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Bulk Import

Overview​

Import large datasets quickly using CSV files.

Purpose​

Accelerate data entry for initial setup or updates.

Prerequisites​

  • Admin access
  • CSV files with data

Step-by-step Guide​

Importing Courses​

Prepare a CSV file:

name,code,department,hours,type,semester
Calculus I,MATH101,Mathematics,4,lecture,1
Physics I,PHYS101,Physics,3,lecture,1
Programming,CS101,Computer Science,3,lecture,1
  1. Navigate to Courses
  2. Click Import
  3. Select your CSV file
  4. Map columns to fields
  5. Preview and confirm

Importing Rooms​

name,building,capacity,type,equipment
Room 101,Main,30,classroom,projector
Lab A,Science,25,lab,"computers;projector"

Importing Instructors​

name,email,department,title,specializations
John Smith,john@university.edu,Mathematics,Professor,"Calculus;Linear Algebra"
Jane Doe,jane@university.edu,Physics,Lecturer,"Mechanics;Thermodynamics"

Validating Imports​

After import:

  1. Review imported records
  2. Check for errors or warnings
  3. Fix any issues
  4. Confirm import

Best Practices​

  • Validate CSV before import
  • Use consistent naming conventions
  • Import in logical order (departments first)
  • Keep backup of original data

Common Mistakes​

  • Incorrect CSV formatting
  • Missing required fields
  • Duplicate entries
  • Not validating after import