Course Delivery

Tri-C offers a variety of online and blended degree and certificate programs, including some that can be completed either 100% or more than 50% online. Degree and certificate courses offer credit toward a degree, while professional development courses may apply toward post-graduate or workforce training certificates. Click here to learn more about online degree and certificate options.

Definitions

• Asynchronous — Online course content is completed at your own pace within established deadlines.
• Synchronous — All students are required to log in and participate through video conferencing during specific times.
• Asynchronous & Synchronous — Course is a combination of online course content and participation through video conferencing during specific times.
• Asynchronous & On-Site — Course is a combination of online course content and on-site classroom/lab participation.
• Campus: All Meetings on Campus — These classes are taught on campus with set meeting times. The days/times are listed. These courses may also require access to web-based resources or supplemental materials.
• Online: No Set Meeting Times — These online courses may require scheduled online or in-person exams. Please check with the instructor for course requirements.

In-person courses
Classes take place in a traditional classroom setting that allows for face-to-face interaction between you, your instructor and your classmates. Classes meet on specific days at specific times and require consistent attendance.

Blended courses
Classes blend online learning with face-to-face classroom instruction. You’ll attend classes on campus and complete assignments online. You must be able to use a computer, watch videos, navigate the internet and use email. See a complete list of technical requirements..

Online courses
Classes use Blackboard Ultra, an internet-based learning management system, for meetings, assignments and discussions. Content is available 24/7. Some online courses may require on-campus meetings. Contact your instructor for specific requirements.

To succeed in an online course, you must be able to:

• Work independently, maintaining responsibility for keeping up with your coursework
• Use Tri-C email (primary method of communication between you and the College)
• Watch and create basic video presentations using a laptop/PC or mobile device
• Use a web browser and modify settings related to security, popups and firewalls
• Create, modify and attach documents
• Save, upload and download files 

Technology is constantly improving. See the latest list of technical requirements.