Course Selection Distance Learning USA began offering online courses in the Fall of 1999. Courses taught in this manner are identified by the 800 section numbers, and a listing of online courses is at the end of the printed Schedule of Classes. These courses require additional technology fees. Students must be admitted to the University and register for these courses using PAWS, plus create a user profile with eCollege.com. See http://usaonline.southalabama.edu for more information.