E-Course Schedule Entry – SSASECT

Banner Forms Used

• SSASECT – Course Section Form
• SSASECQ – Schedule Section Query
• SSATEXT – Section Comment Form
• SSAPREQ – Test Score & Pre‑Req Restrictions (query only)
• SSADETL – Degree Program Attributes
• SSAMATX – Building/Room Schedule Query
• SLABQRY – Building Query
• SIAIQRY – Faculty/Advisor Query

Information to Gather Before Schedule Entry

• Enrollment limit
• Meeting days and times (if applicable)
• Instructor MU ID and name
• Location (Building/Room) if applicable

Entering a New E‑Course

Step 1: Access SSASECT

• Enter the appropriate Dummy Term:
  • Fall: 911111
  • Spring: 222222
  • Summer: 333333
• Tab to the CRN field and type ADD.
• Select Go.

Step 2: Course Section Information

• Enter Subject and Course Number (e.g., ENG 201).
• Do not change existing course titles.
• Exceptions: Special Topics, Seminars, Staff Development, Independent Study.

Section Numbering

Step 3: Required Fields

• Campus Code: E (Electronic Courses)
• Status: A (Active)
• Schedule Type: I – Internet Delivery
• Instructional Method: Leave blank
• Session: I – Internet
• Part of Term: Select appropriate code
• Credit Hours: Do not change (except Special Topics/Seminar/Staff Dev.)
• Gradable: Always checked

Save to generate a Dummy CRN.

Enrollment Information

• Navigate to the Enrollment Information tab.
• Enter Maximum Enrollment.
• Save.

Meeting Times and Instructor

Meeting Times

• E‑Courses should have no meeting days or times.
• Building: ONLINE
• Room: ASYNC
• Enter weekly hours (e.g., 3 hours for a 3‑credit course).
• Save.

Instructor Assignment

• If no instructor is assigned, leave blank (defaults to Staff).
• Enter instructor MU ID.
• Percent of responsibility defaults to 100%.
• If multiple instructors:
  • Two instructors: 51% / 49%
  • Three instructors: 34% / 33% / 33%
• Save.

Section Preferences

No section preferences are used for E‑Courses.

Section Text (SSATEXT)

Enter the following text exactly as written:

Asynchronous Online Text

ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE (AO): NO CLASS MEETINGS (INCLUDING EXAMS) MORE INFO: WWW.MARSHALL.EDU/OEC/COURSE-MODALITIES/

Zero Limit Courses

PERMISSION

Dual Credit Courses

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY

Proctor/Exam Fee Text

STUDENTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO TAKE ONE STANDARDIZED EXAM…

Save.

Schedule Detail (SSADETL)

Navigate to the Degree Program Attributes tab.

Common Attributes

• AO – Asynchronous Online
• CBL – Community‑Based Learning
• NOBK – No Textbook Required
• FRBK – Free Book
• AE – Affordable Education Materials

Save.

Third‑Party Contract Courses

• Navigate to Section Contracts.
• Enter Contract Code: 3P
• Leave Percentage and Primary Indicator blank.
• Save.

Special Topics, Seminar, Staff Development, Independent Study

• Follow steps 1–7 from SSASECT.
• Course name auto‑populates; abbreviate:
  • SpTp:
  • Sem:
  • StDv:
• Use remaining 24 characters for specific title.
• Billing hours may need adjustment.
• Contact hours: leave blank.

Prerequisites (SSAPREQ)

Prerequisites are stored in the master file and cannot be updated here.
Contact the Registrar’s Office for changes.

Verifying E‑Course Setup

• Campus Code: E
• Schedule Type: I
• Session: I
• Building: ONLINE
• Room: ASYNC
• SSATEXT includes AO text
• SSADETL includes AO attribute