A full load is calculated at eight units which are generally distributed as one unit credits although credit of .5 units may be considered for certain assignments. The general expectation is for four units to be assigned to teaching. Teaching load expectations may be altered according to other load responsibilities, e.g., research, service, advising, outreach, or other pre-approved assignments. The minimal teaching load is one unit, that is, at least one course a year. In addition to the above general fund support, an additional one unit may be obtained through the IRT-LALS research affiliates program.
Faculty members can apply for a one extra research unit on an annual basis.
These applications would be reviewed annually with awards based on scholarly productivity over the past two years or on proposed research activity directed toward the preparation of a major proposal for external funding. There is no limit to the number of years one can apply for or receive the award. Applications would be made in January of the preceding academic year and announced in February in time for department planning for the following academic year. Applications require sign-off of department chair. With these assignments comes an expectation for evidence of scholarship.