Squid are cephalopods of the order Teuthida, which comprises around 304 species. Like all other cephalopods, squid have a distinct head, bilateral symmetry, a mantle, and arms. Squid, like cuttlefish, have eight arms arranged in pairs and two, usually longer, tentacles. Squid are strong swimmers and certain species can fly for short distances out of the water.
1 The summer semester is 10 weeks long with two 5-week mini-mesters offered as well. 2  Some courses are only available in a 10-week format. 3  The classes are accelerated and cover the same amount of content as the 16-week classes.
How long is a semester? Fall and spring semesters are 16 weeks long. A very limited number of courses are offered in an 8-week âmini-mesterâ format, either during the first eight weeks or the second eight weeks of the semester. Important note: mini-mester courses are fast-paced and cover the same amount of material as the 16-week courses.