Competency Test
The first version will be taken on Monday, March 30th. There is no partial credit and you must
get at least 8 out 10 questions correct to “pass”. You may retake the test on a subsequent day if
you do not pass or are unhappy with your score. The retakes must be taken in the Math Center.
The test will be on sketching graphs of functions without the use of a calculator (grids will be
provided). The test will count up to 50 points toward your course point total. You will be able to
take the test up to four times. The grades will be assigned as follows.
Number Correct
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Attempt
Attempt
Attempt
Attempt
Completed by
Mar. 30th
Mar. 31 or
Apr. 2 or 3
Apr. 6 through
Apr. 1
instructor only!
10
50
47
44
40
9
45
43
40
38
8
40
39
36
35
Less than 8
0
0
0
0
The last grade earned is counted. Be aware of the effect of retaking. If you get 9 out of ten right
on the 1st attempt, you earn 45 points and can only do better by getting all problems right on the
second attempt. After the second attempt, it is impossible to earn 45 points again.
There is no time limit on these tests except for the closing times of the math center. You may not
use a calculator on the test. Retakes may not be taken on the same day.
You must see me
before retaking a test in order to discuss your answers and difficulties.
You may not bring anything into the test room with you. If you are caught taking problems from
the test room or sharing problems with other students, you risk getting an “F” in the course.
HOW TO TAKE THE TEST
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Times you may take the gateway test:
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday (arrive by no later than 5 p.m.)
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Friday (arrive by no later than noon.)
Personal Items: Personal items are not allowed in the testing room. Please make arrangements
to secure your books, etc. with a friend or in one of the few student lockers. A 25¢ deposit is
required for locker use, but is returned when the key is inserted back into the lock. Personal
items may not be left on the tables in the Learning Center. The college is not responsible for lost
or stolen items.
Request a gateway test from the lab assistant or instructor. Bring ID. Please be patient since
lab assistants may be helping other students at this time. They will have you sign in on the
check-in clipboard in the room that houses the gateway tests. The math lab assistants will bring
you to the assessment desk where you will sign in and be directed into the testing room.
Take the test to the testing room (or other room as directed). No talking or cell phones in the
testing room. Direct questions to the person administering the test. No referring to notes, books,
etc. Calculators are not allowed on the gateway test.
Turn the test in to the assessment desk.