August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Managing Prerequisites

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Definitions Prerequisite (P): A course that a student must pass with a “C” or better or “Pass” before enrolling in another course. Evidence of skills knowledge may also be accepted as satisfying a prerequisite for a course through a “Challenge” process. Co-requisite (C): A course that a student must enroll in concurrently. Co-requisite (CP) that can be taken in advance or concurrently.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Prerequisites and Co Requisites Prerequisites and co requisites must be preapproved by the Curriculum Advisory Committee (CAC) before they can be enforced. These are published in the print version and the online schedule. Prerequisites and co requisites apply to all sections of a course. Prerequisites and co requisites cannot be suspended if enrollments are low. Change requires CAC action.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Chem 155 Example.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Computer Blocks Registration in courses with prerequisites and co-requisites are computer controlled (blocked) for courses that have a prerequisite or co requisite. Student receives notification of a block when they attempt to register in course that requires a pre- or co requisite that has not been satisfied. Students are directed to linked web pages that describe procedures for clearing a pre- or co requisite.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Computer Clearance  Computer (Banner) checks native SBCC course work and assessment levels.  Transcript Evaluation Office “clears” for challenge petitions:  Form A and Form B.  Pre-enrollment allowed if prerequisite course is “in progress”  Student dropped if prerequisite course is not completed with a grade of “C” or better, prior to beginning of the term.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Satisfying a Prerequisite Assessment: Assessment results may satisfy some English, ESL and/or math prerequisites and/or co requisites. Completed SBCC Courses: Students who have completed a prerequisite or co requisite course at Santa Barbara City College and received a grade of "C" or better will be permitted to enroll in the subsequent course requiring the prerequisite. SBCC Courses In-Progress: Students who are currently enrolled in a prerequisite course at SBCC, but have not yet completed the course, may register for the advanced course conditionally, but will not be permitted to attend the advanced class until the prerequisite has been satisfied. Failure to pass the prerequisite course with "C" better will result in being dropped from the course requiring the prerequisite. Computer Monitored and Managed

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Satisfying a Prerequisite: External Coursework Completed: of coursework completed at other institutions as satisfaction of prerequisites and then register for the advanced course. Transcripts must be on file with the SBCC Admissions & Records office or must be attached to the Prerequisite Challenge. External Coursework In-Progress: Students, who are currently enrolled in a prerequisite course at other institutions but have not yet completed the course, may file a Prerequisite Challenge and may then register for the advanced course conditionally, but will not be permitted to attend the advanced class until the prerequisite has been satisfied. Failure to provide evidence that the external course was completed with a grade of "C" better will result in being dropped fro the course requiring the prerequisite. External Test Scores: i.e. Advanced Placement Scores. Requires Prerequisite Challenge Form A

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Other Options: Student has the knowledge or ability demonstrated by related education, assessment levels, certification, license or experience (i.e. a student who is already fluent in a foreign language but doesn't have any foreign language coursework). Or Prerequisite is not available ("reasonably available" is defined by the college). The prerequisite is discriminatory or applied in a discriminatory manner. The prerequisite is not necessary. The prerequisite approval did not follow SBCC District Policy. Requires Prerequisite Challenge Form B Satisfying a Prerequisite:

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Challenge Petition: Form A or B Student must submit prerequisite petition Form A or Form B to the Academic Counseling Center, Assessment Center or the Transcript Evaluations Office in person or by . Instructors may NOT “pre-approve” a petition prior to submittal of a petition to the Transcript Evaluations Office. Faculty note without petition will not be accepted. “Add Codes” do not override pre- or co requisite blocks. The Transcript Evaluations office will “clear” the student to register pending the challenge outcome. If not denied within 5 days, student is permitted to stay enrolled. If denied within 5 days student is dropped.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Form A : Department Options External Coursework…if there is no prior articulation: Option 1:. Transcript Evaluations Office given Dept. Proxy Annual review by department. Option 2: Transcript Analyst Serves As Interim Department Proxy during Summer and Breaks. must be available by . Option 3: Department Reviews All. Faculty must be available by year round. Five day rule applies.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Form A : Department Options External Coursework…if there is no prior articulation: Option 1:. Transcript Evaluations Office given Dept. Proxy Annual review by department. Option 2: Transcript Analyst Serves As Interim Department Proxy during Summer and Breaks. Dept Chair/Designee must be available by . Option 3: Department Reviews All. Faculty must be available by year round. Five day rule applies.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Form A : External Coursework …if there is prior articulation: Articulation trumps all. “Form A” Will be approved by Transcript Evaluation Office if: Articulation Agreement with Four-Year Institution = Yes Bilateral: applies both ways Incoming “Transfer of Credit” Agreement = Yes Unilateral: external course is considered “equivalent” and will apply to SBCC degree requirements SBCC ECE Data Base

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Form B: Other Reasons “Form B” used for all other reasons: Student has the knowledge or ability demonstrated by related education, assessment levels, certification, license or experience. Or Prerequisite is not available ("reasonably available" is defined by the college). The prerequisite is discriminatory or applied in a discriminatory manner. The prerequisite is not necessary. The prerequisite approval did not follow SBCC District Policy. Department chair or designee reviews all Form B petitions: Faculty must be available by year round. Five day clock applies. No response defaults to student cleared.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Student Communication All petitions are logged into a data base within 24 working hours of being received by the Transcript Evaluations Office. Student is notified by pipeline that their petition has been received and of their ability to pre-enroll subject to their petition outcome. Student is notified of the outcome of their petition and any conditions.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Department Responsibilities Establish Prerequisites, Co Requisites and Limitations on Enrollment through the Curriculum Advisory Committee (CAC). Decide on Option One, Two or Three for Transcript Evaluations. Approve/Deny unilateral “Transfer of Credit” from transfer feeder institutions. Adjudicate prerequisite challenge within five days Note: Department may delegate to Transcript Analyst. Request will be transmitted by with PDF attachments. Review documentation: consult as needed. response back to Transcript Analyst office within five days. Approve/Deny course to be added to master Transfer of Credit agreement.

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Transcript Evaluation Tools

August, 2010Prerequisites and Corequisites Prerequisite/Co Requisite Resources Vanessa Pelton – Transcript Analyst or Ext Dr. Gwyer Schuyler, TA Supervisor or Ext Keith McLellan – Dean Educational Programs or Ext 2202

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