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Fusce fermentum vel risus eget pulvinar. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/articles/reducing-second-year-workload.md b/content/resources/articles/reducing-second-year-workload.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..6d9c22b23 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/resources/articles/reducing-second-year-workload.md @@ -0,0 +1,144 @@ +--- +title: "Ways to Reduce Your Second Year Workload" +date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z +draft: false +layout: article-question +summary: "Strategically selecting courses in your first year can help reduce your second-year workload and set you up for academic success." +contributors: +- Matthew MacRae-Bovell +- Jacc Padmakar +sources: +related: +- should-you-take-z-section +--- + +Strategically selecting courses in your first year can significantly lighten your second-year workload. One popular option is taking the COMP 1405/1406-Z section, and we've put together a [full guide](/resources/articles/should-you-take-z-section/) to help you decide if it's the right fit for you. + +However, the Z section isn't the only way to ease your second-year course load. There are many other approaches that are worth considering to build a more balanced academic path. + +
+ +### 1. Take a 2000-Level COMP Course in the Summer + +COMP 2401 and COMP 2402 have now been offered in the summer for the past few years. If you were to take any 2000-level COMP course during the summer of your first year, you could reduce the number of “heavy courses” you need to take in your second year fall term from four to three. + +
+ +### 2. Take STAT 2507 in First Year + +Taking STAT 2507 in first year reduces one of the required courses you’ll otherwise likely want to take in second year. + +By taking it in the Fall Term of your first year, you will end up with four perfectly balanced terms of “heavy” courses. This is the simplest way to logically lessen your 2nd year course load. + +
+ +### 3. Take MATH 2000+ Credit in First Year + +As early as winter of first-year, you can take a MATH 2000+ level course, which is a requirement of your major. + +However, by default you will have likely placed one of each of your 1000 level math requirements in each term to spread them out. + +This means if you blindly throw a MATH 2000+ course into your Winter Term, you will likely now have four heavy courses in the Winter Term of your first year. + +If you plan to do this, you should also move either your opposite MATH 1000 level requirement or COMP 1805 requirement to the fall to maintain having three perfectly balanced course loads. + +
+ +### 4. Push a 2000-Level Course to Third Year + +Instead of pushing courses earlier, you can also push them back further. + +Courses like STAT 2507, or your 2000 level MATH credit do not impact you gaining access to 3000 level COMP courses. + +You also are not going to take all your 3000 COMP courses in third year. So you do not need to complete all the necessary 2000 level prerequisites right away. + +
+ +### 5. Taking COMP 1805 in First-Year Fall Doesn’t Necessarily Lessen 2nd Year Course Load + +Taking COMP 1805 in first year fall does not really lessen your 2nd year course load unless you anticipate taking COMP 2804 in the winter of your 1st year. + +We recommend you **do not** take COMP 2804 before taking STAT 2507. Taking STAT 2507 before COMP 2804 makes the course experience easier because there is overlap between their material. + +If you just move COMP 1805 to the fall term of your first year, you’ll just end up with 3 “heavy courses” in the fall and 2 “heavy courses” in the winter. + +
+ +## Benefits of Reducing Your 2nd Year Course Load + +
+ +### 1. Better Prepared for Co-op or Internships + +Most students begin seriously preparing for internships and co-op placements in their second year, as that’s when co-op becomes available. Having extra time in your schedule means more opportunity to: + + +In contrast, students who are overwhelmed by the number of assignments in their heavy second-year course load often don’t have the time or energy to properly prepare—despite this being the most critical time to do so. + +
+ +### 2. Improved Grades and Wellbeing + +When you’re juggling too many demanding courses at once, it becomes harder to perform well in any of them. By spreading your required courses more evenly, you give yourself space to: + + +This often results in stronger grades and a more sustainable university experience. + +
+ +### 3. More Flexibility in Upper Years + +Finishing some required courses early can unlock more 3000-level COMP courses ahead of schedule giving you access to more scheduling options. + +
+ +## Why Shifting Courses to Your 1st Year Could Be a Bad Idea + +While there are clear advantages to lightening your second year, it’s important not to underestimate the adjustment period of the first year. + +You’re entering a brand-new environment and taking on too much too quickly can make it harder to adapt. + +Having a lighter first-year schedule gives you time to: + + +The reality is: most first-year students benefit from a slower start. You’ll have plenty of time in future years to push yourself academically. Don’t burn yourself out before you even find your footing. + +
+ +## Which 2000-Level COMP Course Should I Take? + +The best options to take early are **COMP 2401** or **COMP 2402**, as both serve as prerequisites for a large number of proceeding courses. Taking either of these in your first year will give you more flexibility and more course registration options in second year. + +
+ +**COMP 2401 (Introduction to Systems Programming)** is a prerequisite for: +- COMP 2404 (Introduction to Software Engineering) +- COMP 3000 (Operating Systems) + +
+ +**COMP 2402 (Abstract Data Types and Algorithms)** is a prerequisite for: +- COMP 3000 (Operating Systems) +- COMP 3005 (Database Management Systems) +- COMP 3007 (Programming Paradigms) + +
+ +If you haven’t taken COMP 1805 in the fall (which is required before taking COMP 2804), then your only other real option is **COMP 2406 (Fundamentals of Web Applications)**. While COMP 2406 does teach valuable, practical skills that can be leveraged for industry jobs, it doesn’t unlock any new courses by itself. It’s a prerequisite for COMP 3004, but COMP 3004 also requires COMP 2404, which you can’t take without first completing COMP 2401. diff --git a/content/resources/articles/should-you-take-z-section-2000-level-comp.md b/content/resources/articles/should-you-take-z-section.md similarity index 52% rename from content/resources/articles/should-you-take-z-section-2000-level-comp.md rename to content/resources/articles/should-you-take-z-section.md index 079e090a5..4768b6e1e 100644 --- a/content/resources/articles/should-you-take-z-section-2000-level-comp.md +++ b/content/resources/articles/should-you-take-z-section.md @@ -1,21 +1,21 @@ --- -title: "Should You Take COMP 1405-Z and 2000-Level COMP Courses In First Year?" +title: "Should You Take COMP 1405/1406-Z?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false layout: article-question summary: "Taking the accelerated COMP 1405 Z section enables you to take 2000-level COMP courses earlier, but it’s not necessarily the right choice for everyone." contributors: - Matthew MacRae-Bovell -- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - name: COMP 1405 Z Syllabus link: https://outline.scs.carleton.ca/media/2023/F/COMP1405ZF2023/COMP-1405-Z-F-2023.pdf related: -- +- reducing-second-year-workload --- -Enrolling in the accelerated COMP 1405/6-Z section allows you to receive credit for both COMP 1405 and COMP 1406 by the **end of your first-year fall term.** +Enrolling in the accelerated COMP 1405/1406-Z section allows you to receive credit for both COMP 1405 and COMP 1406 by the **end of your first-year fall term.** This unlocks the ability to take **2000-level COMP courses in the winter term** of your first year. @@ -189,130 +189,7 @@ You now have four perfectly balanced terms of **three heavy courses each**. Yes. There are other ways. -While taking COMP 2000-level courses early is the most direct method and comes with the added advantage of enabling you to learn job related skills earlier, there are other strategic ways to balance your course load and reduce the pressure of second year without overloading your first-year schedule. +While taking COMP 2000-level courses early is the most direct method and comes with the added advantage of enabling you to learn job related skills earlier, there are other strategic ways to balance your course load and reduce the pressure of second year. -
