How to use this course template?(Course Syllabus Template Spring 2018)
Thiscourse template is adapted from San Jose State University’saccessible syllabus template (December 2016).Please replace your own course information in the highlighted areasand delete this paragraph and the “Required” texts when you have completed your syllabus. If you have questions, please email the Instructional Designer at
San José State UniversityCollege of Engineering (Course Number, Title, Section, Semester, and Year)
Course and Contact Information
Instructor: / (Your name)(Virtual) Office Location: / (Zoom meeting or in-person)
Telephone: / (Your telephone number)
Email: / (Your email address)
Office Hour: / (Days and time)
Class Days/Time: / (Days and time) / (Time zone)
Classroom: / (Classroom location)
Virtual Classroom: / (Zoom meeting link)
Prerequisites: / Classified graduate standing or graduate advisor consent
GE/SJSU Studies Category: / (Delete this row if not applicable)
Canvas Website: /
Course Format: Hybrid Courses(Required)
This course features a hybrid classroom delivery format, utilizing a combination of in-person meetings and synchronous online conferences. The instructor will host scheduled real-time class meetings. Depends on your class instruction, you might have an option to attend class meetings either in-person or online. (See University Policy F13-2at for more details.)
Joining Zoom Class Meetingsin Canvas (Required)
Zoom is a video conferencing tool that used for SJSU synchronous class meetings.Zoom runs on PC, Mac, Android, and iOS devices. To ensure your computer meeting the system requirements and to learn about how to connect your audio conference, please click the Instructional Design Student Support webpage.(If you connect to audio conference via your computer, please use a headset in order to avoid echoes and audio feedback. It’srecommendedyou use a built-in webcam or prepare an external webcam on your computer when you join a Zoommeeting.
Canvas Learning Management System(Required)
Course materials, syllabus, assignments, grading criteria, exams, and other information will be posted on the SJSU Canvas course site at You are responsible to check Canvas regularly for class work and exams.If you have questions regarding the use of Canvas, please visit Instructional Design Student Support webpage to file a ticket(
Faculty Web Page and MYSJSU Messaging (Optional)
To participate in class activities, you are also responsible for regularly checking for your email at other communication system as indicated by the instructor) to learn of any updates.
Course Description(Required)
Please enter your course description here.
Course Goals (Optional)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
(Insert and list your Education course goals and learning outcomes here. Describe the outcome in terms of specific and measurable actions, capabilities or skills students will be able to perform through course activities/experience at the end of your course.)
SLO 1: (Insert SLO1)
SLO 2: (Insert SLO2)
SLO 3: (Insert SLO3)
SLO 4: (Insert SLO4)
SLO 5: (Insert SLO5)
SLO 6: (Insert SLO6)
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO)(Required)
Insert and list your course goals and learning outcomes here. Describe the outcome in terms of specific and measurable actions, capabilities or skills students will be able to perform through course activities/experience at the end of your course.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
CLO 1: (Insert CLO1, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
CLO 2: (Insert CLO2, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
CLO 3: (Insert CLO3, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
CLO 4: (Insert CLO4, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
CLO 5: (Insert CLO5, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
Required Textbook/Readings(Required)
Textbook
(Insert your complete textbook citation here. Include ISBN and information about where students can buy or access the text.)
Other Readings
(Insert the list of any additional readings)
Other Technology Requirements / Equipment / Materials Requirements(optional)
(If applicable)
Library Liaison (Optional)
Insert the name, email address, and other relevant information concerning your library liaison
Course Requirements and Assignments(Required)
Insert descriptions of course requirements and assignments here. Explain how course requirements, reading materials, learning activities, assignments contribute to or are aligned with course learning outcomes. Include information about due dates and assignment weights. More details can be found fromUniversity Syllabus Policy S16-9 at (
Final Examination or Evaluation
Insert descriptions of your final examination or evaluation information here. More details can be found in University Policy S06-4 ( which states that
“There shall be an appropriate final examination or evaluation at the scheduled time in every course, unless specifically exempted by the college dean who has curricular responsibility for the course”.
Grading Information(Required)
Specify your grading policy here. Provide rubrics and explain how grades are assessed and assigned. Allow multiple opportunities to give feedback on student learning. Use rubrics or examples to explain and show students how they can assess themselves or check their own learning. More guidelines on grading information and class attendance can be found from the following two university policies.
- University Syllabus Policy S16-9(
- University policy F15-12 (
Determination of Grades
- A statement of how grades will be determined for the course, including +/- grades if they are used.
- Extra credit options, if available.
- List of the percentage weight assigned to various class assignments.
- Penalty (if any) for late or missed work.
Online Proctoring Exam (Required if students need to take online proctoring exams)
ProctorU is an online proctoring service. If you are a remote student or plan to take an online proctoring exam, please communicate with your instructor.For detailed information about scheduling an appointment with ProctorU, pleasevisit Instructional Design Student Support webpage to file a ticket (
- It’s recommended you have a reliable, high-speed Internet connection, a webcam and a headset (speaker and microphone).
- Please schedule your appointment with ProctorU at least 72 hours prior to your scheduled exam time in order to avoid paying a charge of $5.00 late registration at your own cost.
(Please insert proctored exam protocol here if any)
Lecture Duration: hour minutes (Recommended Class Structure)
Running Time / Duration / Topics00:00 – 00:15 / 15 / (Review previous homework assignment or 5 minutes Quiz in Canvas)
00:15 – 00:45 / 30 / (Topic 1A)
00:45 – 00:55 / 10 / (Student Engagement: Questions)
00:55 – 01:25 / 30 / (Topic 1B or Activity)
01:25 – 01:35 / 10 / (Student Engagement: Questions)
01:35 – 01:45 / 10 / (Break Time)
01:45 – 02:15 / 30 / (Topic 1C or Activity)
02:15 – 02:25 / 10 / (Student Engagement: Questions)
02:25 – 02:55 / 30 / (Topic 1D or Activity)
02:55 – 03:05 / 10 / (Student Engagement: Questions)
03:05 – 03:15 / 10 / (Break Time)
03:15 – 03:30 / 15 / (Review of Topics, etc.)
Classroom Protocol
(Insert your expectations for participation, attendance, arrival times, and behavior.)
University Policies
Per University Policy S16-9, university-wide policy information relevant to all courses, such as academic integrity, accommodations, etc. will be available on Office of Graduate and Undergraduate Programs’ Syllabus Information web page(
Course Number / Title, Semester, Course Schedule
List the agenda for the semester including when and where the final exam will be held. Indicate the schedule is subject to change with fair notice and how the notice will be made available.
Week / Date / Topics, Readings, Assignments, Deadlines / Assignment Due Date1 / Time/Date
2 / Time/Date
3 / Time/Date
4 / Time/Date
5 / Time/Date
6 / Time/Date
7 / Time/Date
8 / Time/Date
9 / Time/Date
10 / Time/Date
11 / Time/Date
12 / Time/Date
13 / Time/Date
14 / Time/Date
15 / Time/Date
16 / Final Exam
The schedule is subject to change with fair notice.
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