Credit for Prior Learning

ADMS 112 - Office Procedures

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available at the testing center anytime during the fall or spring semester. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. A standard $20 testing fee will be paid to Testing Services. After working with an advisor, please contact Stephanie Barham for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ADMS 133 - Business English

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available at the testing center anytime during the fall or spring semester. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. A standard $20 testing fee will be paid to Testing Services. After working with an advisor, please contact Stephanie Barham for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ADMS 145 - Advanced Office Information Systems

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Stephanie Barham for more information.

ADMS 230 - Business Editing

This course utilizes a project-based assessment for PLA. This PLA option is available anytime during the fall or spring semester. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact  Stephanie Barham for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ADMS 231 - Business Writing

This course utilizes a project-based assessment for PLA. This PLA option is available anytime during the fall or spring semester. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact  Stephanie Barham for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ADMS 245 - The Virtual Office

This course utilizes a project-based assessment for PLA. This PLA option is available anytime during the fall or spring semester. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact  Stephanie Barham for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ADMS 290 - Administrative Specialist Capstone

This is a capstone course, there is no PLA option.

ADMS 293 - Administrative Specialist Internship

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work for PLA. This PLA option is available anytime during the fall or spring semester and the cost is $72.60.  Portfolio review should include a letter of reference that would address the same elements covered in the site supervisor evaluation. Detailed feedback will be provided upon review of the portfolio. This will include a determination of credit equivalency. After working with an advisor, please contact  Stephanie Barham for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AGRI 109 and 109L - Principles of Animal Science

To earn PLA for Principles of Animal Science students must pass both the lecture and lab components of the course. The lecture portion of the course will be assessed by a written exam which can be taken through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After passing the written exam with a score of 80% or higher students then sign up for the lab challenge exam which is available during finals week of the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the lab will be $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Andrea Schumaker for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AGRI 120 - Global Food Perspectives

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Andrea Schumaker for more information.

AGRI 271 and 271L - Animal Anatomy and Physiology

To earn PLA for Principles of Animal Anatomy and Physiology students must pass both the lecture and lab components of the course. The lecture portion of the course will be assessed by a written exam which can be taken through Testing Services for a fee of $20. After passing the written exam with a score of 80% or higher students can then sign up for the lab challenge exam which is available during finals week of the fall or spring semester. The fee for the lab will be $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Andrea Schumaker for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AGRI 278 - Farm and Agribusiness Management

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services for $20. If the required score of 80% or higher is earned on the exam, students will be invited to create a portfolio.  The portfolio review portion will cost $54.45. After working with an advisor, please contact Andrea Schumaker for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AGRI 289 - Agricultural Markets

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning. The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services for $20. If the required score of 80% or higher is earned on the exam, students will be invited to create a portfolio. The portfolio review portion will cost $54.45. After working with an advisor, please contact Andrea Schumaker for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

APPR 200 - Electrical Apprenticeship: Classroom Training

Verified successful completion of a registered Electrical Apprenticeship program. If program was taken at CWI, student will have successfully passed the following courses: WDELAP-5101, WDELAP-5102, WDELAP-5103, and WDELAP-5104. If apprenticeship was completed at CWI, there is no charge for PLA. If it was completed through another school, there is a review fee of $100.00.

APPR 205 - Electrical Apprenticeship: On-the-Job Training

Valid, current journeyman's license. If apprenticeship was completed at CWI, there is no charge for PLA. If it was completed through another school, there is a review fee of $100.

APPR 210 - HVAC Apprenticeship: Classroom Training

Verified successful completion of a registered HVAC Apprenticeship program. If program was taken at CWI, student will have successfully passed the following courses: WDHVAP-5201, WDHVAP-5202, WDHVAP-5203, and WDHVAP-5204. If apprenticeship was completed at CWI, there is no charge for PLA. If it was completed through another school, there is a review fee of $100.

APPR 215 - HVAC Apprenticeship: On-the-Job Training

Valid, current journeyman's license. If apprenticeship was completed at CWI, there is no charge for PLA. If it was completed through another school, there is a review fee of $100.

APPR 220 - Plumbing Apprenticeship: Classroom Training

Verified successful completion of a registered Plumbing Apprenticeship program. If program was taken at CWI, student will have successfully passed the following courses: WDPLAP-5301, WDPLAP-5302, WDPLAP-5303, and WDPLAP-5304. If apprenticeship was completed at CWI, there is no charge for PLA. If it was completed through another school, there is a review fee of $100.

APPR 225 - Plumbing Apprenticeship: On-the-Job Training

Valid, current journeyman's license. If apprenticeship was completed at CWI, there is no charge for PLA. If it was completed through another school, there is a review fee of $100.

AICC 110 : Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 120 : Introduction to Python Programming and the Cloud

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 130 : Linux for Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Computing

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 150 : Python for Artificial Intelligence

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 160 : Math for Artificial Intelligence

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 170 : Database, Data Mining, and Big Data

Students who have previously taken the CompTIA Data+ exam can provide proof of certification to receive PLA for this course.

AICC 210 : Machine Learning

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 220 : Artificial Intelligence for Business

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 230 : Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Computing

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

 AICC 250 : Computer Vision

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $90.75, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 260 : Natural Language Processing

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

AICC 270 : Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity and the SOC

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn 70% or higher on the challenge exam offered through Testing Services between the first(1) and fourteenth(14) week of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BIOL 100 - Concepts of Biology

This course offers four options for PLA. Students should only complete one method of PLA.

• Students can take the Advanced Placement Biology Exam with a score of 3 to earn credit. 
• Also accepted is the Biology CLEP exam with a score of 50 or higher. 
• International Baccalaureate SL or HL Level Biology IB Exam score of 4 to earn credit.

This course also offers a challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. Students must earn a score of 70 % or higher to receive credit. In order to earn Scientific Ways of Knowing, GEM 4, credit, students must also have credit for the related lab course. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman  for more information. 

BIOL 100L - Concepts of Biology Lab

This course offers two options to demonstrate prior learning. The first PLA option is a challenge exam. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. The second PLA option is the International Baccalaureate SL or HL Level Biology IB Exam score of 4 to earn credit. In order to earn Scientific Ways of Knowing, GEM 4, credit, students must also have credit for the related lecture course. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information.

BIOL 104 - Professions in Biology 

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 111 - Biology I

This course offers three options for PLA. Students should only complete one method of PLA.

• This course accepts the Advanced Placement Biology Exam with a score of 4 to earn credit. 
• International Baccalaureate SL or HL Level Biology IB Exam score of 5 to earn credit.

