The Sequence feature enables the creation of a structured list of required courses for a certificate or degree program, defining the general order in which they should be taken. This helps establish clear course progression, similar to a structured four-year degree program.
Navigation
- Main Menu → Selects → N-Z → Program Groups → Sequences
Applies To: Enterprise, Plus
Overview of Sequence Methods
There are two ways to add sequences in XenDirect:
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Course Sequence/Level Field (All Versions)
- This is an informational field only and is not enforced within the system.
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Program Group Sequence (Enterprise & Plus)
- This enforceable and reportable sequence ensures course order is followed.
Sequence Structure
Program Group Sequences use three user-defined elements to organize courses:
- Sequence Level: Creates a hierarchy of courses, typically taken in order (Highest level).
- Sequence Term: Organizes courses within a level, defining smaller sections such as semesters or quarters (Lowest level).
- Sequence Type: A categorization field used for internal reference (Optional).
Adding a Sequence to a Program Group
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Locate the Program Group:
- Go to Selects → Program Groups → Locate the desired Program Group.
- Click View to open it.
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Create a New Sequence:
- In view mode, go to the Sequences panel.
- Click New in the upper-right corner.
- Enter an Active Date (Required).
- Click OK to save.
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Add Courses to the Sequence:
- Click View on the new Sequence.
- Go to the Courses tab.
- Click New to add courses.
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Fill out the required fields:
- Course ID (Required, unique per sequence).
- Sequence Level (Required).
- Sequence Term (Optional).
- Sequence Type (Optional).
- Click OK to save.
- Repeat the process for additional courses.
Cloning a Sequence
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Locate the Program Group:
- Go to Selects → Program Groups → Locate the desired Program Group.
- Click View to open it.
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Clone an Existing Sequence:
- In view mode, go to the Sequences tab.
- Click View on the desired sequence.
- Click Clone in the toolbar.
- Enter an Active Date for the new sequence.
- Click OK to save.
- The cloned sequence is now an exact duplicate and can be modified as needed.
Managing Sequence Levels, Terms, and Types
Navigation
- Main Menu → Selects → N-Z → Sequences (Level, Term, and Type)
Applies To: Enterprise, Plus
Sequence Levels
Used to define major progression points, such as Year 1, Year 2, Level 1, Level 2, etc.
- Level: Numeric value for sequence order (Required).
- Level Name: Descriptive name for the level (Optional).
- Credit Hours: Required hours before moving to this level (Optional, but required if using WebReg restrictions).
Sequence Terms
Defines terms within a level, such as Semester 1, Semester 2, Quarter 1, etc.
- Term Name: Name of the term (Required).
- Term Order: Determines sorting order (Leave blank for alphabetical sorting).
Sequence Types
Categorization for sequence tracking (e.g., Core Courses, Electives).
- Type Name: Name for the sequence type (Required, but optional in sequences).
Conclusion
The Program Group Sequence feature ensures a structured progression of courses, allowing clear enforcement of academic pathways. Sequences can be created, modified, and cloned as needed. For further assistance, refer to related articles or contact support.