Ohio State ATI LEARNING CONTRACT
(Independent Study Course)
https://ati.osu.edu/sites/ati/files/site-library/site-
documents/Academic_Affairs/Learning_Contract.pdf
A. Definition: A learning contract is an integral component of an instructive and productive independent study
project/course. This contract is a general statement of purpose with a list of objectives and activities that
the student intends to achieve plus the specific evaluation technique(s). Each student involved in an
independent project is to write a learning contract before beginning the course. It provides the structure
and focus for the activity even though the objectives can be modified as the individual project progresses.
A copy of the learning contract must be forwarded to the Division Chairperson for approval in order
for the student to enroll for credit.
Deadline: At time of registration
B. Evaluation Techniques: Two or more activities, (some suggestions follow) should be selected and
incorporated in the learning contract.
1. Journal: This should be a record as well as an analytical log of activities. It can then be evaluated on
the basis of its depth and the understanding demonstrated, i.e., the variety of problems encountered,
how they were handled and why.
2. Required Reading: The course advisor can be helpful in suggesting a reading list that will supplement
the work activities, which would include magazines, journals, and texts. Reactions to these reading can
then be included in the journal or final paper.
3. Final Paper: This paper is used to describe the activity in which the student has been involved. There
should also be some reflection by the student on the skills developed as well as on the competencies
needed for future success in such an operation. This is a good opportunity for the student to synthesize
the activities of the independent study project with the original objectives and readings.
4. Research Report: This is a report of an in-depth study of an area of particular interest to the student.
5. Exercises: These would be designed to fit the individual such as building and equipment layouts, slide
presentations, construction of models and displays, or development of production/marketing graphics.
6. Employer Evaluation: Input from the employer about the student’s work performance can be helpful
in the overall evaluation if the independent study includes a work internship.
7. Seminars: If there are several students participating in a special class or project simultaneously, group
meetings can be helpful and valuable in sharing reactions and ideas.
8. Self-Assessment: The student should share with the faculty advisor his/her own evaluation of his/her
performance as well as any changes in career and academic goals that may have resulted from the
independent study activity.
PLEASE SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AS A PACKET
Learning Contract, Add Ticket, and Substitution Form (if applicable)
Ohio State ATI LEARNING CONTRACT
(Independent Study Course)
https://ati.osu.edu/sites/ati/files/site-library/site-
documents/Academic_Affairs/Learning_Contract.pdf
Name: Date:
Course Title/Number: / Credits: Term:
This course is to be applied toward degree credit as follows:
Elective Substitution (Attached form must be completed)
Course Instructor: Completion Date:
Project Title and Description:
Objectives:
Activities:
Evaluation Techniques and Percent of Grade:
Student Signature: Date:
Course Instructor Signature: Date:
Division Chair Signature: Date:
5/00
Enrollment Services
University Registrar
Course Enrollment Permission Form
Student Information
Ohio State ID
Last Name
First Name
Suffix
Ohio State name.#
Term
College
Student’s Signature
Date
Course Information
Term
Year
College
Department
Course Number
Credit Hours
Class Number
Instructor’s Name
Co-requisite Class Number
Action
Waive Prerequisite Requirements
Enter a Course Requiring Permission
Schedule the Class with a Time Conflict
(Both Instructors’ Signatures Required)
Override the Limit and Enter a Full Section
(If this action will exceed the room limit, this form will not be
processed)
Instructor’s Signature
Date
Instructors Printed Name and OSU ID
Instructor’s Signature (Second for Time Conflict)
Date
Instructors Printed Name and OSU ID (Second for Time Conflict)
Add the Course
Audit the Course [First Date of Attendance: _________ ]
Instructor’s Signature
After the 1
st
Friday of the Semester
Date
Instructors Printed Name and OSU ID
Department Chairperson/Designee’s Signature
After the 2
nd
Friday of the Semester
Date
Department Chairperson/Designee’s Printed Name
Advisor’s Signature
Date
Advisor’s Printed Name
Dean/Director/Designee’s Signature
Date
Dean/Director/Designee’s Printed Name
Repeat the Course for Audit
Repeat the Course for a Grade
Pass/Non-pass Options (undergraduates only)
“U” Option
Raise Total Registration Maximum to _____ Credits.
Drop the Course [Last Date of Attendance: _________ ]
Instructor’s Signature
Date
Instructors Printed Name and OSU ID
Advisor’s Signature
Date
Advisor’s Printed Name
Dean/Director/Designee’s Signature
Date
Dean/Director/Designee’s Printed Name
Special Processing
Notes
Initials
Date
Revised: 12/09/2014
To return this form:
Take this form to your college office for appropriate action. For a complete list of Colleges and Schools visit:
osu.edu/academics/a-z.html.
Ohio State ATI
PETITION TO SUBSTITUTE A REQUIRED COURSE
https://ati.osu.edu/sites/ati/files/site-library/site-
documents/Academic_Affairs/Petition_to_Substitute_a_Required_Course.pdf
Name: OSU ID Number:
Mailing Address: City, State, Zip:
Major Specialization (if applicable):
2
nd
Major: (if applicable) Specialization (if applicable):
When requesting a change or substitution of requirements in your major, first confer with your faculty advisor. If your
faculty advisor believes the change is academically necessary or advisable, this form should be filled out and left with
your advisor for action. Your advisor will then send the form to the Division Chairperson, who will forward it to the
Office of Academic Affairs.
for
Substitution Course (i.e. Bus Tec 2240T) Cr Hrs Required Course (i.e. Bus Tec 2241T) Cr Hrs
Substitution/New Course Title Required/Old Course Title
academic reason(s)/justification for the request/substitution:
Student Signature: Date:
Approved Disapproved
Faculty Advisor Signature Date
Approved Disapproved
Program Coordinator Signature Date
Approved Disapproved
Division Chairperson Signature Date
Approved Disapproved
Assistant Director for Academic Affairs Date
If disapproved please give reason/justification:
Distribute: Student file (Original) / Student / Advisor
Entered DARS: Initials: Revised 12/14