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CLASSES, SPECIALIZATIONS, AND COURSE CATALOG
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THE PATH TO GRADUATION
To become eligible to take the SeeD exam and graduate from Garden, a cadet must:
- Complete all compulsory classes
- Complete all elective classes necessary to qualify for one or more specializations
- Finish at least four Trimesters (12 months of instruction with roughly 4 holiday breaks)
- Be at least fifteen years old
Classes last a Trimester (3 months total instruction time) each. After graduation, SeeDs are allowed to audit classes, or attend without being graded so that they may learn new things or freshen up on old knowledge. SeeDs may audit as many or as few classes as they wish, though obviously Instructors cannot audit a class at the same time as the one they teach.
For simplicity's sake, each class will be available in every time slot. Players may arrange their characters classes around as they see fit.Compulsory Classes
Required for graduation. Compulsory classes are each an hour and a half long, and cadets are required to take six per trimester.
Elective Classes
In additional to compulsory courses, each major has a list of required electives and a number of free electives which must be completed to graduate with a cadet's chosen specialization. Electives are one hour each. Cadets must take a minimum of three and a maximum of six electives per trimester, though they are free to take however many total number of electives they so desire during their education in Garden.
Remedial Classes
Classes for Cadets or staff members that are found lacking in certain areas. Remedial classes cannot be credited as free electives, and are the only classes open to non-Cadets and SeeD.
SPECIALIZATIONS
In additional to compulsory courses, each major has a list of required electives and a number of free electives which must be completed to graduate with a cadet's chosen specialization. Electives are one hour each. Cadets must take a minimum of three and a maximum of six electives per trimester, though they are free to take however many total number of electives they so desire during their education in Garden.
A Cadet must choose a major and complete the required courses for graduation. Level 1 refers to students in their first trimester. Level 2 refers to students in their second trimester and however many after that they must take until graduation. Level 3 refers to SeeD graduates.
After choosing a major they are then assigned to their respective platoon and their full operating title will henceforth be "Cadet ID#00000 (Operative Title), ### Platoon, Level #". For example, Weapon Specialist Operative Platoons: Bladed Weapons, Firearms, Blunt Weapons, Martial Arts; Magic Operative Platoons: Attack, Medic, Indirect. Non-combat majors do not have platoons.
Therefore, Cadet #40054 who wants to specialize in Bladed Weapons but is still in his first year would refer to himself as "Cadet ID#40054 Weapon Specialist Operative, Bladed Weapon Platoon, Level 1". Whereas SeeD #10496 who has already graduated as a Recovery magic specialist would refer to himself as "SeeD #10496Magic Operative, Medic Platoon, Level 3". A non-combat major removes the platoon element, for example, "Computer Science Operative".
Cadets may major in as many specializations as they desire, though they should be aware that with the additional classes there will be a high possibility that their graduation will be delayed up to one trimester. Also, free electives would not need to be combined-- as long as cadets fulfill the required electives of both specializations, they will only need to complete the greater number of required free electives (eg. a double with a Weapons specialization must complete eight).
Double or triple majors are referred to with both their majors, eg. "Piloting and Para-Magic Specialist Operative, Attack Platoon". Cadets with more than three majors must select three majors to be identified by.
Specializations have advisers who know the course material for their specialization and are trained to help Cadets figure out their course selection and the path Cadets may take. Cadets may approach them for help and advice on their specializations. (OOC-ly, you may sign up your SeeD character as a specialization adviser on this post.) It can be assumed that specializations without listed advisers have NPC advisers available.
