BRACU Launchpad - User Manual

Verified & Updated for Spring 2026 Semester

Welcome to BRACU Launchpad, your all-in-one companion for managing your academic life at BRAC University. This manual guides you through the various features available in your dashboard.

🚀 Getting Started#

1. Login: Access the platform using your university Google account (g.bracu.ac.bd).
2. Dashboard: Upon login, you will see your Dashboard, which gives you a quick overview of your today's classes, upcoming exams, and quick links to essential tools.

🎓 Advising Tools#

Located under the "Advising" section in the sidebar, these tools help you plan your semester and academic journey.

📅 Course Planner#

Draft your perfect schedule before advising starts.

Course Planner Screenshot

1. Search Courses: Use the search panel on the left to find courses by code (e.g., "CSE110") or name.
   • Filters: Toggle "Available Only" to see sections with empty seats.
   • Sort: Sort results by Section, Available Seats, or Faculty name.
2. Add to Routine: Click the + button on a course card to add it to your plan.
   • The system automatically checks for time conflicts.
   • Visual Grid: Your selected courses appear on the weekly routine grid in the center. Both regular class times and Lab slots are visualized.
3. Exam Routine: Switch tabs above the grid to view the Exam Routine to ensure no exam dates overlap.
4. Save/Download: Click "Save Image" to download a high-quality image of your planned routine.
5. Manage Selection: Use the panel on the right to remove courses or check total credits.

🪑 Seat Status#

View real-time seat availability for all courses.

Seat Status Screenshot

1. Live Interface: Data is fetched live from USIS/Connect.
2. Search: Type in the search bar to filter by Course Code, Faculty, Room, or Day.
3. Filters:
   • Hide Full Sections: Quickly remove sections with 0 seats left.
   • Exclude Faculties: Type faculty initials (comma-separated) to hide specific instructors (e.g., "TBA, ABC").
4. Views: Toggle between Grid View (card style) and List View (compact table).

🔍 Free Slots Finder#

Find empty classrooms or labs for study or relaxation.

Free Slots Finder Screenshot

1. Select Time: Choose a Day and a specific Time Slot (e.g., "08:00 - 09:20") or enter a custom range.
2. Search: Click "Find Empty Rooms".
3. Filter Results: Filter the list by Classrooms (C) or Labs (L).
4. Room Details: Click on any room to verify its full weekly schedule. Green slots indicate free times.

🗺️ Course Sequence#

Visualize your major's path from freshman to senior year.

Course Sequence Screenshot

1. Select Major: Choose between CS and CSE (if applicable).
2. Map View: See a flowchart of courses connected by prerequisite arrows.
   • Solid Lines: Hard Prerequisites (Must complete first).
   • Dashed Lines: Soft Prerequisites/Co-requisites.
3. Grid View: See a semester-by-semester breakdown of standard course loads.
4. Track Progress: Mark courses as "Done" or "In Progress" to see your path light up. (Integration with Degree Tracker).

📝 Degree Tracker (Advising Sheet)#

Keep a digital checklist of your completed courses.

Degree Tracker Screenshot

1. Upload Info: You can upload your grade sheet or manually mark courses.
2. Progress: View a percentage breakdown of your completed credits vs. total required.
3. Categories: Courses are grouped by requirement type (GenEd, Core, Elective, etc.).

📚 Academic Resources#

Access study materials shared by the community and admins.

Resources Page Screenshot

1. Browse: View a list of resources including Class Notes, Past Questions, Books, and more.
2. Filter: Use the category buttons (e.g., Practice Problems, Lecture Slides) to narrow down the list.
3. Search: Find specific resources by course code or title.
4. Contribute:
   • Click "Add Resource".
   • Fill in the form (Link, Course Code, Category).
   • Submit for review. (Resources added by users require Admin verification).

🗓️ Schedule Management#

Your personal class schedule, always accessible.

Schedule Screenshot

1. View: See your active semester's routine in a weekly calendar view.
2. Sync to Google Calendar:
   • Click the Sync to Calendar button.
   • Choose your reminder preference (e.g., "10 minutes before").
   • Your classes will automatically appear on your Google Calendar with room numbers and details.
3. Notes: Click on a class to add personal notes or reminders for that specific session.