Online Orientation

Fo  For the summer class, students only need to attend the online orientation within WebCT.  No face-to-face orientation. 
     For sections 1-3 on campus classes, students must take 6 tests in room 60 Carver Test Center at Iowa State University.  The 6 tests include 4 hands-on simulation tests in the SAM database environment, and the Mid-Term and Final Exams.  Please do not register for sections 1, 2 or 3 if you can not take these 6 tests in the test center.  The schedule has been posted under the "Carver Test Center Schedule" link on the menu.

      For section XW off campus class (for non-fulltime ISU students (who take under 12 credit hours including 4 credit hours COMS 103 XW course in the summer) or non-ISU students only), students must take 6 tests in a proctored environment. Students in the section XW do not need to take the SAM hands-on simulation tests. All of the tests are written tests (multiple choice). Students in the section XW do not need to buy a SAM CD as well. The detailed information will be posted within WebCT class and ISU continue education website.

    It is the department's policy that students should not switch sections once the course starts.