Academic Chair/Director Teaching Load (E-7A)
Original Implementation: May 24, 1979
Last Revision: July 15, 2008
The teaching load of academic chairs/directors shall be determined annually by the dean in consultation with the academic chair/director based on the changing needs and objectives of the department/school. Such factors as number of faculty (full time equivalent [F.T.E.]), number of majors, and complexity of the department/school shall be considered in determining the teaching load of the academic chair/director.
One possible example, which incorporates only the number of faculty members (F.T.E) in a given department/school, is provided below:
| No. of F.T.E. (Including Chair) |
Calendar Year (12-Month Appointment) |
Calendar Year (11-month Appointment |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 10 |
Combination of lecture, lab, or other type of instruction of 20-21 semester credit hours taught within the full academic year (September 1 thru August 31). |
Combination of lecture, lab, or other type of instruction of 17-18 semester credit hours taught within the full academic year (September 1 thru August 31). |
| 11 - 15 |
Combination of lecture, lab, or other type of instruction of 18 semester credit hours taught within the full academic year (September 1 thru August 31). |
Combination of lecture, lab, or other type of instruction of 14-15 semester credit hours taught within the full academic year (September 1 thru August 31). |
| Above 15 |
Combination of lecture, lab, or other type of instruction of 15 semester credit hours taught within the full academic year (September 1 thru August 31). |
Combination of lecture, lab, or other type of instruction of 11-12 semester credit hours taught within the full academic year (September 1 thru August 31). |
See also Departmental Administration policy for details regarding responsibilities, selection and evaluation.
Cross Reference: Departmental Administration, E-10A
Responsible for Implementation: Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Contact for Revision: Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Forms: None