The term 'curriculum component' refers to the three main elements of a curriculum: CLASS='font-bold underline-link hover:text-barberry-yellow'>UNIT, COURSE, and CLASS. A CLASS='font-bold underline-link hover:text-barberry-yellow'>UNIT is a small part of a COURSE, usually consisting of several lessons or topics. A COURSE is a larger part of a curriculum, typically lasting a semester or a year. A CLASS is a group of students who are taking the same COURSE.