Course Information

Course Prerequisites

A prerequisite is a course or test score which must be met prior to entering the desired course. Students must comply with state and local requirements that courses may not be taken until all prerequisites have been met.

Exceptions to this requirement must be requested by the division dean and approved by the Senior Vice President of Instruction and Student Services. Students will be required to demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills for admission to the course by meeting the following criteria: (1) successful completion of credit by exam, (2) successful completion of a higher level or similar course; or (3) possession of a relevant and current licensure or certification.

Course Corequisites

A corequisite is a course or test score which must be taken simultaneously with the desired course. If a student drops or withdraws from one part of the required corequisite, then both parts must be dropped or withdrawn. For example: CHM 131 and CHM 131A—a student dropping or withdrawing from CHM 131 is required to also drop or withdraw from CHM 131A since the state corequisite for CHM 131 is CHM 131A.

Significance of Course Prefix and Numbers

Courses with numbers of 0-99 are designed for students who have not demonstrated the necessary skills to enter the first-year courses in a subject area. These courses give local credit only and do not count toward graduation.

Courses with numbers of 100-199 are freshman level; 200-299 are sophomore level. Courses are designated by a three-letter prefix which denotes the subject area. These courses are designed to fulfill requirements for all degrees, diplomas, and/or certificates.