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COURSES OF STUDY
Academic Regulations
All academic regulations at Birmingham‑Southern
must be observed. In addition, students in the exchange program are
expected to observe the academic regulations of the cooperating institution.
Students must follow Birmingham-Southern’s procedures if they wish to
withdraw from a course. The withdrawal must be done through the Records
Office at Birmingham-Southern according to the deadlines listed in the
academic calendar of the cooperating institution.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES CONSORTIUM
The Marine Environmental Sciences Consortium (MESC) is a public,
non‑profit corporation dedicated to provide marine education, research,
and service to the State of Alabama. Birmingham‑Southern College holds
membership in this Consortium and gives academic credit for the varied
marine science courses and activities available at its facility. This marine
science station is located on Dauphin Island, Alabama, and is fully
equipped for marine study and research along the Alabama gulf coast.
Students interested in receiving academic credit and completing term
projects at MESC should confer with Professor Andy Gannon for approval.
AIR FORCE ROTC
Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps is available to Birmingham-
Southern students through a cooperative program with Samford University.
Air Force ROTC courses are taught on the Samford University campus.
Students enrolling in Aerospace Studies courses must contact the Records
Office to register.
The Air Force ROTC program provides college men and women
the opportunity to compete for and attain a commission as a Second
Lieutenant in the United States Air Force upon graduation from college. The
program is divided into the General Military Course and the Professional
Officer Course. The General Military Course includes the courses offered
during the first two years of the program and is open to all students without
military obligation. This program is designed for first-year and sophomore
students. The Professional Officer Course includes the junior- and senior-
level courses and is restricted to those who meet entry requirements. Air
Force ROTC students gain confidence, leadership training, communications
skills, and an appreciation for the role of the military in contemporary
society.
General Military Course
The General Military Course is open to all students regardless of
qualifications for military service or intent to compete for a commission.
As part of the General Military Course, students examine the basic
organization and structure of the Air Force, appreciate the historical
significance of air power, and apply basic communications skills. Each