Merge branch 'rj-sci/resource-content' into ajp/add-resources-content

Author: AJaccP

content/resources/faqs/are-all-sections-the-same.md

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-title: ""
+title: "Are all sections of a course the same?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "Sections can differ depending on the instructor's grading curriculum and how the class is delivered (location, time, section type)."
 contributors: 
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+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Course Delivery Types
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registration/course-delivery-types/
+  - name: COMP 1405 / 1406 Z Section
+    link: https://ccss.carleton.ca/resources/faqs/comp1405-z-section/
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+---
+While the learning outcomes and core content of a course are the same across all sections, there may be a few minor differences. Different instructors may have different grade breakdowns, assignment and test schedules, and slight differences in the order or focus of the course content.
+
+Other differences between sections may include the [section type](https://carleton.ca/registration/course-delivery-types/) [1] (e.g., in-person vs. online, scheduled vs. unscheduled), class times or their location on campus. 
+
+An exception to this is the [1405/1406 Z section](https://ccss.carleton.ca/resources/faqs/comp1405-z-section/) [2], which covers the same content as other sections but at twice the speed, allowing you to complete both courses within the fall semester.

content/resources/faqs/can-I-take-2000-level-courses-in-first-year.md

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-title: ""
+title: "Can I take 2nd year courses in 1st year?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "2nd year courses can be taken in first year if you meet the requirements listed in the undergrad calendar or with a approved registration override request."
 contributors: 
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+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Year standing
+    link: https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/year-standing/
+  - name: Undergraduate calendar
+    link: https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/
+  - name: Override requests
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registration/override-requests/
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 - 
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+---
+
+Yes, it may be possible to take 2000-level or higher courses if you meet the requirements. Registering for a course depends on prerequisite requirements such as having a passing grade in certain other courses, or meeting a certain [year standing](https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/year-standing/) [1]. You can find these requirements in the course’s description in the [undergraduate calendar](https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/) [2].
+
+It may be possible to submit a [registration override request](https://carleton.ca/registration/override-requests/) [3] to register in a course without meeting the prerequisites; however these requests are reviewed on a case by case basis and are not guaranteed to be approved. 

content/resources/faqs/contact-for-registration-help.md

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-title: ""
+title: "Who should I contact if I need help with registration?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "Contact the academic advisors at [email protected]"
 contributors: 
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+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Registration Guide
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registration/
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+---
+Academic Advisors with the School of Computer Science are your main point of contact for questions about course selection, your degree requirements, reduced course loads, and more. You can reach them at [email protected].
+
+For help with the registration process, check out [this guide](https://carleton.ca/registration/) [1] or contact the Registrar’s Office at [email protected] or call 613-520-3500 during business hours.

content/resources/faqs/course-does-not-have-instructor.md

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-title: ""
+title: "Why are some courses listed without instructors?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "Some courses may not have an instructor assigned yet. This could be updated later, but don't wait for for this to happen before registering."
 contributors: 
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+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Registration Terminology
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registrationterminology/
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 - 
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+---
+It is normal for some courses to be listed without an instructor. 
+
+If it’s a lecture, it may be taught by a contract instructor who hasn’t been assigned yet, or the teaching assignments may not be finalized until closer to the start of the semester.
+If it’s a tutorial, it may be led by a teaching assistant, which is why no instructor is listed.
+
+Make sure you don’t wait for an instructor to be assigned before registering, as courses may fill up by then.

content/resources/faqs/how-many-courses-in-a-semester.md

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-title: ""
+title: "How many courses should I take?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "Average course load is five courses per term, but four courses is also common. Talk to an advisor about the impact of reducing your courseload before making a decision."
 contributors: 
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+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Academic advisor
+    link: https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/
+  - name: Reduced course load
+    link: https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/reduced-course-load-2/
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 - 
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+---
+Generally, the course load for full-time students is 2.5 credits per term (usually 5 courses). However, many students choose to take a reduced course load, for a variety of reasons. Anecdotally, it is fairly common for students to take 2.0 credits or 4 courses per semester to have a lighter workload. 
+
+We recommend that you reach out to an [academic advisor](https://carleton.ca/academicadvising/) [1] to discuss your specific situation before making a decision about how many courses to take. Taking a reduced course load could have an impact on the following: 
+
+- Your status as a full time student 
+- Tuition costs
+- Residence eligibility
+- Scholarship eligibility and government funding (for example OSAP) 
+- Co-op eligibility
+- Visas and study permits (for international students) 
+
+For more information, check out Carleton’s webpage about considering a [reduced course load](https://carleton.ca/awards/cu-description/minimum-required-course-load/) [2]. 