This course also offers a challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. In order to earn Scientific Ways of Knowing, GEM 4, credit, students must also have credit for the related lab course. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 111L - Biology I Lab

This course offers two options for PLA. Students should only complete one method of PLA. 

• International Baccalaureate SL or HL Level Biology IB Exam score of 5 to earn credit.

This course also offers a challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. In order to earn Scientific Ways of Knowing, GEM 4, credit, students must also have credit for the related lab course. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 112 - Biology II 

This course offers two options for PLA. Students should only complete one method of PLA:

• International Baccalaureate SL or HL Level Biology IB Exam score of 6 to earn credit.

This course also offers a challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 112L - Biology II Lab 

This course offers International Baccalaureate SL or HL Level Biology IB Exam score of 6 to earn credit for PLA. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information.

BIOL 113 - Biology III: Principles of Structure and Function

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and twelfth(12) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20 and $36.30 will cover the cost of faculty grading. You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BIOL 113L - Biology III Lab: Principles of structure and function 

This course does not offer PLA.  Most students should expect to need to take the lab if they have credit for the related lecture course. 

BIOL 127 - Human Structure and Function

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and twelfth(12) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  In order to earn Scientific Ways of Knowing, GEM 4, credit, students must also have credit for the related lab course. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 127L - Human Structure and Function Lab

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. Students must first pass the PLA for BIOL 127 or have previously passed BIOL 127 with a C or better to participate in the lab PLA. $20 will be paid to Testing Services.  A score of 70% or higher is required to earn credit. The exam is available between the third(3)- fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester.  After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 226 - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I PLUS

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Daniel Beckman for more information.

BIOL 227 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available between the first(1)and twelfth(12) week of the fall or spring semester.  A fee of $20 will be paid to Testing Services. You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 227L - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. Students must first pass the PLA for BIOL 227 or have previously passed BIOL 227 with a C or better to participate in the lab PLA.  A score of 70% or higher is required to earn credit. The exam is available between the third(3)- fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 227P - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

This course does not offer PLA.  Most students should expect to need to take the lab if they have credit for the related lecture course. 

BIOL 228 - Human anatomy and Physiology II

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and twelfth(12) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

BIOL 228L - Human anatomy and Physiology II Lab

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. Students must first pass the PLA for BIOL 228 or have previously passed BIOL 228 with a C or better to participate in the lab PLA.  A score of 70% or higher is required to earn credit.  The exam is available between the third(3)- fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester.  After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information.

BIOL 280 - Pathophysiology

This course offers a portfolio review for PLA.  Students can submit the portfolio between the first(1) and fifth(5) week of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $127.05. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 101 - Introduction to Business

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $36.30.  You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact  Lindsey Wallgren for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 120 - Business Software Applications

This course offers an option of the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word, Excel, and Access exams.  A score of 70% or higher is required on each exam to earn credit. These exams are offered through Testing Services for $20 each.  After working with an advisor, please contact Lindsey Wallgren for more information.

BUSA 201 - Business Communication and Professionalism

• Veteran students who have a rank of E-5 or higher qualify for PLA credit for this course through ACE.
• This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. This PLA option is available the Monday following finals week during the fall or spring semester and the cost is $54.45.  After working with an advisor, please contact Ryan Hanson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 207 - introduction to business analytics

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $36.30.  Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After work with an advisor, please contact Ryan Hanson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 208 - Business analytics

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $36.30.  Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Richard Sotto for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 220 - Entrepreneurial Strategy

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  This PLA option is available the Monday following finals week during the fall or spring semester and the cost is $54.45.  After working with an advisor, please contact Richard Sotto for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 250 - Principles of Marketing

This course offers a CLEP exam: Principles of Marketing with a score of 50 or higher. Another option is a challenge exam for PLA. Take the exam between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $36.30.  You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Lindsey Wallgren for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 255 - Leadership Development Skills

• Veteran students who have a rank of E-5 or higher qualify for PLA credit for this course through ACE.
• This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. Take the exam between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $36.30.  You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Lindsey Wallgren for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 256 - Introduction to International Business

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. Take the exam between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $36.30.  You must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Lindsey Wallgren for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 265 - Business Law

This course offers a CLEP exam: Introductory Business Law with a score of 50 or higher. Another option is a challenge exam for PLA.  Take the exam between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $36.30.  Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joe Welker for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

BUSA 270 - Big Data and Business Analytics

This course offers two steps for PLA. Take the challenge exam between the sixteenth and seventeenth weeks of the fall or spring semester for a cost of $36.30 paid to the CWI Marketplace. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  Then submit a portfolio, the cost of the review is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Richard Sotto for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 124 - IT Essentials

This course offers a skills-based challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available two weeks before the fall semester begins for a cost of $72.60. Students must earn a score of 90% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 127 - Introduction to Networks

This course offers a skills-based challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available two weeks before the fall semester begins for a cost of $72.60. Students must earn a score of 90% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 129 - Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

This course offers a skills-based challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available two weeks before the fall semester begins for a cost of $72.60. Students must earn a score of 90% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 135 - Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation

This course offers a skills-based challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available two weeks before the fall semester begins for a cost of $72.60. Students must earn a score of 90% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 230 - Linux Essentials

• Successful completion of Linux LPIC-101-500 Industry standard certification exam.
• This course offers a challenge challenge exam for PLA.The exam is available during the fall or spring semester for a cost of $72.60. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 238 - Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Cyber Ops

• This course requires students to have a current Cisco CCNA and Cyber Ops certifications.
• This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available during the fall or spring semester for a cost of $108.90. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 240 - Virtualization Technologies

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam for PLA. The exam is available during the fall or spring semester for a cost of $72.60. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 242 - Cisco DevNet Associate

This PLA requires a current CCNA and Cisco DevNet Associate certifications. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information.

CNST 244 - Linux Advanced

• Successful completion of Linux LPIC-102-500 Industry standard certification exam.
• This course offers a challenge challenge exam for PLA.The exam is available during the fall or spring semester for a cost of $72.60. Students must earn a score of 70% or higher to receive credit. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CNST 249 : Command Line and Scripting Fundamentals

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam PLA. The exam is available during the fall or spring semester for a cost of $145.20. Students must earn a score of 74% or higher to receive credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 101 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication

• Veteran students should get credit for COMM 101 if they have completed any of the following:  NER-MC-002 Mass Communication Specialist; Rate 3 only; NER-AME-005 Aviation Structural Mechanic, Safety Equipment, NER-MU-004 Musician, MOS-42R-002 Army Musician, are eligible for credit through ACE equivalencies.
• This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20. Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to give a speech and outline presentation on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $18.15 for the speech assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 112 - Argumentation and Debate

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to present an Affirmative and Negative case. The cost of the review of the debate cases is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 114 - Intercollegiate Speech & Debate

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Jim Gatfield for more information.

