Changes in the ICON Direct platform don't happen in real time because multiple separate systems are in play. Each system's database has to be updated and then the next system pulls that information, etc. These systems are also harmonized with other systems throughout campus and scheduled so as to not put a large load on infrastructure at one given time.
Daily Events (Central Time)
Below is a schedule of what and when information is pulled from SIS data and pushed into our LMS on a daily basis.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 00:30 AM | SIS for Unizin Order Tool CSV Generated. Sourced from Data Warehouse, 48 hour delay |
| 03:00 AM | SIS for Unizin Order Tool CSV imported to Order Tool |
| 05:00 AM | Process Unizin Order Feeds for updates. Mon-Sat: Delta Feed, Sun: Full feed (Textbook file generated) |
| 06:00 AM | Textbook File uploaded to MAUI holding tank. New Data Displays on MAUI/MyUI 24 hours later. |
Daily Events Triggered by Course Opt Out Deadlines
Below is a schedule of daily events triggered by course opt out deadlines. Opt out deadlines vary by course. Course-specific information can be found on the Office of the Registrar's website.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 02:00 PM | One week BEFORE Opt-Out deadline: Reminder emails sent to students regarding upcoming charges and opt out process. |
| 03:05 AM | Unizin Final Declined Offer Feed (FDOF) generated one day after Student Choice deadline |
| 03:30 AM | ICON Direct Billing process runs 48 hours after Student Choice deadline. Processing Declined Offers and PSEO students. Charges File is uploaded to MAUI holding tank. Import completed after 24 hours. ICON Direct Charges added to U-Bills after 48 hours. |
Terminology
- SIS: Student Information System. MAUI (Made At the University of Iowa) is a system designed by ITS and used by the University of Iowa to record, classify, and retrieve student and course data.
- LMS: Learning Management System. ICON (Iowa Courses Online) is the learning management system at the University of Iowa and is primarily powered by Canvas,
- PSEO: Postsecondary Enrollment Options. See the Registrar's website for further details.