content/resources/faqs/lectures-vs-tutorials.md

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-title: ""
+title: "What is the difference between a lecture and tutorial?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "Lectures are the bulk of the content taught in a course, while tutorials accompany learning via hands-on exercises."
 contributors: 
--  
+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Registration Terminology
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registration/terminology/
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 - 
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+---
+Lectures are the main part of a course where your instructor covers the course material. It is also common for midterms to take place during the lecture time slot.  
+
+Tutorials are additional sessions led by teaching assistants that are meant to supplement your learning, such as with practical exercises or short quizzes. The exact format of a tutorial varies between courses and will be mentioned in the course outline. 
+
+If a course has a tutorial, you must register for both a lecture section as well as an associated tutorial section.  

content/resources/faqs/override-request.md

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-title: ""
+title: "What is an override request?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "An override request is used to ask the School for permission to register in a course you couldn't otherwise."
 contributors: 
--  
+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Override requests
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registrar/registration/override-requests/
+  - name: How to submit an override request
+    link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWo_IGIEpVE
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 - 
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+---
+If you receive any registration warnings or are unable to register for a course, you may submit a [registration override request](https://carleton.ca/registrar/registration/override-requests/) [1] to get permission to register for the course. However, these requests are reviewed on a case by case basis and are not guaranteed to be approved. 
+
+In order to submit an override request, you must first attempt to register and receive an error preventing you from registration. You can then submit a registration override request on Carleton Central. For a step-by-step guide, check out [this video](https://central.carleton.ca/prod/pkg_online_CROS.p_trmsel) [2].

content/resources/faqs/scheduled-vs-unscheduled-courses.md

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-title: ""
+title: "Course Delivery Types"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
 layout: article-question
 summary: ""
 contributors: 
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+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Course Delivery Types
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registration/course-delivery-types/#fall-2025-winter-2026-course-registration-labels
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 - 
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+---
+**Online scheduled**: 
+Lectures are delivered online during specific time slots.
+May or may not provide recordings.
+
+**Online unscheduled**:
+No live lectures. Students watch recorded lectures on their own time.
+
+**Mix of in person and online**:
+A combination of in person and online deliverables.
+In-person activities could include tutorials or tests.
+Online activities could include live classes or recorded lectures.
+
+Make sure to always check the course outline to see how different parts of the course, like lectures, tutorials and tests will be structured.
+
+For more information about different section types, check out [this page](https://carleton.ca/registration/course-delivery-types/#fall-2025-winter-2026-course-registration-labels) [1].

content/resources/faqs/should-I-register-for-both-terms.md

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-title: ""
+title: "Do we register for both Fall and Winter courses?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "Yes, you should register as soon as possible to secure the classes you want."
 contributors: 
--  
+- Riley Lutz 
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Time tickets
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registration/dates/timetickets/
+  - name: Academic dates
+    link: https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/
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 - 
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+---
+Yes, you are strongly encouraged to register for courses for your fall and winter semester courses as soon as your [time ticket](https://carleton.ca/registration/dates/timetickets/) [1] opens. Even if you aren’t sure about which courses you want to take, you should tentatively register in some courses to avoid losing your spot if they fill up. 
+
+It is possible to switch or drop courses up to the first few weeks of each semester. For specific deadlines related to course registration, check out the [academic calendar](https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/) [2]. 

content/resources/faqs/switch-courses-after-registering.md

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-title: ""
+title: "Can I switch courses after registering?"
 date: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 last_updated: 2025-06-16T00:00:00Z
 draft: false
-layout: article-question
-summary: ""
+layout: faq-question
+summary: "Yes, you can switch courses after initially registering. If a course you want to register in is full, join a waitlist or check back later."
 contributors: 
--  
+- Riley Lutz
+- Aditya "Jacc" Padmakar
 sources:
-  - name: 
-    link:
+  - name: Waitlists
+    link: https://carleton.ca/registration/waitlisting/
+  - name: Academic calendar
+    link: https://calendar.carleton.ca/academicyear/
 related:
 - 
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+---
+Yes, it is possible to switch or drop courses up to the first few weeks of each semester. For specific deadlines related to course registration, check out the [academic calendar](https://students.carleton.ca/academic-dates/) [1]. 
+
+If a course is full, you may be able to join a [waitlist](https://carleton.ca/registration/waitlisting/) [2] (if one is available), register for an alternative course in the meantime, and switch into your preferred course later if a spot opens.
+
+It’s also common for students to make changes to their schedules at the start of each semester. We recommend checking back regularly to see if a spot opens up in a course you were interested in that was previously full.