1. Begin with a statement of the subjects (topics, themes, methods).
2. Include any recommended special background that is not already listed in course prerequisites.
3. Indicate the basis of student evaluation (exams, papers, etc.)
4. Mention, if you wish, texts which will be required.
5. State method(s) of instruction (lecture, lab, discussion).
6. Descriptions for cross-listed and “meet-together” courses will only appear in the “home” department but the course title and instructor’s name will appear under the other department.
7. Descriptions should be submitted to your department, or you may submit them online (http://www.lsa.umich.edu/cma/login); contact your department for the instructor userid and password.

Cost and Waitlist Information
The LSA Curriculum Committee has requested that the Course Guide include information about the cost of books/materials for courses and the various course waitlist procedures. Information about the cost of books/materials for courses and about various course waitlist procedures is keyed below. The cost information comes first, followed by the waitlist information, e.g., Cost:2 WL:3

Cost
The books/materials for this course:
1. Cost less than $50.
2 Cost $50 or more, but less than $100.
3. Cost $100 or more, but less than $150.
4. Cost $150 or more.

Waitlist
If the course is closed at Registration, the student should (choose one of the following):

1. Get on the WAITLIST through wolverineaccess.umich.edu, and then attend the first class meeting. Policies and procedures for handling the waitlist will be explained there.
2. Go to the department office to get on a WAITLIST, and then attend the first class meeting. Policies and procedures for handling the waitlist will be explained there.
3. Visit the faculty office of the instructor to see about getting a permission number into the course.
4. Wait until classes start, and then attend the first class meeting. Policies and procedures for issuing permission numbers will be explained there.
5. Other: PLEASE SPECIFY