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Progress Tracking

The progress tracking system shows how your completed and enrolled courses fulfill degree requirements.

Understanding Your Progress​

Progress Overview​

The main progress page shows:

  • Overall Completion - Percentage of requirements satisfied
  • Requirement Breakdown - Status of each requirement group
  • Course Mapping - How each course applies
  • Remaining Requirements - What you still need

Reading the Progress Display​

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  Neuroscience BS Progress                                    │
│  ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════│
│                                                              │
│  ✓ Core Requirements (3/3)                           100%   │
│    ✓ PSYC 1: Introduction to Psychology                     │
│    ✓ PSYC 6: Introduction to Neuroscience                   │
│    ✓ PSYC 11: Brain & Cognition                            │
│                                                              │
│  ◐ Methods Requirements (1/2)                         50%   │
│    ✓ PSYC 10: Statistics                                    │
│    ○ Research Methods (PSYC 60 or approved alt)             │
│                                                              │
│  ○ Lab Requirement (0/1)                               0%   │
│    ○ Lab course (PSYC 65 or approved)                       │
│                                                              │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Status Icons​

IconMeaning
✓Requirement satisfied (completed)
◐Partially complete or in progress
○Not started or not satisfied
⚠Warning or exception needed

Requirement Groups​

How Groups Work​

Requirements are organized hierarchically:

  1. Degree - The overall program (Neuroscience BS)
  2. Groups - Categories of requirements (Core, Methods)
  3. Rules - Specific requirements within groups

Group Operators​

Groups can require:

  • All - Complete every rule in the group
  • Any N - Complete at least N rules
  • Credits - Earn a minimum number of credits

Example Group​

Distribution Requirements (Complete 3 of 5):
├── Cognitive Psychology (PSYC 21, 22, or 23)
├── Social Psychology (PSYC 31 or 32)
├── Developmental Psychology (PSYC 41 or 42)
├── Clinical Psychology (PSYC 51 or 52)
└── Biopsychology (PSYC 61 or 62)

Course Mapping​

How Courses Apply​

When you complete a course, the system:

  1. Checks if the course matches any requirement rules
  2. Applies the course to the most specific matching rule
  3. Updates the progress for that requirement group

Multiple Applications​

Some courses may satisfy multiple requirements:

  • The system applies to the most specific requirement first
  • You can manually reassign courses in some cases
  • "Double counting" policies vary by degree

Viewing Course Applications​

  1. Click on any completed course
  2. See the "Applies to" section
  3. View alternative applications if available

GPA Tracking​

Overall GPA​

Your cumulative GPA is calculated from:

  • All graded courses at Dartmouth
  • Transfer credits (if applicable)
  • Does not include P/F courses

Major GPA​

The major GPA includes:

  • Courses counting toward major requirements
  • Upper-level electives in the major
  • May differ from overall GPA

GPA Requirements​

Some requirements have GPA minimums:

  • Honors thesis: Usually 3.0+ in major
  • Certain advanced courses: May require 2.0+
  • Latin honors: Based on overall GPA

Credit Counting​

Credit Types​

TypeDescription
EarnedCredits from completed courses
In ProgressCredits from current enrollments
PlannedCredits from future planned courses
TransferCredits from other institutions

Graduation Requirements​

To graduate, you typically need:

  • Minimum 35 course credits
  • Minimum credits in major (varies by program)
  • Residency requirement (courses at Dartmouth)

Exceptions and Overrides​

Petitioning for Exceptions​

Sometimes you need an exception:

  1. A course to count differently than default
  2. A substitution for a required course
  3. A waiver for a requirement

How to Request​

  1. Discuss with your faculty advisor
  2. Complete the petition form
  3. Submit to the department
  4. Wait for approval (usually 1-2 weeks)

Viewing Approved Exceptions​

Exceptions appear in your progress view:

  • Marked with a special icon
  • Shows the approval date and authority
  • Linked to the original requirement

Troubleshooting​

Course Not Appearing​

  • Course may take 24 hours to sync
  • Verify enrollment in the registrar system
  • Contact support for sync issues

Requirement Not Satisfied​

  • Check the specific rule requirements
  • Some rules have additional constraints (grade, term)
  • Consult with your advisor

Incorrect GPA​

  • GPA syncs from official records
  • Recent grades may not be reflected yet
  • Contact registrar for GPA disputes

Comparing to Official Audit​

caution

PBS Knowledge progress tracking is a planning tool, not an official degree audit. Always verify with:

  • Your faculty advisor
  • The official Banner degree audit
  • The PBS department office

The official audit is the authoritative source for:

  • Graduation clearance
  • Financial aid requirements
  • Honors eligibility