COMM 150 - Digital Photography I

This course offers a two-step process for PLA. The first step is to complete a challenge exam available between the fourth and sixth week of the fall or spring semester. $20 will be paid to Testing Services. Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher will be invited to present a portfolio. There is a fee of $36.30 for the review of the portfolio. After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 160 - Communication and Culture

This course offers a two-step process for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to write a research paper which is due the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $36.30 for the assessment of the research paper.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 221 - Interpersonal Communication

• Veteran students who have a rank of E-5 or higher qualify for PLA credit for this course through ACE.
• This course offers a two-step process for PLA. The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to write a research paper which is due the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $36.30 for the written assessment. After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 231 - Public Speaking

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to present five oral presentations on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $72.60 for the speech assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 259 - communicating through Web Design

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to demonstrate competency by portfolio on the Monday following finals week. There is a fee of $72.60 for portfolio review. After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 261 - Multimedia Storytelling

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higheron the exam will then be invited to demonstrate competency in written, audio, and video production on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $72.60 for the speech assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 268 - Introduction to Video Production

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to demonstrate competency through a portfolio which is due on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $72.60 for the speech assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 269 - Introduction to Audio Production

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to demonstrate competency through a portfolio which is due on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $72.60 for the speech assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 271 - Introduction to Mass Media

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to write a research paper which is due the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $36.30 for the written assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 273 - Media News Writing and Reporting

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to demonstrate competency through a portfolio which is due on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $72.60 for the speech assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 275 - Digital Design and Publishing

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% higher on the exam will then be invited to demonstrate competency through a portfolio which is due on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 278 - Principles of Public Relations

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to demonstrate competency through a portfolio which is due on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $72.60 for the speech assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

COMM 279 - Public Relations Campaigns

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students who earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam will then be invited to demonstrate competency through a portfolio which is due on the Monday following finals week.  There is a fee of $72.60 for the speech assessment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jim Gatfield for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 103 - Customer Service for Help Desk

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 104 - Technical Fundamentals

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 106 - Survey of Peripheral Technologies

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 107 : Information Technology and Cloud

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 109 - Computer Essentials I

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information.  Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 111 - Computer Essentials II

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 114 - PC Security and Troubleshooting

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information.  Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 210 - Principles of Networking

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 212 - Advanced Networking

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 214 - Network Troubleshooting

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 220 - Introduction to Advanced Security

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 222 - Advanced Network Security

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CSSP 224 - Advanced Data Security and Auditing

This course offers a written and skills-based challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the exam which is available during the fall or spring semester.  The fee for the assessment will be $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CRIJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

This course accepts the DSST Criminal Justice Exam with a minimum score of 400 to earn credit.  Students who have passed this exam should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rick Allen for more information.

CRIJ 102 - Introduction to Policing

This course accepts the DSST Introduction to Law Enforcement Exam with a minimum score of 400 to earn credit.  Students who have passed this exam should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rick Allen for more information.

CRIJ 103 - Introduction to Law and Justice

This course offers a CWI Challenge Exam for earning credit through prior learning.  The exam is taken through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students will also pay $36.30 for faculty to grade the assessment.  This exam can only be taken one time.  A score of 70% or higher demonstrates competency.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rick Allen for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CRIJ 104 - Introduction to Corrections

This course offers a CWI Challenge Exam for earning credit through prior learning.  The exam is taken through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students will also pay $36.30 for faculty to grade the assessment.  This exam can only be taken one time.  A score of 70% or higher demonstrates competency.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rick Allen for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

CRIJ 190 - Writing for Criminal Justice

This course utilizes a portfolio of work to demonstrate prior learning which can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rick Allen for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

 CRIJ 270 - Criminology

This course offers a CWI Challenge Exam for earning credit through prior learning.  The exam is taken through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $20.  Students will also pay $36.30 for faculty to grade the assessment.  This exam can only be taken one time.  A score of 70% or higher demonstrates competency.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rick Allen for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

 CRIJ 280 - Victimology

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Rick Allen for more information.

DENT 101 - Dental Materials and Procedures

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 102 - Dental Clinical Skills I

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 103 -  Dental Prosthodontic Materials and Procedures

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 104 - Dental Radiography

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 105 - Dental Clinical Skills II

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

DENT 106 - Dental Assisting Clinical Experience

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Sabina Omair for more information.

DENT 108 - Dental Office Management

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 110L: DENTAL ASSISTING PRE-CLINICAL LAB I

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including documentation of Dental Assisting related employment,current dental assistant resume (with 4 industry references) and 2 letters of recommendation from verifiable industry experts. The applicant must demonstrate and pass at 85% the required written tests and procedure skills sheets for the specific course. The applicant must also show current documentation of working in industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester. The review of the portfolio will cost $ 60.00.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 120L: DENTAL ASSISTING PRE-CLINICAL LAB II

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including documentation of Dental Assisting related employment,current dental assistant resume (with 4 industry references) and 2 letters of recommendation from verifiable industry experts. The applicant must demonstrate and pass at 85% the required written tests and procedure skills sheets for the specific course. The applicant must also show current documentation of working in industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester. The review of the portfolio will cost $ 72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 151 - Dental Theory I

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 152 - Dental Theory II

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 153 - Dental Theory III

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 154 - Dental Theory IV

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 155 - Dental Seminar

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

DENT 225 - Advanced Dental Assisting Practicum

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning, including a written exam, procedure skills sheet, and current documentation of working in the industry for two years.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester .  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ECED 100 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.

ECED 101 - Child Development and Guidance

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.

ECED 105 - Teaching Young Children I

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ECED 105L - Teaching Young Children I Lab

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ECED 106 - Teaching Young Children II

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ECED 106L - Teaching Young Children II Lab

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ECED 141 -  Health, Safety, and Nutrition

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.

ECED 171 - Early Childhood Curriculum I

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.

ECED 173 - Early Childhood Curriculum II

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.

ECED 184 - Family and Community Partnerships

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.

ECED 202 - Child Growth and Development

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. 

ECED 203L - Early Childhood Education Practicum Lab

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. 

ECED 220 -  Inclusion in Early Childhood Programs

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ECED 232 : Early Childhood Program Administration

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.

ECED 257 - Infant and Toddler Care and Education

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ECED 290 - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Capstone

This is a capstone course, there is no PLA option.

