Course Category Determination Clause Samples

The Course Category Determination clause defines how courses are classified into specific categories within an educational program or institution. Typically, this clause outlines the criteria or process for assigning courses to categories such as core, elective, or specialized tracks, and may specify who is responsible for making these determinations. By clearly establishing how courses are categorized, the clause ensures consistency in curriculum structure and helps students and administrators understand program requirements and options.
Course Category Determination. Each course/assignment shall be evaluated by the ▇▇▇▇ and placed in Category A, B, or C as described below. This evaluation shall be recommended to the Vice President and may be reviewed by the Instructional Cabinet. The Vice President will make the final category determination. a. Category A – Courses of a clinical nature and non-instructional assignments such as developmental lab teaching assistants. b. Category B – Counseling and Library assignments and courses with little or no formal evaluation of the student. c. Category C – College credit courses and required high school completion courses. All ABE/GED/ESL lecture courses shall be in this category.