- -### 1. Take a 2000-Level COMP Course in the Summer - -COMP 2401 and COMP 2402 have now been offered in the summer for the past few years. If you were to take any 2000-level COMP course during the summer of your first year, you could reduce the number of “heavy courses” you need to take in your second year fall term from four to three. - -
- -### 2. Take STAT 2507 in First Year - -Taking STAT 2507 in first year reduces one of the required courses you’ll otherwise likely want to take in second year. - -By taking it in the Fall Term of your first year, you will end up with four perfectly balanced terms of “heavy” courses. This is the simplest way to logically lessen your 2nd year course load. - -
- -### 3. Take MATH 2000+ Credit in First Year - -As early as winter of first-year, you can take a MATH 2000+ level course, which is a requirement of your major. - -However, by default you will have likely placed one of each of your 1000 level math requirements in each term to spread them out. - -This means if you blindly throw a MATH 2000+ course into your Winter Term, you will likely now have four heavy courses in the Winter Term of your first year. - -If you plan to do this, you should also move either your opposite MATH 1000 level requirement or COMP 1805 requirement to the fall to maintain having three perfectly balanced course loads. - -
- -### 4. Push a 2000-Level Course to Third Year - -Instead of pushing courses earlier, you can also push them back further. - -Courses like STAT 2507, or your 2000 level MATH credit do not impact you gaining access to 3000 level COMP courses. - -You also are not going to take all your 3000 COMP courses in third year. So you do not need to complete all the necessary 2000 level prerequisites right away. - -
- -### 5. Taking COMP 1805 in First-Year Fall Doesn’t Necessarily Lessen 2nd Year Course Load - -Taking COMP 1805 in first year fall does not really lessen your 2nd year course load unless you anticipate taking COMP 2804 in the winter of your 1st year. - -We recommend you **do not** take COMP 2804 before taking STAT 2507. Taking STAT 2507 before COMP 2804 makes the course experience easier because there is overlap between their material. - -If you just move COMP 1805 to the fall term of your first year, you’ll just end up with 3 “heavy courses” in the fall and 2 “heavy courses” in the winter. - -
- -## Benefits of Reducing Your 2nd Year Course Load - -
- -### 1. Better Prepared for Co-op or Internships - -Most students begin seriously preparing for internships and co-op placements in their second year, as that’s when co-op becomes available. Having extra time in your schedule means more opportunity to: - - -In contrast, students who are overwhelmed by the number of assignments in their heavy second-year course load often don’t have the time or energy to properly prepare—despite this being the most critical time to do so. - -
- -### 2. Improved Grades and Wellbeing - -When you’re juggling too many demanding courses at once, it becomes harder to perform well in any of them. By spreading your required courses more evenly, you give yourself space to: - - -This often results in stronger grades and a more sustainable university experience. - -
- -### 3. More Flexibility in Upper Years - -Finishing some required courses early can unlock more 3000-level COMP courses ahead of schedule giving you access to more scheduling options. - -
- -## Why Shifting Courses to Your 1st Year Could Be a Bad Idea - -While there are clear advantages to lightening your second year, it’s important not to underestimate the adjustment period of the first year. - -You’re entering a brand-new environment and taking on too much too quickly can make it harder to adapt. - -Having a lighter first-year schedule gives you time to: - - -The reality is: most first-year students benefit from a slower start. You’ll have plenty of time in future years to push yourself academically. Don’t burn yourself out before you even find your footing. - -
- -## Which 2000-Level COMP Course Should I Take? - -The best options to take early are **COMP 2401** or **COMP 2402**, as both serve as prerequisites for a large number of proceeding courses. Taking either of these in your first year will give you more flexibility and more course registration options in second year. - -
- -**COMP 2401 (Introduction to Systems Programming)** is a prerequisite for: -- COMP 2404 (Introduction to Software Engineering) -- COMP 3000 (Operating Systems) - -
- -**COMP 2402 (Abstract Data Types and Algorithms)** is a prerequisite for: -- COMP 3000 (Operating Systems) -- COMP 3005 (Database Management Systems) -- COMP 3007 (Programming Paradigms) - -
+If it’s not the right fit for you, check out our guide on [reducing your second-year course load](/resources/articles/reducing-second-year-workload/) to explore other ways to plan ahead and build a more balanced schedule. -If you haven’t taken COMP 1805 in the fall (which is required before taking COMP 2804), then your only other real option is **COMP 2406 (Fundamentals of Web Applications)**. While COMP 2406 does teach valuable, practical skills that can be leveraged for industry jobs, it doesn’t unlock any new courses by itself. It’s a prerequisite for COMP 3004, but COMP 3004 also requires COMP 2404, which you can’t take without first completing COMP 2401. diff --git a/content/resources/articles/things-to-consider-while-making-schedule.md b/content/resources/articles/things-to-consider-while-making-schedule.md index e7c5cea82..0339fb7bd 100644 --- a/content/resources/articles/things-to-consider-while-making-schedule.md +++ b/content/resources/articles/things-to-consider-while-making-schedule.md @@ -1,15 +1,100 @@ --- -title: "" -date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +title: "Making a Balanced Course Schedule" +date: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false layout: article-question -summary: "" +summary: "Careful planning can help you create a timetable that supports your academic goals, fits your lifestyle, and keeps your workload manageable." contributors: -- +- Veronica Mordvinova sources: - - name: - link: + - name: BCS first year course selection guide + link: "https://carleton.ca/registration/course-selection-guide/bcs/" + - name: Time Tickets + link: "https://carleton.ca/registration/dates/timetickets/" + - name: Waitlists + link: "https://carleton.ca/registration/waitlisting/" + - name: School of Computer Science old course outlines + link: "https://outline.scs.carleton.ca/" + - name: Academic Dates and Deadlines + link: "https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/" related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- first-year-courses-order +- reducing-second-year-workload +--- + +### Consider all the Possibilities + +When you are initially building your schedule, you might find it helpful to **start by adding in all possible sections** of your mandatory classes, and do the same for any elective classes you absolutely want to take. + +While this may look a little scary at first, you will have a visual representation of classes that may cause timing conflicts in your schedule - which makes planning your classes a bit easier. + +If you are going into your first year, classes that you will (likely) need to add are: +- COMP 1405 +- COMP 1406 +- COMP 1805 +- MATH 1007 +- MATH 1104 + +You can visit [this](https://carleton.ca/registration/course-selection-guide/bcs/) SCS page to view suggested course sequences for first-year students, if you’re curious about when students typically take the courses mentioned above. + +