EDUC 120 -  Foundations of Education

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.

EDUC 150 - Educational Technology I

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester. The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EDUC 200 - Education Around the World

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EDUC 220 - Diversity in the Schools

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20. After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.  

EDUC 230 - Introduction to Special Education

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20. After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information.  

EDUC 250 - Education Technology II

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EDUC 255 - Educational and Assistive Technology

This course offers a written challenge exam and/or portfolio to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20. There may be a fee of $36.30 for review of the portfolio and a $10 fee per credit. After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EDUC 260 - Special Education Policies and Procedures

This course offers a written challenge exam and/or portfolio to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services for a fee of $20. There may be a fee of $36.30 for review of the portfolio and a $10 fee per credit. After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EDUC 280 - Integrated Teaching and Field Experience

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  The portfolio can be submitted between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The review of the portfolio will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Doug Rapley for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EDUC 290 - Education Capstone

This is a capstone course, there is no PLA option.

ENGL 100 - Writing and Rhetoric Plus

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Joy Palmer for more information.

ENGL 101 - Writing and Rhetoric I

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• English Language and Composition Advanced Placement Exam, required score: 3
• English Language and Composition Advanced Placement Exam, required score 5+ earns credit in both ENGL 101 and 102
• CLEP exam: College Composition, required score: 50
• Veteran students who have completed NV- 0504-001: Information Officer, are eligible for credit through ACE equivalencies.
• Completion of the IB Diploma Programme with a score of 5+ on English A Language and Literature SL or HL
• Students who have completed ENGL 102 with a C or higher can earn credit for ENGL 101 through Vertical Credit. Students who have passed ENGL 102 should talk with their advisor to apply for credit

Students who have completed one of the options above should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers the ENGL 101 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning. 1After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 101P - Writing and Rhetoric I 

This course is designed to further support learning in ENGL 101. Students eligible for PLA would take the ENGL 101 PLA.

ENGL 102 - Writing and Rhetoric II

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• English Language and Composition Advanced Placement Exam, required score of 5 earns credit in both ENGL 101 and 102
• IB-Completion of IB Diploma Programme

Students who have completed one of the options above should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers the ENGL 102 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 115 - Rhetoric and Popular Culture

This course also offers the ENGL 115 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 175 - Literature And Ideas

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• English Literature and Composition Advanced Placement Exam, required score of 3 or higher
• CLEP exam: Analyzing and Interpreting Literature with a score of 50 or higher
• International Baccalaureate English A Literature (SL/HL) with a score of 4 

Students who have completed one of the options above should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

ENGL 190 - Intro to Literature - Difficult Differences

This course offers the ENGL 190 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 191 - Intro to Creative Writing

This course offers the ENGL 191 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 201 - Persuasive Writing

This course offers the ENGL 201 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 202 - Technical Communication

This course accepts the Technical Writing DSST Exam with a minimum score of 400 to earn credit.  Students who have passed this exam should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers the ENGL 202 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 211 - Literary Analysis

This course offers the ENGL 211 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 215 - Survey of World Mythology

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Joy Palmer for more information.

ENGL 220 : Medical Narratives

This course offers English 220 Portfolio (extensive written work demonstrating course outcomes) available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 227 - Literature in Translation

This course offers the SPAN 227 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 230 - MULTICULTURAL AMERICAN LITERATURE

This course offers English 230 Portfolio ( collection of writing and reflection that demonstrates course outcomes) available between the first (1) and fifteenth (15) week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 235 - Intro to Shakespeare

This course offers the ENGL 235 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 241 - Creative Writing Poetry

This course offers the ENGL 241 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 242 - Creative Writing Fiction

This course offers the ENGL 242 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 243 - Creative Writing Nonfiction

This course offers the ENGL 243 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 257 - Survey of Western World Literature I

This course offers the ENGL 257 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 258 - Survey of Western World Literature II

This course offers the ENGL 258 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 267 - Survey of British Literature I

This course accepts the English Literature CLEP exam with a score of 50 or higher. Students who have passed this exam should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers the ENGL 267 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 268 - Survey of British Literature II

This course offers the ENGL 268 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 277 - Survey of American Literature I

This course accepts the American Literature CLEP exam with a score of 50 or higher.  Students who have passed this exam should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers the ENGL 277 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 278 - Survey of American Literature II

This course offers the ENGL 278 Portfolio, available between the first and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester for a fee of $72.60, as a means of demonstrating prior learning.  After working with an advisor, please contact Joy Palmer for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENGL 286 - Literary Magazine

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Joy Palmer for more information.

ENGL 290 - English Capstone

This is a capstone course, there is no PLA option.

ENVI 100 - Environmental Science

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• Advanced Placement Exam: Environmental Science with a score of 3 or higher.
• DSST Exam: Environmental Science with a score of 400 or better.

 Students who have passed these exams should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a challenge exam for PLA. You take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. A score of 70% higher is required.  After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

In order to earn Scientific Ways of Knowing, GEM 4, credit, students must also have credit for the related lab course.

ENVI 100L - Environmental Science Lab

This course offers a chanllenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. You take the exam through Testing Services between the Third(3) and fifteenth(15) week of the fall or spring semester during open business hours. The cost of the exam is $20. Students must first pass the PLA for ENVI 100 or have previously passed ENVI 100 with a C or higher to participate in the lab PLA. After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. 

ENVI 260 - General Ecology

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA.  Students can take the exam through Testing Services between the first(1) and twelfth(12) week of the fall or spring semester. The cost of the exam is $20.  Because the exam includes a portion that is not self-graded, there is also a fee of $36.30 for the review of the subjective material. A score of 70% or higher is required.  After working with an advisor, please contact Daniel Beckman for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

ENVI 260L - General Ecology Lab

This lab course does not offer PLA.  Students who earn PLA credit for ENVI 260 should plan to enroll in ENVI 260L for the lab portion.

ENVI 280L- Field Biology

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Dan Beckman for more information. 

EXHA 102 - Couch to 10K

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  This PLA option is available between weeks one through fourteen of the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jill Johnson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EXHA 103 - Stress Management

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  This PLA option is available between weeks one through fourteen of the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jill Johnson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EXHA 104 - Stay Active, Live Well!

