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== Registration Phases == |
== Registration Phases == |
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− | Class registration at Georgia Tech occurs over multiple phases. In each phase, eligible students will receive a time ticket, |
+ | Class registration at Georgia Tech occurs over multiple phases. In each phase, eligible students will receive a time ticket, a certain time frame during which students can add and drop classes.<ref name=":0">https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/time-tickets</ref> Check the Registrar's [https://registrar.gatech.edu/calendar academic calendar] for the exact dates of each registration phase. |
==== Phase 1 ==== |
==== Phase 1 ==== |
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Continuing students begin course registration for the next semester in the semester prior.<ref name=":1">https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/registration-faqs</ref> Registration for spring classes occurs in the fall, usually around October and November, and registration for fall and summer classes occurs in the spring, usually around March. Time tickets in phase 1 are assigned based on completed credit hours, with students who have more credit hours receiving earlier time tickets.<ref name=":0" /> |
Continuing students begin course registration for the next semester in the semester prior.<ref name=":1">https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/registration-faqs</ref> Registration for spring classes occurs in the fall, usually around October and November, and registration for fall and summer classes occurs in the spring, usually around March. Time tickets in phase 1 are assigned based on completed credit hours, with students who have more credit hours receiving earlier time tickets.<ref name=":0" /> |
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⚫ | Phase 2 is a last chance registration phase for all students, beginning about a week before classes start and ending after the first week of classes. The first week of classes, known as "syllabus week," overlaps with phase 2 registration and gives students an opportunity to drop out of courses without a "W" appearing on their transcripts.<ref name=":1" /><ref group="Note">Students who drop a course after phase 2 registration has ended ''will'' receive a "W" on their transcript for that course.</ref> Typically, professors do not give much work during this week, making this a great time to decide whether to remain in a course based on the syllabus, professor style, etc. As a result, [[waitlists]] tend to move a lot during this phase. |
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+ | Time tickets in phase 2 are assigned based on completed credit hours, with students who have more credit hours receiving earlier time tickets.<ref name=":0" /> |
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==== FASET ==== |
==== FASET ==== |
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==== Phase "AP" ==== |
==== Phase "AP" ==== |
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− | + | Incoming students who have not received their AP scores by the time of their FASET session will be given another opportunity to add and drop classes in late July. This allows students to register for courses that have prerequisites satisfied by AP credit. Students may not register for classes without the proper prerequisites, unless given a prerequisite override.<ref>https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/prerequisite-checks</ref> |
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− | Phase AP allows students to register for courses that have prerequisites satisfied by AP credit. Students may not register for classes without the proper prerequisites, unless given a prerequisite override.<ref>https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/prerequisite-checks</ref> Students who are eligible for Phase AP should be sure to send their test scores to Georgia Tech so that they are received before students' time tickets open. |
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− | Time tickets in phase 2 are assigned based on completed credit hours, with students who have more credit hours receiving earlier time tickets.<ref name=":0" /> However, earlier time tickets in phase 2 are not as advantageous since spots usually become available due to students dropping courses, and most students are able to get all the classes they need during phase 2, even if they have a rough experience in phase 1 or FASET. |
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Course numbers indicate certain information about courses, such as the year that they are typically taken in. Note that the conventions below are general and should not be used as a strict rule. For example, a couple 3000-level classes, such as [[MATH 3012]], are sometimes taken by freshmen despite the convention listed below. |
Course numbers indicate certain information about courses, such as the year that they are typically taken in. Note that the conventions below are general and should not be used as a strict rule. For example, a couple 3000-level classes, such as [[MATH 3012]], are sometimes taken by freshmen despite the convention listed below. |
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The letters preceding the four digit number indicate which department offers the course. For example, [[CS 1301]] is a course offered by the college of computing. |
The letters preceding the four digit number indicate which department offers the course. For example, [[CS 1301]] is a course offered by the college of computing. |
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− | The first digit indicates which year the class is typically taken in. Course numbers in the form 1XXX are generally |
+ | The first digit indicates which year the class is typically taken in. Course numbers in the form 1XXX are generally freshman classes, 2XXX are generally classes that build on freshman classes, 3XXX classes go into specific major material, and 4XXX classes are generally high level technical classes. Transfer courses on the transfer equivalency table listed as 1XXX, 2XXX, etc. may be used as free electives. |
