SMFA Propose new course

SMFA Curriculum Committee

Propose New Course Form

Use this form to request approval for a course that is not currently listed on SIS.

New courses must run as Special Topics three times before they will be considered for a permanent course number in the catalog. A permanent course number must be proposed for Special Topics courses if it is to continue running after the initial three offerings.

Contact info for the person submitting this form:

Name

Title

Area

Phone number

Email address

Contact info for area rep:

Name

Area

Phone number

Email address

Proposed new course number:

Proposed new course title (50 characters maximum for transcripts):

Abbreviated course title for SIS (30 characters maximum):

Proposed Bulletin Description:

Please make sure to use proper bulletin language and list level, prerequisites and/or recommendations at the end of the description. Keep in mind for prerequisites, SIS prevents students from enrolling if they have not met specific criteria. For recommendations, students may or may not follow this advice.

(Example: Examines the basic elements that make up our three-dimensional world. Using simple materials such as string, wire, paper, and cardboard, explore the infinite possibilities of line, plane, and volume. Technical workshops facilitate understanding of basic additive and reductive techniques, and expand the capacity to define complex forms. Explore two-dimensional drawings for three-dimensional thinking. Learn to create technical drawings and make the described object to scale. Open to all levels.)

Rationale for new course (Why is the course needed, what will it add to the department/program, how will it benefit students, etc.)

How many credits are being requested for the course? Please explain why the requested credit value is appropriate.

Will additional resources be needed to support this course? What are the anticipated equipment and facilities needs for this course?

Is there any potential overlap or conflict with existing courses? What other departments/programs/faculty have been consulted as this was developed?

Have you consulted with the SMFA Library and/or Tisch Library to ensure there are sufficient library resources available to support for this course?

Confirmation:

By checking this box, you acknowledge that the above information is accurate to the best of your knowledge, and that the information has been reviewed and approved for submission by your Department Chair, Program Director, or Area Rep.