Section Tally Terminology and Definitions

This page serves as a Data Dictionary for all data elements used in the Rowan Section Tally. It provides clear definitions, descriptions, and relevant information that are useful for searching course schedule information.

Terminology Column Name/Label Description
Additional Information N/A

Additional information about the course requirements.
Available Seats Avail The number of open seats remaining in a course section at Rowan University. This is calculated as the maximum enrollment limit minus the total number of students currently enrolled. Availability may change as students register or drop the course.
Available Waitlist Seats W.Avail The number of open spots remaining on the waitlist for a course section at Rowan University. This is calculated as the waitlist capacity minus the number of students currently on the waitlist. Availability may change as students join or are removed from the list.
Course Attributes Attributes

A course attribute is a label or tag that helps classify and organize courses in a Rowan University's catalog. It defines key characteristics like format, level, and requirements.

For example, common course attributes at Rowan University could include:

  • Physical Presence Required (PPR): Whether students must attend in person
  • Catalog Course: Whether the course is officially listed in the catalog
  • Undergraduate Level: Course number range (0-499 for undergrad, 500+ for grad)
  • Instruction Mode: How the course is taught?
Course Campus Campus

The designated campus where the course will be conducted. This specifies the physical or primary learning site for in-person and hybrid courses. Courses may be offered at multiple campuses to provide accessibility and flexibility for students. Online courses will be designated as Online instead of a physical location.
Course Department Department Course Department is the academic unit responsible for offering and managing a course, typically based on a specific field of study.
Course Instructor Instructor(s) The professor(s) or instructor(s) facilitating the course. The first person listed is the primary instructor, with the subsequent facilitators in alphabetical order
Course Level Level Course level indicates whether a course is an undergraduate (UG) or graduate (GR) or Professional (PR) level course
Course Number Course# A five-digit number used to identify a specific course within a subject. The third digit used to indicated the general level of the course: 0 = basic skills, 1-2 = undergraduate lower level, 3-4 = undergraduate upper level, 5-6 = graduate, 7-8 = doctoral.
Course Reference Number CRN The Course Reference Number (CRN) is a unique five-digit identifier assigned to each course section within a term. The first digit indicates the course term: 1 = Winter, 2 = Spring, 3 = Summer, and 4 = Fall. CRNs are reused each subsequent term.
Course Restrictions Restrictions

Course Restrictions specify the conditions that limit who can enroll in a course. These restrictions ensure that only eligible students can register based on criteria such as:

  • Class Level – Restricts enrollment to certain academic levels (e.g., only juniors and seniors).
  • Major/Program – Limits registration to students in specific majors or programs.
  • College/Department – Requires students to be part of a particular college or department.
  • Prerequisites/Corequisites – Ensures students have completed or are taking required courses.
  • Campus Location – Restricts access to students at a specific campus.
  • Student Attributes – May include honors status, athlete designation, or special cohorts.
Course Schedule Meeting Time The designated days, times, and location where a course meets at Rowan University. This includes the start and end time, building, and room number. Courses with multiple meeting periods may have separate entries for each session. Online asynchronous courses may leave this information blank if no specific meeting times or locations are required.
Course Section Sect

A course section is a unique identifier assigned to each offering of a course within a specific term. Course sections differentiate multiple instances of the same course, which may vary by schedule, instructor, location, or delivery method. For example, if "Calculus I" is offered at different times or by different instructors, each instance will have a distinct section number.
Course Section Credit Hours Hours The number of academic credits assigned to a specific course section. Credit hours represent the expected workload for the course, including lectures, labs, and independent study. The number of credits may vary between sections based on course format or requirements.
Course Title Course Description Course Title is the official name of a course, providing a concise description of its content and focus. It appears in course catalogs, schedules, and transcripts.
Instructional Method Instructional Method

Instructional Method defines how a course is delivered. Common instructional methods include:

  • Traditional – Fully in-person, with face-to-face instruction in a classroom setting.
  • Non-Traditional – Any delivery format that differs from standard in-person instruction
  • Online – Fully remote learning, either synchronous (real-time virtual classes) or asynchronous (self-paced).
Maximum Enrollment Max The highest number of students allowed to enroll in a course section, as determined by the scheduling department. This limit may be based on instructional design, faculty availability, or institutional policies rather than the physical classroom capacity. Enrollment caps help maintain an optimal learning environment and ensure adequate resources for students. Some sections may have lower limits due to specialized course requirements or accreditation standards.
Maximum Reserved Seats Max Resv The total number of seats designated for specific groups of students within a course section. This number represents the sum of all reserved seat allocations, regardless of how many groups have reservations. It ensures that priority enrollment is maintained for eligible student groups.
Part of Term Part of Term A Part of Term is a subdivision within a term that defines the start and end dates for specific courses. Not all course sections run for the entire term. The deadlines for Drop/Add, Late Drop/Add, Withdrawal, Faculty Attendance Verification, and Final Grades are all calculated based on the start and end date of each part of term.
Remaining Reserved Seats Left Resv The number of reserved seats still available for eligible student groups in a course section at Rowan University. This is calculated as the total reserved seats minus the number of students enrolled under those reservations. Unused reserved seats may be reassigned or opened to general enrollment as needed.
Room Capacity RoomCap The maximum number of students permitted in a classroom based on fire code regulations at Rowan University. This limit ensures compliance with safety regulations and cannot be exceeded.
Schedule Type Schedule Types Schedule Type specifies the instructional format of a course, most commonly as a Lecture or Lab. It determines how the course is structured within the academic schedule.
Section Enrollment Enrolled The number of students currently enrolled in a course section at Rowan University, including those who have filled reserved seats. This count reflects all registered students, regardless of whether they enrolled through general or reserved seating. Enrollment numbers may change as students add or drop the course.
Section Title Title

The title of the course section. Different sections of the same course may have different titles due to specific requirements of the course section.
Session Session

The scheduled time and modality in which a course is offered. Sessions define when and how students engage with the course material and instructors. Common course sessions include:

  • Day: Courses held during traditional daytime hours, typically between 8 AM and 5 PM.
  • Evening: Courses scheduled in the late afternoon or evening, usually after 5 PM
  • Weekend: Courses offered on Saturdays and/or Sundays
  • Hybrid: A combination of in-person and online instruction, allowing students to complete some coursework remotely while attending scheduled in-person sessions.
  • Online: Fully remote courses where all instruction, discussions, and assessments take place in a virtual learning environment.
Subject Subj A subject at Rowan University refers to the abbreviated code representing an academic discipline under which courses are categorized. These subject codes are used to group related courses and may be shared across multiple departments. For example, CS represents Computer Science, and BIOL stands for Biology.
Waitlist Capacity W.Cap The maximum number of students allowed on a course section's waitlist at Rowan University. If a course is full, students can add themselves to the waitlist until this limit is reached. When a seat becomes available, the system automatically notifies the first student on the list and holds the seat for 24 hours. If the student does not register within that timeframe, their spot expires, and the next student is notified.
Waitlist Count W.Count The number of students currently on the waitlist for a course section at Rowan University. These students are waiting for an available seat and will be notified in order when a spot opens. The waitlist count updates as students join or are removed based on registration activity.