+ +### Class Timing +An important thing to consider when planning your schedule is class timing, as it can impact your class attendance, or how successful you are in the course. + +**Are you a morning person?** If yes, maybe you want to consider taking early morning classes to free up the rest of your day. + +**Are you a night owl who wakes up late?** If this is the case, maybe willingly adding an 8:30 am class into your scheduling is a bad idea. + +Do you **have obligations during the evening, or just like hanging out at night?** If so, you might want to consider taking classes earlier in the day, or taking “unscheduled” courses that are flexible as to when classwork needs to be completed. + +If you’re a **commuter student** - you might want to consider trying to **limit your in-person classes to certain days**, in order to save you some travel time. + +
+ +### Lunch Time +When adding classes, you may be tempted to add all of your classes consecutively to consolidate your classes to two or three days of your schedule. + +While you might think you’ll be okay - consider planning a gap in your schedule in order to **have time to eat your lunch.** It likely won’t be possible to align it to a certain time frame, but having time to refuel in order to be able to focus in class is critical! + +
+ +### Other Factors (Outside of Timing) to Consider +Outside of class timing, there are a couple of other factors that you should take into consideration when planning your classes. + +Here are some guiding questions: +- What kind of course is it? Is it a mandatory class? Is it a prerequisite for other classes? +- Is it online-friendly? Are there live lectures or is it unscheduled? +- Do you need to sprint across campus between blocks? + +
+ +### Time-Ticket Madness +If you are not one of the lucky few to have an early registration [time ticket](https://carleton.ca/registration/dates/timetickets/), the initial schedule that you made may not work out, as **some classes may fill up before your time ticket.** In order to prevent this being an issue for you - you can do a couple of things to prepare. + +First off, before your time ticket, you can **create multiple different versions of your schedule** with different sections of the same classes. However, this isn’t fail-proof, and one of the classes that you were interested in taking might be entirely full. Since there is always a probability of this happening, be prepared to revise your schedule right before your timeslot, in order to not have to rush to adjust courses when it opens. + +If there is a course that you have your heart set on, but it fills up before you’re able to register - you might be able to join a [waitlist](https://carleton.ca/registration/waitlisting/) for the course. Oftentimes, a couple of students will drop any given course, meaning that there is a chance that you’d be able to register in it closer to/during the term. + +
+ +### Rate My Prof +While you may be tempted to solely base your professor choices on their RateMyProf ratings - it is best to **take them with a grain of salt.** However, if most of the reviews are positive - then the rating is more likely to be credible, as negative reviews are sometimes written in reaction to getting a bad grade in the class (which can be a result of lack of engagement in the course on the student’s part). + +If you are seeking to get insight on which professor you might want to choose, you can **ask upper year students for advice!** + +You can also check out [past course outlines](https://outline.scs.carleton.ca/) to see how specific instructors have strucutured their course in the past. + +**NOTE:** *Course outlines can change each year. Use past outlines as a reference only, and don’t rely on them as a guarantee of what the course will be like this year.* + +
+ +### No Schedule is Perfect +Even if your schedule doesn’t turn out perfectly - whether due to factors beyond your control or decisions you later wish you’d made differently - it’s not the end of the world. Take note of what didn’t work and use that insight to improve your planning the next time course registration comes around. + +If you ever want to make changes to your courses down the line, **you are able to drop and add courses until the respective deadlines**, which you can find in the [Academic Calendar](https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/). + + + + diff --git a/content/resources/articles/which-electives-should-I-take.md b/content/resources/articles/which-electives-should-I-take.md index e55ca5b78..c0fe7b9f9 100644 --- a/content/resources/articles/which-electives-should-I-take.md +++ b/content/resources/articles/which-electives-should-I-take.md @@ -1,15 +1,100 @@ --- -title: "" -date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +title: "Which Electives Should You Take?" +date: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false layout: article-question -summary: "" +summary: "There are a lot of options for Computer Science students to explore electives that match their interests, fulfill degree requirements, and even help complete a minor." contributors: -- +- Veronica Mordvinova sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Undergraduate Courses + link: "https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/" + - name: Prohibited courses for computer science students + link: "https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/#text:~:text=Course%20Categories%20(B.C.S.)" + - name: Maximum Number of Credits Below the 2000-level + link: "https://carleton.ca/scs/current-students/undergraduate-students/courses-and-registration/#UG_electives_and_prohibited:~:text=IMPORTANT%3A%20Maximum%20Number%20of%20Credits%20Below%20the%202000%2Dlevel." + - name: Adding a Minor + link: "https://admissions.carleton.ca/minors/" related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- why-you-should-consider-a-minor +- free-vs-breadth-electives +--- +When trying to figure out which electives might be best for you - there are a few things that you might want to consider. Whether that might be making the best use of your breadth and free electives, getting a minor, or strategically planning your electives to be able to take online courses during the summer, there are a lot of options for Computer Science students! + +Before we get started - you can find the complete list of course offerings [here](https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/). Also be sure to check the list of [prohibited courses](https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/#text:~:text=Course%20Categories%20(B.C.S.)) that cannot be used for credit in the Computer Science program. + +