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  This PLA option is available between weeks one through fourteen of the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Jill Johnson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

EXHA 105 - Walking for Health and Fitness

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  This PLA option is available between weeks one through fourteen of the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jill Johnson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

FILM 110 -  Introduction to Film Studies

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam and rubric offered through Testing Services between weeks four and six in fall or spring semester.  The cost of the exam is $20 and review of the rubric is $18.15. After working with an advisor, please contact Brenda Fisher for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

FILM 121 -  MOVIES AROUND THE WORLD

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam and rubric offered through Testing Services between weeks four and six in fall or spring semester.  The cost of the exam is $20 and review of the rubric is $18.15. After working with an advisor, please contact Brenda Fisher for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

FIRE 101- Fire Fighter

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate PLA. Applicant must have obtained a passing score on the State certification exam (IFSAC). Also, must have evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter I and II and must provide evidence of employment as a fire Fighter or higher level occupational position in a Fire Department within the past five years. Applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the Fire Department where they are/were employed. Review of the portfolio is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

FIRE 110 - Physical Fitness for Firefighters

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate PLA. Applicant must have obtained a passing score on the State certification exam (IFSAC) and has been issued certification. And must have completed the Firefighter Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and obtained a passing score within the past year as of the program registration deadline. Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

FIRE 120 - Principles of Emergency Services

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate PLA. The PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so that an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant. The PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 1 or a higher level occupational position in a fire department within the past five years. The PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed. Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 151 - FIRE OFFICER I

This course offers a three-step PLA. Step 1 – the PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant for Fire Officer I. Step 2 – the PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 2 or a higher-level occupational position in a fire department within the past five (5) years.  Step 3 –the PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed. This PLA option is available between weeks 1 – 12 of the fall or spring semester. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 152 - FIRE OFFICER II 

This course offers a three-step PLA. Step 1 – the PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant for Fire Officer II. Step 2 – the PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 2 or a higher-level occupational position in a fire department within the past five (5) years. Step 3 – the PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed. This PLA option is available between weeks 1 – 12 of the fall or spring semester. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 160 - Work Experience I

PLA is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Darrin Raskopf for more information. 

FIRE 165 - Work Experience II

PLA is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Darrin Raskopf for more information.

FIRE 170 - Work Experience III

PLA is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Darrin Raskopf for more information.

 

FIRE 200 - Building Construction for Fire Protection

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate PLA. The PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so that an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant. The PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 1 or a higher level occupational position in a fire department within the past five years. The PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed. Building Construction Combustible and Building Construction Non-Combustible certificates or Brannigan's 40-hour Building Construction certificate. Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 210 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate PLA. The PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so that an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant. The PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 1 or a higher level occupational position in a fire department within the past five years. The PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed. Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 220 - Principles of Safety and Survival for Fire and Emergency Services

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate PLA. The PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so that an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant. The PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 2 or a higher level occupational position in a fire department within the past five years. The PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed.  Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 230 - Fire Prevention

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate PLA. The PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so that an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant for Fire Inspector 1 and 2. The PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 1 or a higher level occupational position in a fire department within the past five years. The PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed.  Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 240 - Fire PROTECTION Systems

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate PLA. The PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant for Fire Inspector 2 and 3. The PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 2 or a higher level occupational position in a fire department within the past five (5) years. The PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed. Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 251 - FIRE OFFICER III 

This course offers a three-step PLA. Step 1 – the PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant for Fire Officer III. Step 2 – the PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 2 or a higher-level occupational position in a fire department within the past five (5) years. Step 3 – the PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed. This PLA option is available between weeks 1 – 12 of the fall or spring semester. Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

FIRE 252 - FIRE OFFICER IV

This course offers a three-step PLA. Step 1 – the PLA applicant must have obtained a passing score on the state certification exam so an International Fire Science Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification has been issued to the PLA applicant for Fire Officer IV. Step 2 – the PLA applicant must also provide evidence of employment as a Fire Fighter 2 or a higher-level occupational position in a fire department within the past five (5) years. Step 3 – the PLA applicant must provide a letter of reference from the Chief of the fire department where they are/were employed. This PLA option is available between weeks 1 – 12 of the fall or spring semester. Review of the portfolio is $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Darrin Raskopf for more information.  Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

GEOG 100 - Physical Geography

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered in the Testing Services available between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information.

GEOG 100L - Physical Geography Lab

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered in the Testing Services available between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information.

GEOG 102 - Cultural Geography

This course offers two options for PLA. The Advanced Placement Human Geography exam with a score of 3 or higher or the DSST,Human/Cultural Geography, with a minimum score of 400 to earn credit. Offered through Testing Services available between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies.

Students who have passed either of these exams should talk with their advisor to apply for credit. After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information.

GEOG 200 - World Regional Geography

This course offers two options for PLA. A written challenge exam available between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester through Testing Services.  The cost of the exam is $20.  Because the exam includes a portion that is not self-graded, there is also a fee of $36.30 for the review of the subjective material. A score of 75% or higher is required. Another is an Advanced Placement World Geography exam with a score of 3 or better.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

GEOG 270 - Global Climate Change

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. The exam is available between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester through Testing Services.  The cost of the exam is $20.  Because the exam includes a portion that is not self-graded, there is also a fee of $36.30 for the review of the subjective material. A score of 75% or higher is required. After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

GEOL 101- Physical Geology

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• DSST Exam: Environmental Science with a score of 400 or better.
•  Challenge Exam, students must pass both the lecture and lab components of the course.  After passing the written exam with a score of 70% or higher, students then sign up for the lab challenge exam which is available during the last week of the fall or spring semester.  After working with an advisor, please contact Paul Stahmann for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

GEOL 101L- Physical Geology LAB

After passing the written exam, student then sign up for the lab challenge exam which is available between the first and twelfth week of the fall or spring semester.  The cost is $72.60 for faculty review plus $2.50 for supplies.  After working with an advisor, please contact Paul Stahmann for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

GEOL 102 - Historical Geology

To earn PLA through a CWI Challenge Exam, students must pass both the lecture and lab components of the course.  After passing the written exam with a score of 70% or higher, students then sign up for the lab challenge exam which is available during the last week of the fall or spring semester.  After working with an advisor, please contact Paul Stahmann for more information. 