List of Specializations
(WEP-?) WEAPON SPECIALIST
Weapons specialists choose to concentrate on one weapon of their choice. They will be required to take one intermediate para-magics course, but otherwise they prefer the more physical aspect of battle whether it be close combat or long range weaponry.(WEP-S) Weapons Specialist: Bladed Weapons
- Required electives: WTR 201, WTR 202, TAC 101, + One intermediate para-magic elective of their choice + Eight free electives
- Advisers: Gakupo Kamui
(WEP-F) Weapons Specialist: Firearms and Projectiles
- Required electives: WTR 301, WTR 302, TAC 101, + One intermediate para-magic elective of their choice + Eight free electives
(WEP-B) Weapons Specialist: Blunt Weapons
- Required electives: WTR 401, WTR 402, TAC 101, + One intermediate para-magic elective of their choice
(WEP-H) Weapons Specialist: Martial Arts
- Required electives: WTR 501, WTR 502, TAC 101, + One intermediate para-magic elective of their choice + Eight free electives
(MAG-SP) Para-Magic Specialist
Para-Magic specialists will have intermediate training in all three aspects of magic, though they will choose only one to be their concentration. They will be the magic support to the party, acting as both offense and defense.
- Required electives: MAG 201, MAG 301, MAG 401, + One intermediate weapons training elective of their choice, + One advanced para-magic elective of their choice + Seven free electives
- Advisers: Gakupo Kamui (indirect)
(INTB) International Business
Cadets majoring in International Business will act as liaison between Garden and the hiring party. Charisma and negotiating skills are a must.
- Required electives: CUL 101, ECO 101, INT 101, PSI 101, SOC 101, + One intermediate weapons training or intermediate para-magic elective + Six free electives
(INTEL) Intelligence
Intelligence majors are the brains behind the missions. They are the individuals who will oversee operations from afar, feeding the field team with information from both sides of the party.
- Required electives: PSI 101, PSY 101, INF 101, TAC 101, INTL 101, + One intermediate weapons training or intermediate para-magic elective + Six free electives
(COV-OP) Covert Operations
Covert operatives specialize in undercover missions. During their education in Garden, they will learn the ways of the world and how to integrate themselves into any situation and setting. Those who are exceptionally skilled at deception as well as reading body language would be most suitable for this major.
- Required electives: COV 101, PSY 101, INTL 101, SOC 101, TAC 101, CUL 101, + One intermediate weapons training or intermediate para-magic elective + Six free electives
(PLT) Piloting
Pilots will be trained in understanding the mechanics of both ground and air vehicles, and will also exercise proficiency in manouvering and piloting all means of transportation.
- Required electives: ENG 101, AERO 101, AERO 102, INTN 102, + One intermediate weapons training or intermediate para-magic elective + Six free electives
(BATT-MED) Battlefield Medicine
This major focuses on the more traditional means of medicine out on the battlefield. While they will be expected to specialize in recovery para-magic, they will also have the skills to perform surgeries and other advanced medical procedures for wounds and injuries which need immediate tending to when an infirmary is not accessible.
- Required electives: MAG 201, MAG 202, ANAT 101, SED 101, INTN 101, + One intermediate weapons training or intermediate para-magic elective + Six free electives
(COMPSCI) Computer Science
Computer science majors are trained in various computer programming languages. They will learn how to code, debug, encrypt, and hack.
- Required electives: STAT 101, INF 101, ENG 101, CS 101, CS 102, + One intermediate weapons training or intermediate para-magic elective + Six free electives
- Advisers: Grell Sutcliff
COMPULSORY CLASS LIST
- (COD 101) Garden Code
- Introductory course to the rules and regulations of Garden
- (CBT 101) Cadet Basic Training
- Military etiquette class.
- (CFT 101) Cadet Field Training
- Field etiquette class
- (MOV 101) Military Movement (Applied Gymnastics)
- Practice and exercise physical flexibility.
- (DEF 101) Self Defense
- Basic weaponless self defense
- (PMGF 101) Intro to Para-Magic & Guardian Forces
- Introduces Guardian Forces and Para-Magics. Introduces the concept of Drawing, the abilities which GFs possess, as well as how to acquire the summons and increase compatibility.
- (MAG 101) Intro to Attack, Recovery and Indirect Magic
- Introduction to specific para-magics. Spells which will be utilized include Fire, Blizzard, Thunder, Cure, Life, Protect, Shell, Scan, Sleep, Silence
- (WTR 101) Intro to Weapons Training
- Introduction to weaponry. Cadets will experiment with a variety of weapons before deciding which one is most suitable for their fighting style and personality.