+ +### Take Courses Based on Your Interests +When planning your electives, make sure that you are **selecting courses that genuinely interest you**, and not just “bird” courses (courses that you think will be easy). While it is tempting to select electives based on their difficulty, as opposed to anything else, you might get stuck in a course that you find uninteresting or that you dislike the material of, and struggle to complete assessments because of it. + +Another consideration is that **you can only take up to 7.0 credits of 1000-level courses**, including mandatory classes. If you end up liking a course, and it is a prerequisite for a subsequent series of courses that is 2000-level or above, you can take those courses and avoid going past that limit. + +When else will you be in a setting that encourages you to explore different interests through courses taught by experts in those fields? + +
+ +### Consider Adding a Minor to Your Degree +A BCS student can **add up to 2 program elements**, which can be a combination of minors and streams, and the degree has enough elective credits to complete any minor. If you have any interests outside of CS, or would like to do courses that complement it, you should consider [getting a minor](https://admissions.carleton.ca/minors/)! + +
+ +### Strategic Elective Planning +Do you plan to do courses during the summer or during your co-op terms? Some courses are often offered online, and some are even offered “unscheduled” (meaning that there are no scheduled lecture times). + +These courses are good to “save” for co-op terms, as these courses can be done after work hours, and if you are in a different city - there is a chance that evaluations will be accessible as well! + +
+ +### Common Electives for CS Students +If you’re looking for a place to start planning your electives, consider looking into the following common elective choices: +- CGSC 1001 - Mysteries of the Mind + - If you want to learn how computer science concepts like AI work at a high level, and how it applies to studying the working mind +- LING 1001 - Introduction to Linguistics I +- LING 1100 - Mysteries of Language + - If you are interested in language processing (a subset of AI!) +- PHIL 2001 - Introduction to Logic + - If formal logic and proofs interest you +- PHIL 2003 - Critical Thinking + - If you are interested in critical reasoning and logical patterns of thought + - Both PHIL 2001 and 2003 also overlap in content with COMP 1805 (Discrete Strucutures I), which is a required course for our degree. + + +#### Other Common Electives +If you **liked biology in high school:** +- BIOL 1010 - Biotechnology and Society +- BIOL 1902 - Natural History +- PSYC 1001 - Introduction to Psychology +- NEUR 1202 - Neuroscience of Mental Health and Psychiatric Disease +- NEUR 1203 - Neuroscience of Mental Health and Neurological Disease + +If you **enjoyed physics in high school:** +- PHYS 1901 - Planetary Astronomy +- PHYS 1902 - From our Star to the Cosmos +- PHYS 1905 - Physics Behind Everyday Life +- PHYS 2903 - Physics Towards the Future + +If you **have a Letterboxd account (if you like watching movies):** +- FILM 1101 - Introduction to Film Studies +- FILM 2001 - Film History and Analysis I + - Prerequisites: FILM 1101 and second year standing +- FILM 2002 - Film History and Analysis II + - Prerequisites: FILM 1101 and second year standing + +If you are a **fan of Suits (if you are interested in law):** +- LAWS 1001 - Introduction to Legal Studies I +- LAWS 1002 - Introduction to Legal Studies II + +If you are **interested in classical history and literature:** +- CLCV 1002 - Survey of Greek Civilization +- CLCV 1003 - Survey of Roman Civilization + + + + + + + + + diff --git a/content/resources/articles/why-you-should-consider-a-minor.md b/content/resources/articles/why-you-should-consider-a-minor.md index bf46461cd..c4c6e9c82 100644 --- a/content/resources/articles/why-you-should-consider-a-minor.md +++ b/content/resources/articles/why-you-should-consider-a-minor.md @@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ layout: article-question summary: "Instead of just filling elective credits with bird courses, using them toward a minor can help you stand out, deepen your skills, and explore a second area of interest." contributors: - Matthew MacRae-Bovell -- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - name: SCS Program Requirements link: https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/#Computer_Science__BCS_Honours:~:text=Statistical%20Modeling%20I-,6.%C2%A0%C2%A05.0%20credits%20in%20Breadth%20Electives,4.0,-Total%20Credits @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ sources: - name: How many first year courses can I take? link: https://carleton.ca/cuknowhow/my-degree/#:~:text=you%20can%20only%20count%20a%20maximum%20of%207.0%20credits%20in%20first%2Dyear%20courses related: -- +- which-electives-should-I-take --- As a computer science student, you’ll need to take several non-CS courses to complete your degree. Instead of just filling space, why not use those credits to earn a minor? diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/are-all-sections-the-same.md b/content/resources/faqs/are-all-sections-the-same.md index e55ca5b78..0e902291a 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/are-all-sections-the-same.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/are-all-sections-the-same.md @@ -1,15 +1,23 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Are all sections of a course the same?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "All sections cover the same content, but there may be minor differences such as the instructor, schedule and more." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Course Delivery Types + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/course-delivery-types/ + - name: COMP 1405 / 1406 Z Section + link: https://ccss.carleton.ca/resources/faqs/comp1405-z-section/ related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- comp1405-z-section +--- +While the **learning outcomes** and core content of a course are the **same across all sections**, there may be a few **minor differences**. Different instructors may have different grade breakdowns, assignment and test schedules, and slight differences in the order or focus of the course content. + +Other differences between sections may include the [section type](https://carleton.ca/registration/course-delivery-types/) (e.g., in-person vs. online, scheduled vs. unscheduled), class times, or their location on campus. + +An **exception to this is the [1405/1406 Z section](/resources/faqs/comp1405-z-section/)**, which covers the same content as other sections but at twice the speed, allowing you to complete both courses within the fall semester. diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/can-I-take-2000-level-courses-in-first-year.md b/content/resources/faqs/can-I-take-2000-level-courses-in-first-year.md index e55ca5b78..11a74319e 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/can-I-take-2000-level-courses-in-first-year.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/can-I-take-2000-level-courses-in-first-year.md @@ -1,15 +1,25 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Can I take second year courses in first year?