PURPOSE/CHARTER
The purpose of this policy is to ensure equity, transparency, and compliance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3345.45, as amended by Senate Bill 1 (2025), in defining and managing faculty workload expectations. This policy aligns institutional practices with federal and state regulations and ensures that faculty are supported in achieving excellence in instruction, service, and scholarly engagement.
POLICY
A full-time faculty workload is defined as 15 credit hours per semester, in alignment with federal definitions under 34 C.F.R. 600.2. Workload includes a combination of teaching, preparation, service, and professional activities, expressed through credit hour equivalents (CHEs).
Standard Faculty Workload Breakdown:
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Activity
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Weekly Hours
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Credit Hour Equivalent (CHE)
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Description
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Teaching
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15 hours
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15 CHE
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One credit hour = one contact hour per week over a 16-week semester
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Class Preparation & Grading
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15 hours
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Estimated at 1:1 ratio with teaching load
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Office & Common Hours
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7 hours
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Includes student advising, and availability for college service
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Assessment, Professional Development, Research
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3 hours
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Includes curriculum development, assessment of learning, training, and scholarly activity
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Administrative Duties (if applicable)
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Variable
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Variable
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Assigned based on role; teaching load adjusted accordingly
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Administrative Reassignments:
Faculty assigned administrative responsibilities (e.g., program directors) will receive workload adjustments expressed in CHEs to account for time dedicated to administrative duties.
Tenure Pathways:
Zane State College does not offer tenure to its faculty.
SCOPE/POLICY GUIDELINES
This policy applies to all full-time instructional faculty at Zane State College. Part-time faculty are assigned workloads based on credit hours taught and are not governed by the full CHE model. Administrative roles affecting faculty load must follow this policy to ensure fair, consistent application across divisions.
NON-COMPLIANCE
Failure to adhere to this policy may result in the following corrective actions, depending on the severity and nature of non-compliance:
- Oral and/or written warning
- Reassignment of duties
- Probation, suspension, or termination of employment
- Legal action in accordance with applicable laws and contractual agreements
POLICY APPROVAL
I have read and understand the Zane State College Faculty Workload Policy. I understand that if I violate the rules explained herein, I may face legal or disciplinary action according to applicable laws or company policy.
