De Anza College will take steps to ensure that students in its two-year degree programs will be able to obtain the degree in two years, providing they adhere to the prescribed pattern and sequence of courses and are ready to begin college-level work upon entry.
Courses that meet major requirements shall be listed in curriculum sheets distributed by the college. De Anza and Foothill colleges will take steps to ensure those courses are offered at one or both of the two colleges with appropriate frequency.
Minimum class size guidelines apply to all lecture, lecture-lab and laboratory classes. A minimum class size of 20 is generally required. Special circumstances, however, may necessitate the continuation of a class below the 20-student minimum. The key factor in making a decision to continue will be based upon program needs. Such cases may include second- or third-quarter or second-year sequential courses, courses required for an identified major or career subject area, combined courses meeting at the same hour with the same instructor, and one-of-a-kind offerings needed for graduation or transfer. Exceptions to minimum class size guidelines may also be based on
- Limited classroom or laboratory facilities
- Statutory and state regulations mandating class size, independent study and special projects
Other circumstances that warrant exception may be made by the Office of Instruction.
Enrollment numbers for all sections are monitored by the Office of Instruction throughout the registration process. In consultation with the appropriate division dean, low-enrolled classes will be identified and an appraisal made of the enrollment pattern. When warranted, sections may be cancelled early in the registration process to foster improved enrollment in remaining sections.