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "You may be able to take some 2000+ level courses if you meet the prerequisites" contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Year standing + link: https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/year-standing/ + - name: Courses offered at Carleton + link: https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/ + - name: Override requests + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/override-requests/ related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- reducing-second-year-workload +- stat-2507-in-first-year +--- + +Yes, you may be able to take some 2000-level or higher courses if you **meet the prerequisite requirements**. Registering for a course depends on prerequisites such as having a passing grade in certain other courses, or meeting a certain [year standing](https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/year-standing/). You can find these requirements in the **course’s description in the [undergraduate calendar](https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/)**. + +It may be possible to submit a [registration override request](https://carleton.ca/registration/override-requests/) to register in a course without meeting the prerequisites; however, these requests are reviewed on a case by case basis and are not guaranteed to be approved. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/comp-1005-1006-vs-1405-1406.md b/content/resources/faqs/comp-1005-1006-vs-1405-1406.md index e55ca5b78..448acbbe3 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/comp-1005-1006-vs-1405-1406.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/comp-1005-1006-vs-1405-1406.md @@ -1,15 +1,20 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Are COMP 1005/1006 and 1405/1406 different?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "COMP 1005/1006 and 1405/1406 have the exact same content. CS students should register in COMP 1405/1406." contributors: -- +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: related: - ---- \ No newline at end of file +--- +There is **no difference in content** between COMP 1005/1006 and COMP 1405/1406. For example, COMP 1005 A and COMP 1405 A are the **exact same course**, with the same lectures and instructor. + +The only difference is who the courses are intended for: +- **COMP 1005/1006** are for **students in other programs** that are interested in taking these courses as an elective. +- **COMP 1405/1406** are for **students in the Bachelor of Computer Science** program. + +As a Computer Science student, you should **register in COMP 1405 and 1406.** \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/comp1405-z-section.md b/content/resources/faqs/comp1405-z-section.md index 485660615..4f27883a1 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/comp1405-z-section.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/comp1405-z-section.md @@ -1,23 +1,25 @@ --- -title: "What is the COMP 1405 Z Section?" +title: "What is the COMP 1405/1406-Z section?" date: 2024-10-06T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2024-10-06T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false layout: faq-question summary: "The Z section is an accelerated course that combines the content of COMP 1405 and COMP 1406 into a single term." contributors: -- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - name: Shopify Dev Degree link: https://devdegree.ca/ + - name: Bachelor of Cybersecurity Program + link: "https://carleton.ca/scs/current-students/bachelor-of-cybersecurity/bcyber-courses-and-registration/" - name: Override Requests - link: https://carleton.ca/registrar/registration/override-requests/ + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/override-requests/ related: -- first-year-course-selection +- should-you-take-z-section --- The Z section is an **accelerated version of COMP 1405 and COMP 1406**, which allows you to complete both of them in the fall semester. COMP 1405 Z runs during the first half of the semester and COMP 1406 Z runs during the second half of the semester. It is important to note that the Z section is **not a separate course**, it is just a different section of both COMP 1405 and COMP 1406. The learning outcomes and topics covered are the same as the standard versions of these courses, but they are covered in half as much time. It is recommended that you have some **prior programming experience** in order to ensure that you are able to keep up with the pace of the course. -To register for the Z section, you should either be a **Shopify Dev Degree** (1) student or have an **admission average of 90%** or higher. You must also submit an **override request** (2) to get permission to register. +The Z section is primarily for students in the [Shopify Dev Degree](https://devdegree.ca/) and [Bachelor of Cybersecurity (B.Cyber)](https://carleton.ca/scs/current-students/bachelor-of-cybersecurity/bcyber-courses-and-registration/) programs. However, Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) students with an admission average of 90% or higher may also be eligible to take the course. If you are a BCS student, you must submit a [registration override request](https://carleton.ca/registration/override-requests/) to get permission to register. diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/contact-for-registration-help.md b/content/resources/faqs/contact-for-registration-help.md index e55ca5b78..cde4febb3 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/contact-for-registration-help.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/contact-for-registration-help.md @@ -1,15 +1,19 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Who should I contact if I need help with registration?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "Contact the academic advisors at scs.ug.advisor@carleton.ca" contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Registration Guide + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/ related: - ---- \ No newline at end of file +--- +Academic Advisors with the School of Computer Science are your main point of contact for questions about course selection, your degree requirements, reduced course loads, and more. You can reach them at **scs.ug.advisor@carleton.ca.** + +For help with the registration process, check out [this guide](https://carleton.ca/registration/). You can also contact the Registrar’s Office at **registrar@carleton.ca**, or call 613-520-3500 during business hours. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/course-does-not-have-instructor.md b/content/resources/faqs/course-does-not-have-instructor.md index e55ca5b78..4fb0e923c 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/course-does-not-have-instructor.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/course-does-not-have-instructor.md @@ -1,15 +1,21 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Why are some courses listed without instructors?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "Some teaching assignments may be finalized closer to the start of the term. Don't wait until an instructor is assigned to register." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: related: - ---- \ No newline at end of file +--- +It is normal for some courses to be listed without an instructor. + +If it’s a lecture, it may be taught by a contract instructor who hasn’t been assigned yet, or the teaching assignments may not be finalized until closer to the start of the semester. + +If it’s a tutorial, it may be led by a teaching assistant, which is why no instructor is listed. + +Make sure you **don’t wait for an instructor to be assigned before registering**, as courses may fill up by then. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/first-year-courses-order.md b/content/resources/faqs/first-year-courses-order.