Section C - Class Scheduling

Credit Classes

Overview

The class scheduling facilities in PantherNet are divided into two main functions: Credit and Noncredit. Although the functions in loading credit and noncredit classes are much alike, a few differences will be noted as each screen function is explained below. The credit module consists of five panels while the noncredit module consists of six panels. Each panel records a different type of information. This section will review credit class scheduling.

Course Special Designators

as of May 2020

Figure 3 - Panel 3 – Special Fees

1. Class with Special Fees – Panel 3

   If the class has special fees, they would be listed on panel 3. These fees cannot be modified or waived. Please see Section N – e-learning for special instructions on e-learning fees.

   Figure 4 – Panel 4 – Stacked Classes (Concurrent Classes)

   
   

2. Stacked (concurrent classes) – Panel 4

   If the class meets concurrently with another class in the same room, the system will return the message “Time conflict found with class [ref]” ,where the [ref] is equal to the reference number of the class meeting at the same time in the same room. If this is the correct reference number for the concurrent class, move to panel 4 using the <F11> key and enter the reference number of the concurrent class.

   Figure 5 - Panel 5 – Schedule Exceptions

   
   

3. Class meets for Additional Days – Panel 5

   If a class meets for additional days outside the normal meeting days or on a closed day, fill in the dates and times of the additional class meetings. Use an “N” code to indicate the date on which the class will not meet, or use a “V” to indicate a variance in the meeting day (example – class will meet on a Tuesday instead of Monday).

Final Steps for Credit Class Entry:

After you have determined that all additional information has been entered on the panels (or that no additional information was necessary), press <ENTER>. The data you have entered will then be edited for accuracy using the programmed logic. Correct any data that the program edits as invalid. When all the data have passed the edits, you will be transported to the screen where you will make the instructor assignment. By default, the instructor schedule associated with the class has been loaded as TBA; you can leave the class as TBA or you can choose an instructor. Once you hit enter, the screen on page C-8 is displayed. Information on how to change an instructor once the class has been loaded is located in the specialized procedures of this section.

Adding an Instructor to a Class (initial class entry)

Figure 6 – Maintain Class Instructor Schedule

1. Select the ACTION CODE: R (replace); press the <TAB> key
2. On the field INSTR ID, press the <F1> key and select the appropriate instructor; if the instructor on the form is not listed, then the instructor has not been approved through Instructor Resource Management to teach the class then the class must remain TBA.
3. If the instructor’s name is found, move your cursor and place it on the same line as the instructor’s name and press <ENTER>. Press <ENTER> again to replace the instructor. (For detailed instructions on how to replace an existing instructor, see section C.

   That’s It – You Have Now Successfully Loaded a Credit Class Schedule!

Specialized Procedures for Credit and Noncredit Classes

How to Replace an Instructor

The PantherNet system allows you to replace an instructor on a class with another instructor or change the instructor to TBA. Please note that the procedure outlined here must only be used if the instructor being replaced has not taught any hours of the class. If the instructor has taught some hours of the class but someone else is finishing the class, refer to “Assigning Multiple Instructors” below.

Credit Direct Command: CU CC MC

Noncredit Direct Command:CU CC MN

1. Find the class schedule you need to change by using browse or typing in the reference number.
2. Change the ACTION CODE field to M (modify)
3. Tab to the MORE field; type “Y” in that field and press< ENTER>.
4. A screen will appear (Figure 13) that shows all instructors currently assigned to that class; move your cursor to the line adjacent to the instructor you wish to replace and place an “R” in that field. This can be a person’s name or a TBA instructor.
5. The Maintain Class Instructor Screen is displayed (Figure 14); tab to the INSTR ID field and select another instructor or change the field to TBA by clearing the field using the <END> key and typing TBA.

Figure 13 – Browse on Class Instructors

Figure 14 – Maintain Class Instructor