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Accelerate
Attend class by completing required online activities by published weekly deadlines. The Accelerate Pathway is cohort-based with a prescribed set of courses that must be taken in order, and students can complete a degree in two years, taking one class at a time Division approval is required for all Accelerate Pathway courses.Look for Course Section Number that begin with XL
Example: ITE 152 XL31
Class Format: Virtual
Flex: Chester
Switch between attending classes on campus at Chester, through Zoom, and/or virtually (must complete required assignments when attending virtually).Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with CF
Example: ITE 152 CF31
Class Format: Chester, Virtual, Zoom
Flex: Midlothian
Switch between attending classes on campus at Midlothian, through Zoom, and/or virtually (must complete required assignments when attending virtually).Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with MF
Example: ITE 152 MF61
Class Format: Midlothian, Virtual, Zoom
Flex Hybrid: Chester
These courses include some scheduled face-to-face meetings on specific days and times, and you have the option to attend those meetings in person at the Chester Campus, through Zoom and/or virtually (asynchronously). You must also complete required online activities by published weekly deadlines.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with CFH
Example: ITE 152 CFH1
Class Format: Chester, Virtual, Zoom
Flex Hybrid: Midlothian
These courses include some scheduled face-to-face meetings on specific days and times, and you have the option to attend those meetings in person at the Midlothian Campus, through Zoom and/or virtually (asynchronously). You must also complete required online activities by published weekly deadlines.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with MFH
Example: ITE 152 MFH4
Class Format: Midlothian, Virtual, Zoom
Hybrid: On Campus Chester and Virtual
Attend in-person classes on specified days and times on the Chester Campus and complete required online assignments by published weekly deadlines.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with CA
Example: BUS 100 CA51
Class Format: Chester
Hybrid: On Campus Chester or Zoom and Virtual
Classes include some scheduled face-to-face meetings on specific days and times, and you can choose to attend on the Chester Campus or through Zoom. Switch between coming to campus or joining through Zoom throughout the semester. These courses also include required online assignments that must be completed by published weekly deadlines.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with CZH
Example: ACC 211 CZH4
Class Format: Chester, Zoom
Hybrid: On Campus Midlothian and Virtual
Attend in-person classes on specified days and times on the Midlothian Campus and complete required online assignments by published weekly deadlines.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with MA
Example: BUS 100 MA91
Class Format: Midlothian
Hybrid: On Campus Midlothian or Zoom and Virtual
These courses include some scheduled face-to-face meetings on specific days and times, and you can choose to attend on the Midlothian Campus or through Zoom. Switch between coming to campus or joining through Zoom throughout the semester. These courses also include required online assignments that must be completed by published weekly deadlines.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with MZH
Example: ACC 211 MZH8
Class Format: Midlothian, Zoom
Hybrid: Zoom and Virtual
These courses include some classes that meet on Zoom on specific dates and times. You are also required to complete online assignments by published weekly deadlines.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with ZA
Example: HLT 230 ZA91
Class Format: Zoom
On Campus: Chester
Classes meet in person on the Chester Campus on the specified days and times.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with C
Example: ENG 111 C01
Class Format: Chester
On Campus: Midlothian
Classes meet in person on the Midlothian Campus on the specified days and times.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with M
Example: ENG 111 M21
Class Format: Midlothian
On Campus or Zoom: Chester
Class have scheduled meeting days and times, and you can choose to attend the class either on the Chester Campus or through Zoom. Switch between these attendance options throughout the semester.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with CZ
Example: ACC 211 CZ01
Class Format: Chester, Zoom
On Campus or Zoom: Midlothian
Class have scheduled meeting days and times, and you can choose to attend the class either on the Midlothian Campus or through Zoom. Switch between these attendance options throughout the semester.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with MZ
Example: ACC 211 MZ21
Class Format: Midlothian, Zoom
Virtual
Classes are online and have no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Students are required to complete online assignments by published weekly deadlines. Reliable internet access is required.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with A
Example: ITE 152 A61
Class Format: Virtual
Zoom
Classes have required meetings on specific days and times over Zoom. Attend this class from anywhere using a Zoom-capable device. Reliable internet access is required.Look for Course Section Numbers that begin with Z
Example: HLT 230 Z31
Class Format: Zoom -
Asynchronous: Class is not held at specific times. If a class is described as asynchronous, that means it is online and you do not have set meeting dates. These classes provide students with flexibility and require good time management skills, as you will have to complete assignments by scheduled due dates.
