Learning That Fits Your Life
Attend class in person, virtually or a combination of both
If you're like most college students, life is pretty busy and unpredictable.
Different course delivery methods offer unique learning experiences. What works well for one student may work less effectively for another. PBSC understands and wants to make your college experience stress-free and offers several ways to take classes depending on your needs.
See below for explanations of each course delivery mode available.
to physically attend class on campus
Fully Online Courses
Online courses allow you to complete degree requirements while juggling work and/or family responsibilities. These interactive courses feature structured online learning activities. Most online courses require no time on campus, but some require on-campus meetings for orientation, proctored tests, or group work.
Classes do not require real-time interaction and course content is available online to access when it best suits your schedule. You must have access to an Internet connected computer with a camera.
Live Online Courses
Live Online courses require no physical classroom meetings. Courses are held on set days/times for online lectures and interactions. Instruction/information will be transmitted through electronic delivery methods (i.e., Zoom lectures & meetings, Microsoft Teams remote labs, video conferencing, chats, collaborations, or social learning technologies)
This class is a real-time virtual course. Your class will meet online during designated times as listed on your class schedule. You must have access to an Internet connected computer with a camera.
to physically attend class on campus
Hybrid Courses
50% On Campus | 50% Online
Hybrid courses are a good choice for you if you enjoy both online and on-campus learning. They blend traditional face-to-face instruction with web-based learning, allowing you to take advantage of the best features of both forms of instruction. Attendance is split 50-50 between the classroom and online.
This class is a combination of in-class meetings and online instructional content. Your class will meet during designated times as listed on your class schedule. You must have access to an Internet connected computer.
Face to Face (Classroom) Courses
Face to Face courses are traditional, on-campus courses that use an online component to augment or enhance the classroom learning experience. These courses require regular on-campus meetings.
PBSC continues to follow COVID-19 guidelines from local and state health departments. Your safety remains a top priority.
This class contains an online component that supplements the in-class meetings. You must have access to an Internet connected computer.
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Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Friday: Closed