GEOL 102L - Historical Geology LAB

After passing the written exam with a score of 70% or higher, students then sign up for the lab challenge exam which is available during the last week of the fall or spring semester.  The cost is $72.60 for faculty review plus $2.50 for supplies.   After working with an advisor, please contact Paul Stahmann for more information.  Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

HLTH 101 - Medical Terminology

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. There is also a fee of $72.60 for the review of the subjective material by a faculty member. After working with an advisor, please contact Jill Johnson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

HLTH 202 - Introduction to Health Systems

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. There is also a fee of $72.60 for the review of the subjective material by a faculty member.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jill Johnson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

HLTH 220 - Fundamentals of Nutrition

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. There is also a fee of $72.60 for the review of the subjective material by a faculty member.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jill Johnson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

HLTH 280 - Global Health

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. There is also a fee of $72.60 for the review of the subjective material by a faculty member.  After working with an advisor, please contact Jill Johnson for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

HTEC 111 : Introduction to Heavy Equipment Service Industry

This course utilizes a portfolio including a current resume documenting diesel related employment (minimum of five years). Students must also pass the final exam used in the course with a score of 70% or higher. There is no charge for the review of the portfolio and exam. After working with an advisor, please contact Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 121 : DC Circuits & Basic Electrical Systems

This course utilizes a portfolio including a current resume documenting diesel related employment (minimum of five years). Students must also pass the final exam used in both the lecture and lab portions of the course. Students must pass both the lecture and lab final exam with a score of 70% or higher. There is no charge for the review of the portfolio and exam. After working with an advisor, please contact Alex Beal for more information.

 HTEC 131 : Track Systems and Mechanical Repair

This course utilizes a portfolio including a current resume documenting diesel related employment (minimum of five years). Students must also pass the final exam used in both the lecture and lab portions of the course. Students must pass both the lecture and lab final exam with a score of 70% or higher. There is no charge for the review of the portfolio and exam. After working with an advisor, please contact Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 141 : Diesel Engine Theory of Operation and Repair

This course utilizes a portfolio including a current resume documenting diesel related employment (minimum of five years). Students must also pass the final exam used in both the lecture and lab portions of the course. Students must pass both the lecture and lab final exam with a score of 70% or higher. There is no charge for the review of the portfolio and exam. After working with an advisor, please contact Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 151 : Preventive Maintenance

This course utilizes a portfolio including a current resume documenting diesel related employment (minimum of five years). Students must also pass the final exam used in both the lecture and lab portions of the course. Students must pass both the lecture and lab final exam with a score of 70% or higher. There is no charge for the review of the portfolio and exam. After working with an advisor, please contact Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 161 : HVAC System Service

This course utilizes a portfolio including a current resume documenting diesel related employment (minimum of five years). Students must also pass the final exam used in both the lecture and lab portions of the course. Students must pass both the lecture and lab final exam with a score of 70% or higher. There is no charge for the review of the portfolio and exam. After working with an advisor, please contact Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 171 : Fundamentals of Fluid Power

This course utilizes a portfolio including a current resume documenting diesel related employment (minimum of five years). Students must also pass the final exam used in both the lecture and lab portions of the course. Students must pass both the lecture and lab final exam with a score of 70% or higher. There is no charge for the review of the portfolio and exam. After working with an advisor, please contact Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 181 : Principles of Electronically Managed Systems

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 200 - level Courses - All 200-level Heavy Equipment Technician Courses

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 211 : Gearing and Driveline Systems

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 221 : Mobile Equipment Hydraulic Systems

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 231 : Transmissions

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 241 : On-Board Vehicle Networks and Electronic Systems Troubleshooting

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 251 : Engine Emissions and Fuel Systems

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 261 : Hydraulic System Service and Repair

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HTEC 271 - Industry Practicum

This courses do not offer PLA. Please see the Department Chair Alex Beal for more information.

HON 198 : Introduction to Honors

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Program Coordinator, Michal Yadlin for more information.

HUMA 207 : Exploring the Arts and Cultures of the World

This course accepts the CLEP Humanities exam with a score of 50 or higher to demonstrate prior learning. After working with an advisor, please contact Brenda Fisherfor more information. 

JAPN 101 - Elementary Japanese I

This course offers several options for PLA:

• Japanese Language and Culture  Advanced Placement Exam that requires a score of 3 or better,
• A written Challenge Exam to demonstrate prior learning. 
• Vertical Credit with a C or better in JAPN 102.

Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam given by appointment only. Cost is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

JAPN 102 - Elementary Japanese II

This course offers several options for PLA:

• Japanese Language and Culture  Advanced Placement Exam that requires a score of 3 or better,
• A written Challenge Exam to demonstrate prior learning. 
• Vertical Credit with a C or better in JAPN 102.

Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam given by appointment only. Cost is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 103 - Machine Shop Laboratory I

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 104 - Machine Shop Laboratory II

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 105 - Machine Shop Laboratory III

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 126 - Related Blueprint Reading I

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 127 - Related Blueprint Reading II

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee. 

MACH 153 - Machine Shop Theory I

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 154 - Machine Shop Theory II

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 155 - Machine Shop Theory III

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 203 - Advanced Machine Shop Laboratory I

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 204 - Advanced Machine Shop Laboratory II

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30. After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 211 - Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drafting and Design

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 212 - Computer-Aided Manufacturing

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 224 - Tool Design for Manufacturing

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 253 - Advanced Machine Shop Theory I

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MACH 254 - Advanced Machine Shop Theory II

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 85% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20.  The portfolio review is offered the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester that the class is offered and will cost $36.30.  After working with an advisor, please contact Mike Wheeler for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MATH 085 - COLLeGE READINESS MATH

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. This is a remedial course. Please see the Manager of the Math Solutions Center Jennifer Miller for more information.

MATH 097 - INTRODUCTORY PREP MATH

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. This is a remedial course. Please see the Manager of the Math Solutions Center Jennifer Miller for more information.

MATH 098 - ADVANCED PREP MATH

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. This is a remedial course. Please see the Manager of the Math Solutions Center Jennifer Miller for more information.

MATH 099 - EXPANDED PREP MATH

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. This is a remedial course. Please see the Manager of the Math Solutions Center Jennifer Miller for more information.

Math 118 - Technical Math

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the Testing Services between the second and fifteenth week of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 118L - Technical Math Lab

This course offers a written challenge practical exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must first pass the MATH 118 PLA. After passing the lecture PLA, schedule a time to complete the Lab Practical in Fall/Spring Semesters Week 16.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

Math 122 - Math in Modern Society Plus

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Emiko Quintana for more information.

Math 123 - Math in Modern Society

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• CLEP Exam: College Mathematics exam with a score of 50 or higher for credit.
• DSST Exam: Math for Liberal Arts with a score of 400 or better. 

Students who have completed one of the options above should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 123P - Math in Modern Society 

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Emiko Quintana for more information.

Math 130 - Finite Mathematics

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 142 - College Algebra Plus

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Emiko Quintana for more information.

Math 143 - College Algebra

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• Advanced Placement Exam: Precalculus with a score of 3 or higher
• DSST Exam: Fundamentals of College Algebra with a score of 400 or better
• CLEP Exam: College Algebra with a score of 50 or better

Students who have completed one of the options above should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 143P - College Algebra

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Emiko Quintana for more information.