Subsequent digits indicate other information about a course, such as if it is a course reserved for special topics. A more comprehensive [https://registrar.gatech.edu/files/course-numbering-system.pdf guide] to course numbering is provided by the Registrar. |
Subsequent digits indicate other information about a course, such as if it is a course reserved for special topics. A more comprehensive [https://registrar.gatech.edu/files/course-numbering-system.pdf guide] to course numbering is provided by the Registrar. |
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− | === Course Reference Number === |
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− | Each section in a course has its own unique identification number, called a "Course Reference Number" (CRN). This number is typically five digits long and is separate from the overall course number. CRNS are primarily used for class registration.<ref name=":2">https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/registration-information</ref> |
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− | == Permits, Overrides, and Overloads == |
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− | https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/permits-and-overloads |
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− | == Registration Hold == |
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− | Registration holds prevent students from adding and dropping classes during their time ticket. To view registration holds, go to "Registration Status" in OSCAR, select the applicable term, and click "View Holds" at the bottom of the page. If any holds are present, students must complete the given steps or contact the department that gave the hold to clear it. If no holds are present for a student, then they may register for classes during their time ticket.<ref name=":02">https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/holds</ref> Keep in mind that it's important to do this before your registration during FASET if you're a first year, because most likely you will have at least one hold that requires you to sign something. |
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== Additional Information == |
== Additional Information == |
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A linked course is a course that has both a lecture section and an additional section, such as a lab, studio, or recitation. Both sections must be registered for simultaneously. This [https://www.me.gatech.edu/files/ug/linkedclasses.pdf guide] made by the [[Mechanical Engineering|ME]] department provides more information about linked courses and is applicable to all majors. |
A linked course is a course that has both a lecture section and an additional section, such as a lab, studio, or recitation. Both sections must be registered for simultaneously. This [https://www.me.gatech.edu/files/ug/linkedclasses.pdf guide] made by the [[Mechanical Engineering|ME]] department provides more information about linked courses and is applicable to all majors. |
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=== Shared Test Period === |
=== Shared Test Period === |
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− | Some classes have a shared test period, such as [[PHYS 2211]] and [[PHYS 2212|2212]]. This shows up in a schedule as a single time block during the week and is usually very late in the day. However, most students will only have 2-5 tests per class, so it will not be used most weeks |
+ | Some classes have a shared test period, such as [[PHYS 2211]] and [[PHYS 2212|2212]]. This shows up in a schedule as a single time block during the week and is usually very late in the day. However, most students will only have 2-5 tests per class, so it will not be used most weeks, |
=== Free Electives === |
=== Free Electives === |
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Some free elective credit is restricted to 2000-level courses and higher, so courses with a number in the form 1XXX cannot satisfy this credit. All requirements can be viewed in Degree Works. |
Some free elective credit is restricted to 2000-level courses and higher, so courses with a number in the form 1XXX cannot satisfy this credit. All requirements can be viewed in Degree Works. |
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− | A prerequisite chain is a series of courses that must be taken one after another due to prerequisite restrictions on those courses. For example, a common prerequisite chain among engineering majors is PHYS 2211 to PHYS 2212 to [[ECE 3710]] to [[ECE 3741]]. PHYS 2211 must be taken before PHYS 2212, PHYS 2212 must be taken before ECE 3710, etc. |
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− | Many majors have particular prerequisite chains that are important to complete as early as possible to graduate on time. For example, [[Electrical Engineering|electrical engineering]] majors should take [[ECE 2040]] and its prerequisites as early as possible. For more information about prerequisite chains in a particular major, consult that major's respective wiki page. |
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== First-Year Guide == |
== First-Year Guide == |
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⚫ | Each department sends out information about advising via email before FASET, so complete all instructions there first. All incoming students should receive a suggested schedule from their advisor by the end of this process. If not, students can fill out their schedules using the instructions below. These are also applicable for students who already have a suggested schedule, as advisors are just one source of information. |
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⚫ | Before determining which classes to take, students should check which credits they already have. This can be done by looking at the classes and requirements checked off in [https://degreeaudit.gatech.edu/ Degree Works]. If test scores or transfer credit has not been received by Georgia Tech yet, the classes and requirements they fulfill will ''not'' show as completed in Degree Works. Students can check equivalency tables for which credits may be earned for [https://catalog.gatech.edu/academics/undergraduate/credit-tests-scores/advanced-placement-exams/ AP exams], [https://catalog.gatech.edu/academics/undergraduate/credit-tests-scores/international-baccalaureate-exams/ IB exams], [https://catalog.gatech.edu/academics/undergraduate/credit-tests-scores/a-levels/ A-levels], and [https://admission.gatech.edu/transfer/transfer-credit transfer credit]. |
