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PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITES
The San Mateo County Community College District
(SMCCCD) is using a computerized prerequisite checking
system. A student who has NOT met the stated prerequi-
site for the course will not be allowed to enroll. In addition,
all stated Corequisite courses must be taken concur-
rently. Students are strongly encouraged to accept the
recommendations stated for courses but will not be pre-
vented from enrolling in the classes where the advisory is
stated as “recommended” in the class schedule.
Students should meet with a counselor if they have
questions about whether they have met the stated
prerequisite.
What are Prerequisites, Corequisites and
Recommendations?
Prerequisite: A course or body of knowledge that
must be successfully completed (grade of C or Credit or
better) before a student can enroll in a specific course.
Corequisite: A course that must be taken concur-
rently (at the same time) with another course.
Recommendation: A course that faculty recommend
be completed in advance to enhance or improve a
student’s ability to succeed in a specific course.
Why Prerequisites and Corequisites?
Title 5 (state regulations that govern community col-
leges) requires that, if a course has a prerequisite, it must
be necessary for the student to succeed in the target
course. Furthermore, the college must ensure that the
prerequisite is equitably and fairly enforced and that it has
been approved in a separate action by the curriculum
committee at each college.
What if I am currently enrolled in the
prerequisite course(s) within the SMCCCD?
If you are currently enrolled in the prerequisite
course(s), the computer will not prevent your enrollment in
the desired course. However, should you receive a final
grade other than “A,” “B,” “C” or “P” in the prerequisite
course(s), you will be notified by Admissions and Records
through your student email that you have
been administratively dropped from the course. You are
advised to meet with a counselor for further assistance
with enrollment.
What if I completed the prerequisite at another college
outside the San Mateo County Community College District?
If you believe you have met the stated prerequisite at
another college/university outside the San Mateo County
Community College District, you must file a Prerequisite
Equivalency/Reciprocity of Course Placement form
with the Counseling Department. The form is available at
the One Stop Center in Building 2, and online at https://
process.php. Submit the completed form with a copy of
your unofficial transcript or grade report from the other
college to the Counseling Appointment Desk in Building
2, or by fax (650) 738-4195 or email skycounseling@
. If your prerequisite request is approved, the
enrollment block will be lifted, allowing you to enroll in the
course. If your request is denied, you will be contacted by
the Counseling Center as to the reason(s) why.
How can I challenge a prerequisite?
You can challenge a prerequisite on one or more of four
grounds, listed below:
• If you believe you have the knowledge or ability to suc-
ceed in the course without completing the prerequisite.
• If you believe that the prerequisite has been estab-
lished in violation of Title 5 regulations or the SMCCCD
District Model Policy.
• If you believe that the prerequisite is discriminatory or
is being applied in a discriminatory manner.
• If you believe that the prerequisite course has not been
made reasonably available.
How do I file a prerequisite challenge?
If you wish to file a prerequisite challenge, follow these
steps:
• The Prerequisite Challenge Form is available at the
Student Services Information Center in Building 2 or
online at
prerequisiteprocess.php. A counselor can help
you determine whether you would benefit from the
challenge process.
• Next you should contact the appropriate division
dean to obtain specific information about filing and
documenting your challenge request.
• If you elect to challenge, submit the completed
challenge form with documentation to the appropriate
Division Office for review.
• You will be notified in 5 business days if your challenge
is subsequently approved, and you will be allowed to
enroll in the course. If your challenge is not approved,
you will be administratively withdrawn from the course.
What message will I receive on WebSMART if I do
not meet the prerequisite for the course in which
I am attempting to enroll?
If you have not met the prerequisite or presented doc-
umentation to challenge the prerequisite you will receive
the following message on WebSMART when you attempt
to enroll: You do not meet the prerequisites for this
course. You will not be able to register for the class
until you clear the prerequisite(s). To obtain prerequisite
information, equivalency/challenge processes, and forms
go to: