This document describes how to log in to CSIS on a UW network or remotely, and covers initial navigation including locating course curriculums and instances.
Log in to CSIS
- Connect to Network or VPN: Before accessing CSIS, ensure your computer is connected to a UW network (UWNet) or Virtual Private Network (VPN).
Remote Access: If logging in remotely from home or on the road, follow the installation instructions for WiscVPN. Once connected, you can access CSIS.
For detailed setup instructions, see WiscVPN GlobalProtect (All OS) - Installing, Updating, Connecting, and Uninstalling.
- Navigate to CSIS: Access CSIS in one of two ways:
- Direct Portal: https://admin.csis.wisc.edu/CSIS-2/
- Go to the Continuing Education KB Homepage.
Figure 1: Continuing Education KB home screen tile grid highlighting the CSIS tile. - Authenticate: Enter your NetID and password, then select Log In.
Initial Navigation in CSIS
Find your desired course. You can filter to find your course by Fiscal Year (FY), Developer/Coordinator, Delivery Type, etc. from the drop-down menus.
You can search with a keyword like "Fundamentals," a curriculum number, or an instance number to find a specific course. After the search term is typed in, click Tab.
Choosing Between Curriculum and Instance Records
After finding your course, decide if you want to enter the curriculum or instance of the course:
- Curriculum: The Curriculum record is the template from which new Program Instances are created. As much information as possible should be added to or updated in the Curriculum record before creating a new program instance.
- Instance: The program instance contains unique information for a specific course offering of a Curriculum.