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..85a895769 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/resources/faqs/first-year-courses-order.md @@ -0,0 +1,23 @@ +--- +title: "Do I have to take first year courses in a specific order?" +date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z +draft: false +layout: faq-question +summary: "COMP 1405 and 1406 should be taken in Fall and Winter respectively. Other first-year core courses can be taken in either term." +contributors: +- Jacc Padmakar +sources: + - name: BCS First Year Course Selection Guide + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/course-selection-guide/bcs/ +related: +- can-I-take-2000-level-courses-in-first-year +- reducing-second-year-workload +--- +The First-Year Course Selection Guide [1] recommends taking COMP 1405 and MATH 1007 in the Fall, followed by COMP 1406, COMP 1805, and MATH 1104 in the Winter. + +**COMP 1405 must be taken in the Fall** since it’s a prerequisite for COMP 1406, which should be completed in the Winter. + +The other courses - MATH 1007, MATH 1104, and COMP 1805 - have no prerequisites and can be taken in either term. When deciding which term to take them in, think about factors such as your overall workload, scheduling conflicts, and the instructors available for each term. + +Taking some of these courses in the Fall may also give you the option to take a 2000-level MATH course or COMP 2804 in the Winter term of your first year. diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/free-vs-breadth-electives.md b/content/resources/faqs/free-vs-breadth-electives.md index a82e4a273..7ae5905ed 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/free-vs-breadth-electives.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/free-vs-breadth-electives.md @@ -1,19 +1,27 @@ --- title: "What is a Breadth elective vs a Free elective?" date: 2024-05-31T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2024-05-31T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false layout: faq-question -summary: "Breadth Electives cannot be under COMP, MATH, or STAT. Free Electives can be from any department." +summary: "Breadth Electives cannot be under COMP, MATH, STAT, CSEC, DATA or Engineering. Free Electives can be from any department." contributors: - Matthew MacRae-Bovell sources: - - name: School of Computer Science - Electives and Prohibited Courses - link: https://carleton.ca/scs/current-students/undergraduate-students/help-selecting-courses/electives-and-prohibited-courses/ + - name: Prohibited courses for Computer Science students + link: https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/#text:~:text=Course%20Categories%20(B.C.S.) + - name: School of Computer Science - Courses and Registration + link: https://carleton.ca/scs/current-students/undergraduate-students/courses-and-registration/#UG_electives_and_prohibited:~:text=a%20payment.-,Electives%20and%20Prohibited%20Courses,-Electives%20are%20courses +related: +- which-electives-should-I-take --- -Breadth Electives **cannot** be under **COMP, MATH, or STAT**. After you fulfill your breadth elective requirement, courses that would have counted towards your breadth requirement begin to count as free electives. +**Breadth Electives cannot** be under **COMP, MATH, STAT, CSEC, DATA or Engineering**, or on the list of **[prohibited courses](https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/#text:~:text=Course%20Categories%20(B.C.S.))**. After you fulfill your breadth elective requirement, courses that would have counted towards your breadth requirement begin to count as free electives. -"**Breadth Electives** are all of the courses offered by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Public Affairs, the Sprott School of Business, and the Faculty of Science. This excludes prohibited courses ... and all courses in Computer Science, Math and Statistics, and courses under the Faculty of Engineering and Design." (1) +"Breadth Electives are all of the courses offered by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs, the Sprott School of Business, and the Faculty of Science. This excludes prohibited courses (see below) and all courses in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Math and Statistics, and courses under the Faculty of Engineering and Design." [2] -"**Free Electives** are all courses in Approved Arts, Social Sciences, Science, Business, Computer Science, Math, and Statistics, excluding all prohibited courses. Engineering courses can also count as Free Electives, but never Breadth." (1) \ No newline at end of file +**Free Electives** can be **any course that is not prohibited**. These may be used to take more breadth courses, or additional COMP, MATH and STAT courses that are not required for your degree. + +"Free Electives are all courses in Approved Arts, Social Sciences, Science, Business, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Math and Statistics, excluding all prohibited courses (see below). Engineering courses can also count as Free Electives, but never Breadth." [2] + +**NOTE:** *Computer Science students cannot register for CSEC or DATA courses. However, if you took these courses before transferring into Computer Science, they will be considered free electives.* \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/how-do-I-register-for-courses.md b/content/resources/faqs/how-do-I-register-for-courses.md deleted file mode 100644 index e55ca5b78..000000000 --- a/content/resources/faqs/how-do-I-register-for-courses.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,15 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: "" -date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" -contributors: -- -sources: - - name: - link: -related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/how-many-courses-in-a-semester.md b/content/resources/faqs/how-many-courses-in-a-semester.md index e55ca5b78..6f6bcecb6 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/how-many-courses-in-a-semester.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/how-many-courses-in-a-semester.md @@ -1,15 +1,30 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "How many courses should I take in a semester?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "Full-time students generally take 2.5 credits per term, but it’s also common to take fewer courses for a lighter workload." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Academic advisor + link: https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/ + - name: Reduced course load + link: https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/reduced-course-load-2/ related: - ---- \ No newline at end of file +--- +Generally, the **course load for full-time students is 2.5 credits per term** (usually 5 courses). However, many students choose to take a reduced course load, for a variety of reasons. Anecdotally, it is **fairly common for students to take 2.0 credits** (or 4 courses) per semester to have a lighter workload. + +We recommend that you **reach out to an [academic advisor](https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/)** to discuss your specific situation before making a decision about how many courses to take. Taking a reduced course load could have an impact on the following: + +- Your status as a full time student +- Tuition costs +- Residence eligibility +- Scholarship eligibility and government funding (for example OSAP) +- Co-op eligibility +- Visas and study permits (for international students) + +For more information, check out Carleton’s webpage about considering a [reduced course load](https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/reduced-course-load-2/). \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/lectures-vs-tutorials.md b/content/resources/faqs/lectures-vs-tutorials.md index e55ca5b78..82931295b 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/lectures-vs-tutorials.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/lectures-vs-tutorials.md @@ -1,15 +1,19 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "What is the difference between a lecture and tutorial?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "Lectures are where instructors cover course content, while tutorials provide extra practice and support." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: related: - ---- \ No newline at end of file +--- +**Lectures** are the main part of a course **where your instructor covers the course material**. It is also common for midterms to take place during the lecture time slot. + +**Tutorials** are additional sessions led by teaching assistants that are meant to **supplement your learning**, such as with practical exercises or short quizzes. The **exact format of a tutorial varies between courses** and will be explained in the course outline. + +If a course has a tutorial, you **must register for both a lecture section as well as an associated tutorial section.** diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/override-request.md b/content/resources/faqs/override-request.md index e55ca5b78..9ce9c24f4 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/override-request.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/override-request.md @@ -1,15 +1,21 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "What is an override request?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "An override request is used to request permission to register in a course that you aren't eligible to take." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Override requests + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/override-requests/ + - name: How to submit an override request + link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWo_IGIEpVE related: - ---- \ No newline at end of file +--- +If you get any registration warnings or can’t enroll in a course, you may submit a [registration override request](https://carleton.ca/registration/override-requests/) for permission to register. However, these **requests are reviewed on a case by case basis** and are not guaranteed to be approved. + +In order to submit an override request, you must **first attempt to register and receive an error** preventing you from registration. You can then submit a registration override request on Carleton Central. For a step-by-step guide, check out [this video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWo_IGIEpVE). \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/scheduled-vs-unscheduled-courses.md b/content/resources/faqs/scheduled-vs-unscheduled-courses.md index e55ca5b78..e98f5ebcc 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/scheduled-vs-unscheduled-courses.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/scheduled-vs-unscheduled-courses.md @@ -1,15 +1,29 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "What is the difference between scheduled and unscheduled courses?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "Scheduled courses have lectures at specific times. Unscheduled courses provide lecture recordings instead of having live lectures." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Course Delivery Types + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/course-delivery-types/#fall-2025-winter-2026-course-registration-labels related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- things-to-consider-while-making-schedule +--- +**Online scheduled**: +Lectures are delivered online during specific time slots. Lecture recordings may or may not be provided + +**Online unscheduled**: +No live lectures. Students watch recorded lectures on their own time. + +**Mix of in person and online**: +A combination of in person and online deliverables.
+In-person activities could include tutorials or tests. Online activities could include live classes or recorded lectures. + +Make sure to always check the course outline to see how different parts of the course, like lectures, tutorials and tests will be structured. + +For the full list of different section types, check out [this page](https://carleton.ca/registration/course-delivery-types/#fall-2025-winter-2026-course-registration-labels). \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/should-I-register-for-both-terms.md b/content/resources/faqs/should-I-register-for-both-terms.md index e55ca5b78..29fbe1e89 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/should-I-register-for-both-terms.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/should-I-register-for-both-terms.md @@ -1,15 +1,21 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Do we register for both fall and winter courses now?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "Yes, you should register for both terms as soon as your time ticket opens to secure the classes you want." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Time tickets + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/dates/timetickets/ + - name: Academic dates + link: https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/ related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- what-are-time-tickets +--- +Yes, you are strongly encouraged to **register for your fall and winter semester courses as soon as your [time ticket](https://carleton.ca/registration/dates/timetickets/) opens**. Even if you aren’t sure about which courses you want to take, you should tentatively register in some courses to avoid losing your spot if they fill up. + +It is **possible to switch or drop courses** until the first few weeks of each semester. For specific deadlines related to course registration, check out the [academic calendar](https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/). \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/stat-2507-in-first-year.md b/content/resources/faqs/stat-2507-in-first-year.md index e55ca5b78..be868074e 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/stat-2507-in-first-year.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/stat-2507-in-first-year.md @@ -1,15 +1,20 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Should I take STAT 2507 in first year?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "Taking STAT 2507 in your first year can help ease the workload of your second year, due to the large number of required 2000 level courses." contributors: -- +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Computer Science undergraduate calendar + link: "https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/" related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- reducing-second-year-workload +--- +Taking STAT 2507 in your first year can help reduce your second-year workload, which could include as many as seven required 2000-level courses for Computer Science students. [1] + +The course also covers **concepts that overlap with COMP 2804** (Discrete Structures II), so taking STAT 2507 beforehand can make COMP 2804 slightly easier. + +Alternatively, since STAT 2507 isn’t a prerequisite for any other required COMP courses, you can also choose to delay it until third year if you prefer a lighter first-year schedule. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/switch-courses-after-registering.md b/content/resources/faqs/switch-courses-after-registering.md index e55ca5b78..6eec83160 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/switch-courses-after-registering.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/switch-courses-after-registering.md @@ -1,15 +1,23 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Can I switch courses after registering?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "You can switch courses until the first few weeks of the term" contributors: -- -sources: - - name: - link: +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar +sources: + - name: Academic calendar + link: https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/ + - name: Waitlists + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/waitlisting/ related: - ---- \ No newline at end of file +--- +Yes, it is **possible to switch courses until the first few weeks of each semester.