Math 144 - Trigonometry

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• Advanced Placement: Precalculus with a score of 3 or higher
• This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies.  After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 147 - College Algebra and Trigonometry

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• Advanced Placement: Precalculus with a score of 3 or higher
• This course accepts the CLEP Pre-calculus Exam with a score of 50 or better to award credit. Students who have completed this exam should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.
• This course also offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 152 - Statistical Reasoning Plus

 Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Emiko Quintana for more information.

Math 153 -  Statistical Reasoning 

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• DSST Exam: Principles of Statistics with a score of 400 or better
• Advanced Placement Exam: Statistics with a score of 3 or better

Students who have completed one of the options above should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 153P -  Statistical Reasoning 

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Emiko Quintana for more information. 

Math 157 -  Math for Elementary Teachers I

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies. Because the exam includes a portion that is not self-graded, there is also a fee of $36.30 for the review of the subjective material. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

Math 160 - Survey of Calculus

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• CLEP Calculus Exam with a score of 50 or better
• Advanced Placement Calculus AB Exam with a score of 3 or better.

Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 160 and MATH 170 through these exams.  Students who have completed one of the options above should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a written challenge exam for PLA.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies.  After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 170 - Calculus I

Several options for PLA exist for this course:

• CLEP Calculus Exam with a score of 50 or better
• Advanced Placement Calculus BC Exam with a score of 3 or better
• Students who have completed MATH 175 with a C or better can earn credit for MATH 170 through Vertical Credit. Students who have passed MATH 175 should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 160 and MATH 170 through these exams.  Students who have completed one of the options above should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a written challenge exam for PLA. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies.  After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 175 - Calculus II

This course accepts the Advanced Placement Calculus BC Exam with a score of 3 or better to demonstrate prior learning.  Students can receive credit for both MATH 175 and MATH 170 through this exam if doing so is appropriate for their degree.  Students who have completed this option should talk with their advisor to apply for credit. 

This course also offers a written challenge exam for PLA.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies.  After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam.

Math 176 - Discrete Mathematics

This course offers a written challenge exam for PLA. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifeenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

Math 230 - Introduction to Linear Algebra

This course offers a written challenge exam for PLA.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information.

Math 257 - Math for Elementary Teachers II

This course offers a challenge exam for PLA. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fiftteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies. Because the exam includes a portion that is not self-graded, there is also a fee of $36.30 for the review of the subjective material. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information before taking the exam. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

Math 275 - Calculus III

This course offers a written challenge exam for PLA. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fiftteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information.

Math 285 - Differential Equations with Matrix Theory

This course offers a written challenge exam for PLA. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the second and fifteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Emiko Quintana for more information.

MATH 293 : Mathematics Internship

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Emiko Quintana for more information.

MEDA 108 -  Pharmacology

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 80% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20. The cost to review the portfolio is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MEDA 132 -  Medical Office Procedures

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 80% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20. The cost to review the portfolio is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MEDA 201 -  Medical Assisting Professional Development

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Sabina Omair for more information.  

MEDA 220 - Human Diseases

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services. If students earn the required score of 80% or higher on the exam, they will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  The test will cost $20. The cost to review the portfolio is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.  

MEDA 237 - Ethics for Medical Professionals

This course offers a written exam for PLA.  Students take the exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.   Students must earn an 85% or higher on the exam. The cost of the exam is $20.  Because the exam includes a portion that is not self-graded, there is also a fee of $72.60 for the review of the subjective material.  After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MEDA 242 - Clinical Procedures I

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. Cost is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Sabina Omair for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

MEDA 243 - Clinical Procedures II

  Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Sabina Omair for more information..0

MEDA 245 - MEDICAL ASSISTANT Practicum

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair Sabina Omair for more information.  

All Military Science and Leadership courses do not offer PLA. For more questions please contact Kim Scheffer.

NADM 141 - Fundamentals of Windows Operating System

This course offers a written challenge exam for PLA.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 143 - Network Services

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 145 - Routing and Switching Environment

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 147-Network Fundamentals and Certification

 

NADM 155 - Network Server Management

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 157 - Linux System Administration

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 159 - Security

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 261 : Server Hybrid Infrastructure

This course offers a Skills-Based Final exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $145.20 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 263 : Server Hybrid Advanced Services

This course offers a Skills-Based Final exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $ 145.20 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 264 - E-Mail Systems

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 266 - Database Administration

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 268 - Advanced Infrastructure

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

NADM 271 - Virtualization Technologies 

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered in the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 exam fee applies along with $72.60 fee for review. After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

OTA courses - Occupation Therapy Assistant

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this program. Please see the Department Chair Sabina Omair for more information.

PTAE courses

PTAE courses do not offer PLA.

POLS 101 - American National Government

This course accepts the Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Exam with a score of 3 or higher to earn credit. It also accepts the CLEP American Government Exam with a score of 50 or higher for credit.  Students who pass either of these exams should talk with their advisor to apply for credit. 

POLS 102 - Introduction to Political Science

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of the  fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies. After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information. 

POLS 210 - Introduction to Comparative Politics

This course accepts Advanced Placement (AP) exam, Comparative Government and Politics, score of 3 or higher for credit.  Please meet with an advisor to process the request for credit.

Students also have the option of taking a challenge exam which has a minimum score of 75% or higher to demonstrate prior learning. Offered by the Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies plus a fee of $72.60 for review.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

POLS 221 - Introduction to International Relations

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of the  fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies plus a fee of $72.60 for review. After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

POLS 230 -  Political Philosophy

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of the  fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies plus a fee of $72.60 for review.  After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

POLS 240 -  American Constitutional Foundations

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 75% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of the fall or spring semester.  The standard $20 testing fee applies plus a fee of $72.60 for review. After working with an advisor, please contact Rob Harbaugh for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 105 - Foundations of Safety and Tools

This course offers a two-step process for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester.  If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60 for review of the portfolio.   After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 110 - Dealership Operations

This course offers a two-step process for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 111- BASIC FUEL SYSTEMS AND OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

This course offers a two-step process for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio that includes a current resume documenting power sports and outdoor equipment related employment (minimum of five (5) years). You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 112 - Outdoor Power Equipment Engines

This course offers a two-step process for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.   After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 125 - Basic Electrical Systems

This course offers a two-step process for PLA. The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 130 - Drivetrain and Chassis Components

This course offers a two-step process for PLA. The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 200 - Powersports Maintenance and Light Repair

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 240 - Engine Management and Advanced Fuel Systems

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 245 - Advanced Electrical Systems and Diagnostics

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information.  Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 250 - Powersports Engines

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit for PLA.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 255 - Suspension Technology

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 260 - Dynamometer and Performance Technology

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between the first and fourteenth weeks of  fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then be invited to submit a portfolio.  You will pay for each step separately. The  standard $20 testing fee plus $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact George Turner for more information.  Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PSER 295 : Powersports Industry Practicum

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair George Turner for more information.

