Course Numbering

Lawrence University has revised its course numbering system. Beginning with the 2001 fall term, courses will be identified by 3-digit numbers using the definitions given below. The course catalog and class schedule for the 2001-02 academic year will display both the old 2-digit and new 3-digit numbers for each course.

Until the conversion of academic records to the new computer system is complete, transcripts and other reports containing course information will continue to display 2-digit numbers.

These courses generally do not require prior study unless they are part of a sequence, such as introductory language or mathematics courses. This level includes courses introducing students to the discipline as well as any topical courses aimed at non-majors.

These courses represent the second tier of work in each discipline and might include methods courses and introductions to sub-disciplines. Typically these courses are not appropriate for entering freshmen, but in some departments they might be appropriate for continuing students with no prior experience in the subject.

These courses include seminar series, special topics courses, and advanced work in sub-disciplines. Students enrolling in advanced courses are expected to understand the basic methodology of the discipline.

These courses include the culminating work in a discipline, and are not appropriate for students who are neither majors nor minors in the discipline.

Revised 10-Sep-03

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