course credits
Class completion points
Course credits are units measuring academic progress toward a degree or certificate.
Each course carries a credit value based on instruction hours and workload—a typical semester course might be worth three credits.
Students accumulate credits to meet graduation requirements: She needs twelve more credits to finish her degree.
Credits can sometimes transfer between institutions.
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Record of who's present
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