Frequently Asked Questions
Courses-by-Exam
Q: If I am unable to enroll in a course, may I take it by exam?
In most cases taking an ECS course-by-exam will not be approved especially for courses where programming or other projects are an integral part of the learning experience and often not adequately tested on exams.
Taking a course-by-exam requires the approval of the instructor (instructors are NOT obligated to administer a course-by-exam and have the option of refusing), department and Registrar with final approval required from the dean of your college.
Approval is granted in very few cases and, if approved, you must meet the following conditions (please see the complete list of conditions on the course-by-exam petition):
- Be a registered student and in good academic standing
- Must already know the course material (knowledge may NOT be gained by attending the course, doing the work and then taking the final)
- May not duplicate any previously earned credit
- May not be used to repeat a course, regardless of the grade previously received
- The final grade results, regardless of outcome, are posted on your transcript
Mandatory Advising
Q: Why do I have an advising hold?
To assist students to complete their program in a timely manner and to ensure that students are prepared for courses, advising holds will be placed on the student's registration packets. The quarter of the advising hold will be based upon the first letter of your last name.
More Information on Advising Holds
Q. May I pre-enroll in courses the quarter of my advising hold?
The advising hold will not prevent you from pre-enrolling for courses unless it is past the specific established deadline for Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter.
More Information on Advising Holds
Q: How do I have my advising hold lifted?
To have the hold lifted see Advising Hold Directions for the procedure.
ECS 192/199
Q: Will ECS 192/199 satisfy requirements for my CS or CSE major?
Q: What should I include in my 192/199 proposal?
Q: I don't need the 192/199 units for my major, do I need to do a proposal?
If you do not plan to use the 192/199 units now or in the future for your major, you do not have to submit a 192/199 proposal.
To enroll, the 192/199 form must be completed. The form may be obtained from Melinda Curry in 2063 Kemper Hall. Once the form has been completed and all necessary signatures have been obtained, Melinda Curry will give you a CRN so that you can add the course by the add deadline.