Bimodal: Classes that give you a choice. Bimodal courses are taught on specific days at specific times, however, it is up to you to decide if you want to attend that class by going to the designated campus or through Zoom. You can choose either option throughout the semester.
Canvas: Canvas is the learning platform, you’ll log into online to access class information, coursework, assignments and more.
Flex: All or part of the class is set up so you can switch how you attend throughout the semester. Decide to attend in person at the noted campus or through Zoom on set dates and times, and/or you can opt to participate in class virtually (asynchronously).
Follet Access Program: If you enroll in courses that are noted as part of the Follett Access Program (formerly called IncludED), you are automatically billed for these course materials upon registration. You will receive information through your student email on how you can opt out of this program.
Hybrid: Classes that combine different instructional formats. These classes provide students with the opportunity to spend some time interacting with their instructors and classmates in person on campus or through Zoom and also experience part of their class online through asynchronous learning.
myBrightpoint: A single log-in portal that allows students to sign in once and access a variety of services, such as their college email, Navigate, SIS, Canvas, and more. A button for myBrightpoint may be found at the top of our website.
Navigate: A technology tool that students can use to set up appointments with their advisors and support services staff; plan their semesters; register for classes; and visualize their academic progress.
OER: Refers to Open Educational Resources (OER). Class notes that refer to OER usually have low to no textbook costs.
SIS: Refers to the college's Student Information System (SIS). Students utilize this system to register for classes, monitor their financial aid status, check their grades, pay their tuition and more. Students can access SIS through myBrightpoint.
Synchronous: Classes occur in real time. If a class is described as synchronous, that means you will be expected to attend that class, whether in person on campus or online through Zoom, on specific days and at specific times.
Zoom: Zoom is the web-based audio and video conferencing platform that operates as an online classroom, where you get to see and talk to your instructor and classmates. Classes that use Zoom are held in real time, on specific days, at specific times (synchronously).
Class Schedule
Need help understanding the new formats? Descriptions are below.
Class Registration is Underway!
You can now sign up for Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 classes.
Here to Help You Succeed
To help make college work for you, Brightpoint offers flexible class formats and the option to plan ahead for future semesters. Here's how:
Register for Multiple Semesters
Sign up for multiple semesters at one time, and lock in your path to graduation now. Planning ahead can help you design a pathway to completing your goals while allowing you to create a schedule that fits into your life.
Focus on Fewer Classes at a Time
During the fall and spring semesters, two 7-Week Sessions will be offered with a wide variety of course offerings. Signing up for two or more classes in each of those sessions allows you to focus on fewer classes at once, while still giving you the opportunity to be full-time (12 or more credits per semester). If you need to remain a part-time student, that’s okay. You can still double your course load per semester, which can help you complete faster. Looking for 7-Week class options in SIS? Search under hybrid. See 7-Week session frequently asked questions.
Winter Mini Session
With our online Winter Mini Session that runs December 18 - January 12, you can focus on one class and complete it in less than a month. To see the the Winter Mini Session options, select "mini session" from the Spring 2024 "Session" drop-down menu on the schedule of classes. Or, check out this quick guide.
Classes at Fort-Gregg Adams
To better serve our military-connected community members at Fort Gregg-Adams, Brightpoint is offering classes for our Business Entrepreneurship career studies certificate (CSC) and Cloud Computing CSC on base. The courses are only open to those who have access to the base and are not listed in the schedule of classes. See the course options for Fall 2023-Summer 2024 and contact Mike Murphy, Veritas Veterans Liaison at mmurphy@brightpoint.edu and 804-706-5031 to register.
Flexible Course Options
To help you fit college in to your busy schedule, Brightpoint offers a variety of course formats, also known as course modalities. Class formats include on campus, Zoom, online or a combination of these options. And, some class formats allow you to switch how you attend a class throughout the semester.
When reviewing the schedules, look at the course section numbers and notes for important information on how a class will be taught. Not sure what a word or phrase means? Check out our “What does that mean?” section below. A list of course format options by semester is listed below.
Ready to Get Started?
New to Brightpoint? Complete our Application for Admission, and then a new student navigator will contact you to guide you through the registration process.
Already a Brightpoint Student? We encourage you to set up an appointment in Navigate with your faculty advisor. If you haven't declared a major, reach out to the Help Hub for assistance.
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- Academic calendar
- Applying to and getting started at Brightpoint
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- College Catalog and Student Handbook
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- Exam Schedule
- Majors
- Tuition and fees
Questions?
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