Prerequisite/Co-requisite Challenge

Purpose: When a course has a prerequisite, it means that a student must possess a certain body of knowledge to be successful in the course. The preexisting knowledge may be a placement preparation score, or successful completion of a course.

Prerequisite: Specific courses you must successfully complete with a “C” or better before you can enroll for another specific course. Students must satisfy prerequisites and any other stated conditions before enrolling in a course. If you did not complete the prerequisite at Taft College, you will need to show that you have satisfied the requirement based on your academic history and transcripts.

A prerequisite challenge requires written documentation, explanation of alternative course work, and background or abilities which adequately prepare the student for the course. A Prerequisite Challenge Form can be obtained in the Counseling Center or online. Reasons for challenging a prerequisite may include one or more of the following:

• A prerequisite is not reasonably available.
• The student believes the prerequisite was established in violation of regulation or in violation of the District-approved process.
• The student believes the prerequisite is discriminatory or being applied in a discriminatory manner.
• The student has documented knowledge or ability to succeed in the course without meeting the prerequisite.

Upon filing the Prerequisite Challenge Form, the student will be permitted to follow standard registration procedures and enroll in the challenged class. If the challenge is not upheld, the student will be dropped from the class.