110 Expected Workload

1 Credit. Represents approximately three hours of the student's time each week for one term in a lower division undergraduate course.

--from "Reader's Guide to the UO Catalog: Definitions"

Expected Workload in CIS 110

CIS 110 introduces students to a large number of web applications and technolgies. The workload, accordingly, is not light, but is not intended to be heavy. The class is aimed at 100-level students without any prior experience using computers.

Your instructor is committed to a reasonable, 100-level workload for this class. Here's what reasonable actually means as a weekly workload:

3 hours/week of lecture
1 hour/week lab
up to a maximum of 8 hrs/week for reading, studying, and programming

Maximum workload: 12 hrs/week.

Read and study on a regular basis as you go through the course. Then you will not experience massive overloads at exam times, or when projects come due.

What should you do if 110 is taking even MORE of your time than outlined above?

Please contact your instructor or GTF. We need to know how students are faring in the class. About midway through the term, there will be a Midterm Course Evaluation survey in Blackboard, but you're welcome to discuss this with your instructors at any time.

HOW should you manage your time for 110?

The following suggestions are standard "good study habits" and apply to all of your classes. The Academic Learning Services (ALS) Study Skills page has information about courses and workshops that will sharpen your study skills. ALS 101, for example, covers time managment, test-taking, note-taking, etc.

Tips for 110 students:

Attend class and lab regularly
Get started on projects early
Keep up with your readings.
Avoid cramming for exams. Study and review on a regular basis.
Ask questions in class and lab. Everyone will be glad you did.
Seek extra help as soon as you need it by going to office hours