- (IWB 101) Intro to World Bestiary
- Introductory course to the monsters will inhabit the world. In depth explanation of strengths, weaknesses, and strategies in defeating the fiends.
- (LBT 101) Limit Break Theory
- Students will research limit breaks and learn about the origins of their individual strengths. Instructor will work with each cadet to discover their individual limit breaks.
- (REC 101) First Aid
- Introduction to first aid. Students will become CPR certified through this course.
- (SUV 101) Survival Skills
- Course which focuses on surviving in harsh conditions with limited supplies. A field trip will take place each trimester.
- (DRIV 101) Defensive Driving
- In addition to acquiring a drivers license of a cadet does not already possess one, students will also learn to maneuver vehicles efficiently in emergency. Must be 16 years or older to enroll. Younger cadets who fulfill their other graduation requirements before the age of 16 will be exempt from this class.
- (MAT 101) Mathematics
- Basic mathematics which covers pre-calculus to calculus. Must have basic knowledge in algebra.
- (CHM 101) Chemistry
- A course which focuses on composition, behavior, structure and properties of matter and the changes it undergoes.
- (PHY 101) Physics
- Focuses on the movement of matter through space-time, as well as the concepts of energy and force.
- (BIO 101) Biology · Instructor(s): Namur (T/Th)
- Focuses on the study of life and living organisms.
- (GEO 101) World Geography
- Focuses on the physical geography of the world.
- (HIS 101) World History
- A class which recounts the history of the world. Focuses primarily on the first Sorceress War.
- (LEA 101) Leadership Development · Instructor(s): Thatch (T/Th)
- Practice of teamwork and leadership skills and the ability to delegate orders efficiently.
- (SPC 101) Speech & Conduct
- Practice in public speaking as well as professional mannerisms.
- (LAN 101) Foreign Language
- Study of a foreign language. The language taught cycles through Old Galbadian (Spanish equivalent), Old Dollet (French equivalent), Old Shumi (Japanese equivalent), Old Trabian (German equivalent), Old Estharian (Russian equivalent), and Old Centran (Latin equivalent), changing every trimester.
- (CRIM 101) Criminal Justice
- A course which analyzes the justice system and the social control, deterring and mitigating of crimes.
- (DAN 101) Ballroom Dancing
- The basics to ballroom dancing. Styles of dance covered include: waltz, tango, foxtrot, samba.
ELECTIVE CLASS LIST
- (WTR 201) Intermediate Weapons Training: Bladed Weapons
- Pre-requisites: CFT 101, WTR 101
Focus on bladed weapons, eg. sabers, axes, swords, gunblades, spears, whips - (WTR 301) Intermediate Weapons Training: Firearms and Projectiles
- Pre-requisites: CFT 101, WTR 101
Focus on firearms and projectiles, eg. rifles, handguns, pinwheels, throwing stars, throwing knives - (WTR 401) Intermediate Weapons Training: Blunt Weapons
- Pre-requisites: CFT 101, WTR 101
Focus on blunt weapons, eg. nunchakus, poles, maces, staffs - (WTR 501) Intermediate Weapons Training: Martial Arts · Instructor(s): Espio the Chameleon (T/Th)
- Pre-requisites: MOV 101, DEF 101
Focus on martial arts. Various forms of hand-to-hand combat will be practiced. - (WTR 202) Advanced Weapons Training: Bladed Weapons
- Pre-requisites: WTR 201
Focus on bladed weapons training in combination with magic junctioning. - (WTR 302) Advanced Weapons Training: Firearms and Projectiles
- Pre-requisites: WTR 301
Focus on firearms or projectiles in combination with magic junctioning. - (WTR 402) Advanced Weapons Training: Blunt Weapons
- Pre-requisites: WTR 401
Focus on blunt weapons in combination with magic junctioning. - (WTR 502) Advanced Weapons Training: Martial Arts · Instructor(s): Espio the Chameleon (M/W/F)
- Pre-requisites: WTR 501
Focus on martial arts in combination with magic junctioning. - (MAG 201) Intermediate Recovery Magic
- Pre-requisites: PMGF 101, MAG 101
Intemediate recovery magic. Spells learned: Cura, Esuna, Regen - (MAG 301) Intermediate Attack Magic
- Pre-requisites: PMGF 101, MAG 101
Intermediate attack magic. Spells learned: Fira, Blizzara, Thundara, Water, Aero, Tornado - (MAG 401) Intermediate Indirect Magic
- Pre-requisites: PMGF 101, MAG 101
Intermediate indirect magic. Spells learned: Reflect, Dispel, Confuse, Blind, Slow, Stop, Haste, Double, Demi - (MAG 202) Advanced Recovery Magic
- Pre-requisites: MAG 201
Advanced recovery magic. Spells learned: Full-Cure, Full-Life, Aura, Curaga - (MAG 302) Advanced Attack Magic
- Pre-requisites: MAG 301
Advanced attack magic. Spells learned: Firaga, Blizzaga, Thundaga, Beserk, Ultima, Meteor, Flare, Holy - (MAG 402) Advanced Indirect Magic
- Pre-requisites: MAG 401
Advanced indirect magic. Spells learned: Meltdown, Zombie, Break, Death, Pain, Float, Triple - (COV 101) Covert Operations
- Ethics and instruction in stealth and various types of covert operations.
- (CUL 101) Cultural Studies
- Explores the different cultures of the world.
- (PSI 101) Political Science
- Theory of politics and the analysis of political systems of the world.
- (INT 101) International Relations
- Focuses on the study of foreign affairs and global issues in combination with current events.
- (ECO 101) Economics
- The study of the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
- (PHI 101) Philosophy
- Analyzing topics including existence, knowledge, value, morals, reason, mind and language.
- (PSY 101) Psychology
- The study of the human mind and behaviors.
- (SOC 101) Sociology
- A class which focuses on human interaction in social situations.
- (TAC 101) Tactical Strategy · Instructor(s): Thatch (T/Th)
- Course which focuses on strategical decision making on the field for both offensive and defensive purposes.
- (INTL 101) International Law
- Analysis of laws which govern the various nations of the world.
- (ISL 101) Independent Study: Languages
- Elective for those who require a course on specific languages such as Braille and Sign Language. Other languages must be proposed to the head of faculty before further consideration.
- (HEC 101) Home Economics · Instructor(s): Mr. Champloo (T/Th), Pinkie Pie (M/W/F)
- A class where students focus on topics such as consumer education and the management of home and community. Class will include cooking and sewing lessons as well as group projects.
- (PET 101) Pet Pals
- Course that focuses on the utilization of animals on the battlefield. This will cover pet care, training, and aid to make sure the safety of both pets and cadets. Students ideally must have a pet, but Instructors will work with students who wish to take the class, but don't have a pet.
- (ITM 101) Item Crafting
- Theory and practice of creating restoratives, curatives, and support items.
- (INF 101) Information Technology
- A course which focuses on the study, design, implementation, support and management of information systems.
- (ENG 101) Engineering
- This class focuses on the design of structures, machines, devices, systems and processes through a mathematical and scientific approach.
- (EXPL 101) Explosives
- Pre-requisites: CHM 101
Applications and construction of various types of explosives. - (STAT 101) Statistics
- Branch of math which deals with quantitative decision making. Includes summarizing data, probability, random bariables, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and regression.
- (ACCT 101) Accounting
- Focuses on the business aspect of dealing with money, such as accounting concepts and principles used by business managers and investors.
- (CS 101) Programming Fundamentals
- Basics in Java and C++. Topics include: Primitive data types, variables, primitive operations, methods/functions, arrays, debugging.
