Challenge Exam Information
The Math Department offers Challenge Exams for those students who wish to test out of a course prerequisite. Below is a table giving a brief summary of each exam. Please note that the Math requirement for the AA degree has changed from Math 25 to Math 30. Please see a counselor to see which is required of you.
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| Course Challenged | Type of Exam |
Course Placed |
Passing Score | Chances to Take Exam |
|
Math 26 - Plane Geometry |
Written | Math 155 as this satisfies the Math 26 corequisite | 70% | 2 |
| Math 210 if Math 155 prerequisite is satisfied | ||||
|
Math 30 - Intermediate Algebra |
Written | Math 110 (Statistics) |
70% |
2 |
| Math 140 | 70% | |||
|
Math 155 if Math 26 corequisite is satisfied |
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Math 155 - Precalculus |
Multiple Choice | Math 210 if Math 26 prerequisite is satisfied | 70% | 2 |
| Math 210 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry I | Written | Math 220 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry II | Instructor's Decision | Instructor's Decision |
Scheduling an Exam
Challenge Exams should be scheduled at least a day in advance. Please contact:
Main Campus - Math 026 and Math 030 Only
-
Myles Crain (925) 473-7662
Brentwood Center
- Jogi Gangar (925) 473-6925 (hours may vary)
Exam Results
Exam results are usually available within 1 week. Once a student passes an exam, a Lab Coordinator will notify Admissions. Remember, passing a Challenge Exam only waives a requirement and does not give you units for the course.
If a student doesn't pass an exam after the maximum number of chances allotted, then they must take the course if it is to satisfy a course prerequisite or degree requirement. Please see a Counselor if you have any questions regarding your Academic Plan here at LMC.