Collegiate Skills

Writing
Mathematics
Computer Competency

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Writing

All students must complete English W131 Elementary Composition I with a grade of C or higher. Students are required to complete W131 or its equivalent, or to demonstrate equivalent competence, during their first 30 credit hours at IUS. In addition, students must complete the requirement for research writing designated for their academic program.

Placement in English Composition
In order to enter W131, a student must first take the English placement test administered by the Student Development Center. On the basis of this score, the student will be placed into W100 Developmental Composition, W130 Principles of Composition or W131 Elementary Composition. This test is given throughout the year and by appointment.

Exemption from English W131
Students who desire an exemption with or without credit from English W131 should consult the Writing Program Coordinators. All requests for exemption and credit for W131 should be made within the student's first 30 credit hours of course work at Indiana University Southeast.

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Mathematics

Students are required to demonstrate competency in mathematics in order to receive any of the following undergraduate degrees at IU Southeast: Associate of Arts, Associate of General Studies, Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of General Studies, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Business, Bachelor of Science in Education.

The faculty that sets the curriculum for each of these degrees also determines the minimum standards that students studying for the degree must meet to satisfy this requirement. Students will find the standards published in this bulletin as part of the requirements for each degree.

Placement
In order to enter a mathematics course, the student must first take a placement test, administered by the Student Development Center. On the basis of this score, the student will be placed in a course that best matches his or her knowledge of mathematics. This test is given throughout the year and by appointment.

Exemptions
A student may achieve exemption from the mathematics requirement by earning a sufficiently high score on the American College Testing (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Testing (SAT) exams (as determined by the mathematics faculty), or by testing out of the appropriate class. For more information, see the dean of natural sciences.

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Computer Competency

Requirement
All undergraduate students must demonstrate competency in efficient and productive use of the computer. Proficiency in fundamental laboratory skills, along with word processor, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and network software is required. Students may fulfill this requirement by successfully completing 3 credit hours of C100 Computing Tools, C106 Computers and Their Use, A200 Computer Literacy, or a course designated for their major program.

Students may also fulfill the requirement by demonstrating proficiency on tests of the above software applications. Students who wish to pursue the testing option should consult the computer science faculty.

Advanced requirement
Each degree program may require students to demonstrate additional competency in computer uses that are appropriate to that program. Students should check with their academic advisors to learn what the requirements are for specific programs.

Special notes:

• Students pursuing an education degree fulfill this requirement by successfully completing W200 and other courses that integrate technology appropriate for education.
• Students majoring in nursing will fulfill this requirement by successfully completing selected nursing courses that integrate computer technology.

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Technical Requirements

1. Courses taken on the Pass/Fail option can be applied only as electives in meeting degree requirements.
2. No more than 60 credit hours earned in accredited junior colleges may be applied toward a bachelor's degree.
3. By special permission from the student's dean, a limited number of credit hours may be earned through correspondence or special credit examination. Permission of the school or division dean is usually required for students enrolled in a degree program on the IUS campus to also enroll in courses offered through the Independent Study Division.
4. Course work for a degree must ordinarily be completed within 10 years following the time the student first registers in the university. Students returning for a second undergraduate degree or after an extended absence will ordinarily be governed by the requirements stated in the bulletin in effect when they re-enroll. Exceptions may be granted by the appropriate school or division dean.
5. Degree candidates must have all course credit hours (except for the credit hours for the current semester) on record at least six weeks before the degree is conferred.
6. Students must file their application for a degree in the school or division office no later than October 1 for May graduation, no later than March 1 for August graduation, and no later than June 1 for December graduation.

First-Year Seminars

All degree-seeking students entering IUS during the fall semester of 2002 or any time thereafter who are new college students or who have fewer than 26 semester hours of transfer credit must pass one and only one First-Year Seminar during their first year at IUS and preferably during their first semester at IUS. First-Year Seminars are not offered during the summer.

Students who are required to take a First-Year Seminar and do not pass one before reaching sophomore status (26 semester hours) will be placed on the checklist and will not be able to register or receive certified records without special authorization from the First-Year Seminar Director or from University Division.

First-Year Seminars are small classes in which one credit of S104 is attached to another class that is suitable for first-year students. First-Year Seminars are open only to first-year students. The student receives the same grade for S104 as he or she earns on the course to which it is attached. First-Year Seminars are taught by resident faculty or professional staff and are designed to help a student have a successful college career.

Questions should be addressed to Dr. Curtis Peters, director, at KV-200N, phone 812-941-2677, e-mail cpeters@ius.edu).

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