- (CS 102) Advanced Programming
- Pre-requisites: CS 101
Advanced Java and C++. Topics include: File input/output, Stream classes, primitive data structures, linked lists, stacks, quetes, binary trees. - (AERO 101) Aerodynamics
- Pre-requisites: PHY 101
Study of moving objects and their interaction with the motion of air. - (AERO 201) Aerospace
- Pre-requisites: PHY 101, AERO 101
Study of the world and the space surrounding it, as well as the design, manufacturing and operation of vehicle that navigates through air and space. - (SED 101) Status Effects and Disease
- Pre-requisites: BIO 101
Course which teaches the effects of status effect magic and the consequences on the body if exposure is prolonged. - (ANAT 101) Anatomy
- Pre-requisites: BIO 101
Focuses on the human anatomy and how the body works. - (INTN 101) Intern: Battlefield Medicine
- Pre-requisites: SED 101, ANAT 101
Battlefield medicine majors must intern with Dr. Kadowaki for one trimester. During the internship, cadets will learn basic medical procedures and help tend cadets in the infirmary. - (INTN 102) Intern: Piloting
- Pre-requisites: AERO 101, AERO 102
All piloting majors are required to intern with Pilot Nida for one trimester. During the internship, they will learn how to fly Balamb Garden and Garden's airships, the Ragnarok and the Chaotix. - (ART 101) Art & Music Appreciation
- Topics range from learning sheet music to practicing instruments.
- (ART 102) Studio Art
- Still life and figure drawing in mediums ranging from charcoal to oil paints.
- (ART 103) Photography
- Digital photography. Cameras will be provided for the class.
- (FLM 101) Theater & Film Appreciation
- Cadets will view a movie per class and analyze both the technical and artistic aspects of the film.
- (CLI 101) Composition and Literature
- Analysis of classical literature.
- (DRA 101) Drama
- Cadets learn the basics to acting, and will produce a play at the end of the trimester.
- (TAIL 101) Tailoring
- The basics of tailoring and creating patterns and clothing.
- (SWM 101) Swimming
- For all skill levels. Beginner swimmers will learn the basic strokes while advanced swimmers will build up both their speed and endurance in the water.
- (BOX 101) Boxing
- An elective where quick reflexes and fancy footwork are tested to the extreme.
- (AER 101) Aerobic Fitness
- Aerobic fitness is an elective for those who wish to keep in shape through exercises which enhance airflow through the body.
- (ROC 101) Rock Climbing
- Students learn to endure rough terrain in the form of an artificial rockclimbing wall. There will be a fieldtrip where cadets will be taken a location where they will test their skills at the end of the course.
REMEDIAL CLASS LIST
- (ESL 097) Basic Principles of English: an Introduction (full week course) · Instructor(s): Mikuru Asahina
- Restrictions: Students enrolled in or who have taken ESL 097 may not enroll in ESL 098.
Beginners' English for those who do not speak the language natively. A full week rather than half week course teaching the same material as ESL 098 but more slowly. - (ESL 098) Basic Principles of English: an Introduction
- Restrictions: Students enrolled in or who have taken ESL 098 may not enroll in ESL 097.
Beginners' English for those who do not speak the language natively. - (ESL 099) Understanding, Speaking and Writing English
- Pre-requisites: ESL 097 or 098, or an acceptable grade in a written and spoken pre-assessment.
Secondary beginners course which focuses on the understanding of grammatical structures and spelling of English. - (MAT 099) Mathematics
- Remedial mathematics covers topics from algebra to geometry.
- (MKP 099) Makeup Courses
- Make up courses for any class missed.
WEEKDAY SCHEDULE
(Classes run either on a M/W/F or T/Th schedule)
| [0800-0930] | COMPULSORY CLASS |
| [0930-1100] | COMPULSORY CLASS |
| [1100-1230] | COMPULSORY CLASS |
| [1230-1400] | Lunch |
| [1400-1500] | ELECTIVE |
| [1500-1600] | ELECTIVE |
| [1600-1700] | ELECTIVE/REMEDIAL |
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
| [0800] | ELECTIVE/REMEDIAL |
| [0900] | ELECTIVE/REMEDIAL |
| [1000] | MAKEUP COURSE |
| [1100] | MAKEUP COURSE |
| [1200 - 1330] | Lunch |
| [1330] | MAKEUP COURSE |
| [1430] | MAKEUP COURSE |
| [1530] | MAKEUP COURSE |
| [1630] | MAKEUP COURSE |
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