INDEPENDENT
STUDY
Independent Study involves a high level
of responsibility and self-direction on
the part of the student to read, conduct
research, and complete written reports,
research papers, tests and/or assignments
designed to measure the student’s
grasp of the subject matter. Under the supervision
of a faculty member, a learning contract
shall be developed which outlines specific
learning objectives, texts, supplemental
readings, course requirements, evaluative
criteria, test dates, and deadlines. Because
independent study courses are the exception
and not the rule, the number of courses
that a student will be allowed to take independently
will be limited.
Students will not be permitted to take an
independent study course in order to accelerate
their original graduation date or to study
outside of their regular program. Students
must have written approval for an independent
study from the Dean of Academic Affairs.
Arrangements for the independent study course
should be made at least one week prior to
the beginning of the term in which the student
wishes to take the course.
To qualify for independent study, students
must:
1. Be actively pursuing a degree from Spartan
School of Aeronautics or have completed
all courses except the general education
courses; and
2. Be making satisfactory academic progress
and have demonstrated a good attendance
record; and
3. Need to fulfill a course requirement
due to relocation or scheduling issues.
The Department Chairs or their designee
will conduct the study and ensure the student
receives a syllabus, projects, assignments
and deadlines. Instruction or guidance will
be provided as agreed upon for consultation
and support, and to grade and return assignments.
While on independent study, the student
will agree to:
1. Meet all expectations set forth in the
syllabus.
2. Consult with the instructor as required
throughout the term.
3. Complete assignments, projects, and papers
by the assigned due dates. |