** For specific deadlines related to adding and dropping courses, check out the [academic calendar](https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/). + +If a course is full, you may be able to join a [waitlist](https://carleton.ca/registration/waitlisting/) (if one is available). Register for an alternative course in the meantime, and switch into your preferred course later if a spot opens. + +It’s also **common for students to make changes to their schedules at the start of each semester.** We recommend checking back regularly to see if a spot opens up in a course that was previously full. diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/what-are-time-tickets.md b/content/resources/faqs/what-are-time-tickets.md index e55ca5b78..b25917c67 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/what-are-time-tickets.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/what-are-time-tickets.md @@ -1,15 +1,23 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "When can I register for courses?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "Check your time ticket in Carleton Central to find out when you can start registering for courses." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Carleton timetickets + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/dates/timetickets/ + - name: Academic calendar + link: https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/ related: - ---- \ No newline at end of file +--- +Registration for **incoming first year students** opens between **July 2nd and July 4th, 2025**. Returning **upper-year students** can begin registering for courses **between July 8th and July 11th, 2025.** + +The exact time that you can start registering for courses depends on your [time ticket](https://carleton.ca/registration/dates/timetickets/), which can be found in the “getting started” section of the registration menu in Carleton Central. + +Note that while it is strongly recommended that you register for courses as soon as your time ticket opens, it is possible to make registration changes until a few weeks into the semester. For specific deadlines related to adding or dropping courses, check out the [academic calendar](https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/). \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/which-courses-can-I-take-as-electives.md b/content/resources/faqs/which-courses-can-I-take-as-electives.md index e55ca5b78..0044b6b3f 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/which-courses-can-I-take-as-electives.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/which-courses-can-I-take-as-electives.md @@ -1,15 +1,23 @@ --- -title: "" -date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z -last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z +title: "Which courses can I take as electives?" +date: 2025-06-17T00:00:00Z +last_updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "You can take any course offered at Carleton as an elective, except for a few prohibited courses." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Prohibited courses for Computer Science students + link: "https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/#text:~:text=Course%20Categories%20(B.C.S.)" + - name: Courses offered at Carleton + link: https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/ + - name: Computer Science undergraduate calendar + link: https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/ related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- free-vs-breadth-electives +--- +You can take **any course offered at Carleton** as an elective, **except for a few [prohibited courses](https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/#text:~:text=Course%20Categories%20(B.C.S.))**. The complete list of subjects and courses offered can be found [here](https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/). + +You must complete both your [breadth and free elective](https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/#Computer_Science__BCS_Honours:~:text=Statistical%20Modeling%20I-,6.%C2%A0%C2%A05.0%20credits%20in%20Breadth%20Electives,4.0,-Total%20Credits) credits to satisfy your degree’s requirements. diff --git a/content/resources/faqs/which-courses-in-first-year.md b/content/resources/faqs/which-courses-in-first-year.md index e55ca5b78..0cba6be8a 100644 --- a/content/resources/faqs/which-courses-in-first-year.md +++ b/content/resources/faqs/which-courses-in-first-year.md @@ -1,15 +1,28 @@ --- -title: "" +title: "Which courses should I take in first year?" date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z draft: false -layout: article-question -summary: "" +layout: faq-question +summary: "There are 5 courses all Computer Science students should take in their first year. Depending on your stream, there may be a few more." contributors: -- +- Riley Lutz +- Jacc Padmakar + sources: - - name: - link: + - name: Computer Science Undergraduate Calendar + link: https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/undergradprograms/computerscience/ + - name: BCS First Year Course Selection Guide + link: https://carleton.ca/registration/course-selection-guide/bcs/ related: -- ---- \ No newline at end of file +- first-year-courses-order +--- +All Computer Science students should complete the following required courses in their first year [1], in addition to any elective courses: + +- COMP 1405: Introduction to Computer Science I +- COMP 1805: Discrete Structures I +- COMP 1406: Introduction to Computer Science II +- MATH 1007: Elementary Calculus +- MATH 1104: Linear Algebra for Engineering or Science + +Depending on which stream you choose, there may be additional courses that you should take in your first year. Check out [this page](https://carleton.ca/registration/course-selection-guide/bcs/) for a list of stream specific requirements, as well as the recommended distribution of courses between the fall and winter semesters. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/resources/topics/course-registration.md b/content/resources/topics/course-registration.md index bb25abeea..3f9ef9351 100644 --- a/content/resources/topics/course-registration.md +++ b/content/resources/topics/course-registration.md @@ -7,11 +7,28 @@ url: "/resources/course-registration" layout: resource-topic header_image_url: images/general/game_lab.jpg articles: -- why-you-should-consider-a-minor -- should-you-take-z-section-2000-level-comp -- why-you-should-consider-a-minor +- which-electives-should-I-take +- things-to-consider-while-making-schedule +- should-you-take-z-section +- reducing-second-year-workload - why-you-should-consider-a-minor faqs: -- comp1405-z-section +- which-courses-in-first-year +- first-year-courses-order +- which-courses-can-I-take-as-electives - free-vs-breadth-electives +- comp1405-z-section +- can-I-take-2000-level-courses-in-first-year +- stat-2507-in-first-year +- override-request +- should-I-register-for-both-terms +- switch-courses-after-registering +- how-many-courses-in-a-semester +- are-all-sections-the-same +- lectures-vs-tutorials +- course-does-not-have-instructor +- comp-1005-1006-vs-1405-1406 +- scheduled-vs-unscheduled-courses +- what-are-time-tickets +- contact-for-registration-help --- diff --git a/layouts/_default/article-question.html b/layouts/_default/article-question.html index 3743685a8..587922ff2 100644 --- a/layouts/_default/article-question.html +++ b/layouts/_default/article-question.html @@ -30,23 +30,26 @@

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