Prerequisites

There are several types of prerequisites that may apply to courses, and these must be met prior to enrolling. Students who attempt to enroll without having met a prerequisite will see an error message that reads "Requisites not met", and should check the course description for more information. Academic proficiency in English and basic algebra is required to take many college classes. There are a number of ways for students to demonstrate proficiency, and these are detailed in the Academic Proficiency links below. Placement tests are used to determine a student's appropriate beginning level for Math, Computer Information Technology, Administrative Office Systems, English as a Second Language and Adult Basic Education courses. Tests are available free of charge at the Testing Center. Students can call (847)543-2076 for details. Course prerequisites are required when specific knowledge or skills are needed in order to benefit from the course, and course corequisites are required when the student should be enrolled in multiple courses at the same time (unless the corequisite course was completed in a prior term).

Academic Proficiency

All applicants who plan to enroll in credit classes need to prove academic proficiency in English language and basic algebra readiness. Most classes require one or both of these proficiencies as prerequisites to enroll in the course. Proficiency can be met in a variety of ways described in the links that follow. Submit proof to the Office of Admissions and Records prior to enrolling in credit classes.

Placement Test Prerequisites

Placement tests are administered by the Testing Center located on the first floor of the Learning Resource Center on the Grayslake campus. There are no charges for these tests. Placement tests are used in Math, Computer Information Technology, English as a Second Language, Adult Basic Education, and other classes. Call the Testing Center at 847-543-2076 for specific information on taking a placement test.

Course Prerequisites and Corequisites

Other CLC courses are used as prerequisites when the student should have specific knowledge or skills in order to benefit from the course. Corequisite courses are used when the student should be enrolled in specific courses at the same time. Students who have not met a course prerequisite or corequisite, but believe they possess equivalent knowledge or skills through prior coursework or other experience should contact the Academic Division Office for the course.

Department Consent

Some courses require department consent to register. Contact the Academic Division Office for the course if you wish to enroll.

Contact Information for Academic Division Offices

Biological and Health Sciences Division (847) 543-2042

Business Division (847) 543-2041

Communication Arts, Humanities & Fine Arts Division (847) 543-2040

Engineering, Math & Physical Science Division (847) 543-2044

Social Science Division (847) 543-2047