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⚫ | After checking completed credits, students should look at their majors' requirements. A selection of [[Scheduling#Resources|resources]] for major requirements and prerequisite courses is listed on this page. Based on these requirements and prerequisites, create a schedule. While 12 credit hours is the minimum to be considered a full-time student, any schedule with more than 16 hours is not recommended for first-year students unless coming in with no credits.<ref>https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/enrollment-status</ref> 15 credits (about 5 classes) is recommended, but take 12-13 credits (about 4 classes) for a lighter load first semester. In addition, follow the guidelines below: |
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⚫ | Before determining which classes to take, students should check which credits they already have. This can be done by looking at the classes and requirements checked off in [https://degreeaudit.gatech.edu/ Degree Works]. If |
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⚫ | * ''Never retake courses, unless there is an extremely specific reason for doing so.'' While students may not feel comfortable with all the material for courses that they have credit for, material can always be reviewed, which is a much better option than retaking entire courses. Retaking a course does not guarantee that the material is fully learned, risks the possibility of a low grade, and takes time away from other courses required to graduate. |
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⚫ | After checking completed credits, students should look at their majors' requirements. A selection of [[Scheduling#Resources|resources]] for major requirements and |
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* Labs tend to be very time-consuming, so avoid taking more than one class with a lab section in a semester, with an exception for science majors. |
* Labs tend to be very time-consuming, so avoid taking more than one class with a lab section in a semester, with an exception for science majors. |
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+ | * Take at least one non-STEM class if possible prevent a difficult semester, but make sure to save some humanities, social sciences, and free electives for later, more difficult semesters. |
− | * Students should try to take classes that are big prerequisites for their major. For example, computer science majors should take [[CS 1301]] and [[CS 1331]] as early as possible, and mechanical engineering majors should take [[PHYS 2211]] and [[COE 2001]] as early as possible |
+ | * Students should try to take classes that are big prerequisites for their major. For example, computer science majors should take [[CS 1301]] and [[CS 1331]] as early as possible, and mechanical engineering majors should take [[PHYS 2211]] and [[COE 2001]] as early as possible. |
− | * Be sure to have backup classes, as getting every class with the best professors and |
+ | * Be sure to have backup classes, as getting every class with the best professors and timings is not always possible. |
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⚫ | Finally, students should check their schedule with current students. The Georgia Tech [https://discord.com/invite/gt Discord server] is a great place to do this. Another important point to remember is that Georgia Tech requires no prior knowledge for any major beyond what is learned in high school, ''so there is no need to review or learn any material before classes start.'' |
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− | === Registration === |
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− | Class registration at Georgia Tech is done via [https://oscar.gatech.edu/ OSCAR], short for "Online Student Computer Assisted Registration." To access OSCAR, first sign in via the "Secure Access Login" link. Then, click on "Student Services & Financial Aid" followed by "Registration." This page is the registration menu, which provides several helpful links for class registration. |
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− | Classes can only be added and dropped during a student's time ticket.<ref name=":0" /> To view time ticket information, click "Registration Status" and select the fall term. In addition, OSCAR will show if a student has [[Scheduling#Registration Hold|registration holds]] or not on this page. |
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⚫ | Finally, students should check their schedule with current students if possible. The Georgia Tech [https://discord.com/invite/gt Discord server], listed in the resources section of this page, is a great place to do this. Another important point to remember is that Georgia Tech requires no prior knowledge for any major beyond what is learned in high school, ''so there is no need to review or learn any material before classes start.'' |
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− | Even though classes can only be added or dropped during students' time tickets, students may view availability for all classes at any time by selecting "Look Up Classes" in the registration menu. The Registrar provides [https://registrar.gatech.edu/registration/registration-assistance information] on how to interpret class data in OSCAR. During a student's time ticket, they will also be able to add and drop courses via these pages.<ref name=":2" /> |
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− | Another method for class registration is to click "Add/Drop Classes" in the registration menu. [[Scheduling#Course Reference Number|Course Reference Numbers]] (CRNs) can be entered all at once, allowing for quicker registration. Of course, "Add/Drop Classes" can only be used during a time ticket.<ref name=":2" /> |
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== Resources == |
== Resources == |
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