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DDPD Contact Hour / Credit Hour Request

The number of credits awarded a course is based upon the total number of contact hours. To calculate your credit hours, follow these guidelines:

 1credit hour 15 contact hours
2 credit hours 27 contact hours
3 credit hours 36 contact hours
4 credit hours 48 contact hours

For courses delivered in a combination of face to face (f2f) and online instruction, it is important that the appropriate contact hours be met. Sixty percent of the contact time must be with the instructor, whether it be f2f or online interaction.

The online component must include academic activities related to accomplishing the objectives of the course. Listed below are acceptable types of online activities that may apply to the 60% rule:

  • posted readings with chat around a set of questions
  • viewing video clips with chat
  • postings of assignments with threaded discussions1 credit hour