?
Yes, your class or final examination will be rescheduled in a matter of minutes.
How will I know where my class or final examination has been rescheduled to?
Public Safety will evacuate and secure the building under threat and post prominent signs to notify students and faculty of the alternate site.
What should I do if my final exam is in progress and a bomb threat is received and the building is evacuated by Public Safety?
Collect the exams and exit the building. You should remain outside the building at the designated "safe place" as determined by Public Safety and await relocation information. Proceed to the alternate site where the exam can be completed. Should your exam be disrupted by a bomb threat, the disruption should be taken into account when grading exams.
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modified on
8/18/09
