Courses numbered 100 or higher are taught at the college undergraduate level. Numbers 100-199 are considered freshman level, while 200-299 are at the sophomore level. Courses numbered 199 or 299 are generally experimental to evaluate student response. Courses numbered below 100 generally do not carry transfer credit.

Courses numbered 198 or 298 are independent study. Independent study is used for individualized advanced studies on a particular topic, studies in areas not considered in other courses to meet special interests, or to meet program requirements.

Independent study affords an opportunity for students with previous study in a subject area to pursue further investigations for credit. Prerequisite: Instructor and department chair approval of study plan. 12 credits maximum total credit.