 

PHLT 110 - Lifestyle Diseases & Their Global Burden

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. The cost for portfolio review is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Aaron von Lindern  for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PHLT 120 - Introduction  to Public Health & Health Science

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. The cost for portfolio review is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Aaron von Lindern for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PHLT 230 - Introduction  to Environmental Health

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. The cost for portfolio review is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Aaron von Lindern for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

PHLT 240 - Introduction  to Health Promotion & Education

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. The cost for portfolio review is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Aaron von Lindern for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SIGL 101 - American Sign Language I

Students who have completed SIGL 102 with a C or higher can earn credit for SIGL 101 through Vertical Credit. Students who have passed SIGL 102 should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. Cost is $72.60 and must be by appointment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SIGL 102 - American Sign Language II

Students who have completed SIGL 201 with a C or better can earn credit for SIGL 102 through Vertical Credit.  Students who have passed SIGL 201 should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. Cost is $72.60 and must be by appointment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SIGL 201 - American Sign Language III

Students who have completed SIGL 202 with a C or better can earn credit for SIGL 201 through Vertical Credit.  Students who have passed SIGL 202 should talk with their advisor to apply for credit.

This course also offers a challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. Cost is $72.60 and must be by appointment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SIGL 202 - American Sign Language IV

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. Cost is $72.60 and must be by appointment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SIGL 203 - Fingerspelling and Numbers

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. Cost is $72.60 and must be by appointment.  After working with an dvisor, please contact Brent Hart. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SIGL 204 - Introduction to Interpreting

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. Cost is $72.60. and must be by appointment.  After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SIGL 220 - Deaf Culture and Community

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. Cost is $72.60 and must be by appointment. After working with an advisor, please contact Brent Hart. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SIGL 290 - American Sign Language Capstone

This is a capstone course, there is no PLA option.

SOCW 101 - Introduction  to Social Work and Social Welfare 

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning and will include a cover letter, a written paper aligning to the Signature Assignment, and other work reviewed in conversation with the Department Chair. The cost of review of the portfolio is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Annie Estvold. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SOCW 202 - Foundations of Social Work

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning and will include a cover letter, a written paper aligning to the Signature Assignment, and other work reviewed in conversation with the Department Chair.  The cost of review of the portfolio is $72.60. After working with an advisor, please contact Annie Estvold. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SOCW 290 : Social Work Capstone

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please contact Annie Estvold for more information.

 SOCW 293 : Social Work Internship

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please contact Annie Estvold for more information.

swdv 105 - INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING

This course offers a skills-based exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on both portions of the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester. The cost of the challenge exam is $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 110 - INTERMEDIATE PROGRAMMING

This course offers a skills-based exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on both portions of the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester. The cost of the challenge exam is $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 115-  INTRODUCTION TO WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT 

This course offers a skills-based exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on both portions of the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester. The cost of the challenge exam is $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 140 - Intermediate Web Application Development

This course offers a skills-based exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on both portions of the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 143 - Client-Side Frameworks

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 80% or higher on the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled eight (8) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 152 - Systems Analysis and Design

This course offers written quizzes and signature assignment to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 210 - Introduction to Server-Side Programming

This course offers a skills-based exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 220 - Fundamentals of Database Systems

This course offers a skills-based exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 235 - Advanced Web Application Development

This course offers a skills-based exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 265 - Mobile Development

This course offers written quizzes and programming assignments to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 271 - Game Development

This course utilizes a portfolio  review of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning .  Students must earn a 80% or higher on the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled eight (8) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 275 : Software Development Tools and Technology

This course offers a skills-based exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn a 70% or higher on the assessment.  A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled two (2) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60.  After working with an advisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

SWDV 290 : Software Development Capstone Internship

Prior Learning Assessment is not approved for this course. Please see the Department Chair David Kerr for more information.

 

 

SWDV 280 - Collaborative Development

This course utilizes a portfolio of previous and current work to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn a 80% or higher on the assessment. A consultation with the designated faculty must be scheduled eight (8) weeks in advance the fall or spring semester and will cost $72.60. After working with an a dvisor, please contact David Kerr for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

THEA 101 - Theater Appreciation

This course offers a written challenge exam and writing sample rubric to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn a 70% or higher on the written exam offered through Testing Services between weeks four and six of the fall or spring semester. The standard $20 fee applies along with $18.15 fee to review rubric. After working with an advisor, please contact Brenda Fisher for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

THEA 111 - Acting I

This course offers a two-step process for earning credit through prior learning.  The first step is to complete an exam through Testing Services between weeks four and six of the fall or spring semester. If you earn the required score of 70% or higher on the exam, you will then complete an audition (rubric).  You will pay for each step separately.  The test will cost $20.  The review of the rubric will cost $18.15. After working with an advisor, please contact Brenda Fisher for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

UAS 110- Digital Imagery Fundamentals

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam, consultations must be scheduled with designated faculty prior to week eight (8) of the  fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact Robert Novak for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

UAS 115- Privacy and Security

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam, consultations must be scheduled with designated faculty prior to week eight (8) of the  fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact Robert Novak for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

UAS 125- Flight Theory-Ground School

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam, consultations must be scheduled with designated faculty prior to week eight (8) of the  fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact Robert Novak for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

UAS 130- Flight Lab 1

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam, consultations must be scheduled with designated faculty prior to week eight (8) of the  fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact Robert Novak for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

UAS 136- Flight Lab II

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning.  Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam, consultations must be scheduled with designated faculty prior to week eight (8) of the  fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact Robert Novak for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

UAS 140- Mission Planning and Implementation

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn an 80% or higher on the written exam, consultations must be scheduled with designated faculty prior to week eight (8) of the  fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $72.60, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact Robert Novak for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.

UAS 155 : Introduction to GPS

This course offers a written challenge exam to demonstrate prior learning. Students must earn an 75% or higher on the written exam, consultations must be scheduled with designated faculty prior to week eight (8) of the  fall or spring semester. The standard $20 testing fee applies, plus $36.30, Instructor time. After working with an advisor, please contact Robert Novak for more information. Once approved to take the assessment, please go to the CWI Marketplace to pay the fee.