Assessment Services
Introduction | Office Hours and Location | Contact | FAQ's
Introduction
Many courses and programs at Douglas College require the completion of assessment tests. Assessments measure a student's current knowledge to ascertain which level of course work is most appropriate. Students must have a student number in order to do an assessment or challenge exam. Please book early in the semester prior to your semester start to ensure you are able to meet any deadlines as assessments historically fill to capacity during registration periods. Computer and keyboarding skills are used during the computer-based assessments.
Office Hours and Location
New West Campus - Room 2700
| WINTER 2010 | ||
| March 1 - May 7 | Monday, Tuesday and Friday Wednesday Thursday |
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 9:30 am - 7:00 pm 9:00 am - 7:00 pm |
David Lam Campus - Room A1450
| WINTER 2010 | ||
| March 1 - May 7 | Monday, Thursday and Friday Tuesday Wednesday |
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 9:00 am - 7:00 pm 9:30 am - 4:00 pm |
OFFICE CLOSURES:
The Registrar's Office will be closed, unless otherwise noted on ALL Statutory Holidays, as well as the following dates:
Friday, April 2, 2010 - Good Friday
Monday, April 5, 2010 - Easter Monday
Contact Us
New Westminster - Room 2700
700 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC
Phone: 604-527-5478David Lam - Room A1450
1250 Pinetree Way
Coquitlam, BC
Phone: 604-777-6228
Frequently Asked Questions
- Grade 12 Provincial Exams
- How do I book an appointment?
- Is there a cost to do the assessments?
- How long is the assessment test?
- What do I bring?
- When do I get my assessment test results?
- How long before course registration do I need to do my assessment tests?
- Do you have a practice test?
- What shall I do to prepare?
- Can I bring a calculator for the Math Assessment or Computer-Based Math Assessments or Chemistry Assessment?
- Can I bring a dictionary for English as a Second Language Assessments?
- Can I bring a dictionary for the Computer-Based English Assessment?
- What if something comes up and I can't make it?
- What if I'm a bit late?
- How do I reschedule an assessment?
- What if I don't know if I need a test or not?
- Can I do a retest?
- How long is the "shelf life" of assessment test results?
How do I book an appointment?
To book an appointment at the New Westminster Campus or David Lam campus in Coquitlam, please call
604-527-5478. Please book early in the semester to ensure you are able to meet any deadlines as sessions often fill to capacity during peak periods.
Is there a cost to do the assessments?
No. There is no cost for Douglas College students.
How long is the assessment test?
Please see individual assessment testing information sheets.
What do I bring?
Please bring photo identification (driver's licence, passport or student card), your Douglas College student number and a pen and pencil. An English language dictionary in book form is permitted for the Computer-based English Assessment. Electronic or translation dictionaries, or thesaurus/dictionaries are not permitted in the Computer-based English Assessment. Calculators are not permitted in Math Assessments with the exception of Math 11 Exemption (a scientific calculator is permitted, but a graphing calculator is not).
When do I get my assessment test results?
Biology 1103/1203 Challenge Exam, Nursing 2140 and Nursing 2240 Challenge Exams, Mathematics Assessments, and Typing Assessments will be marked the same day and results will be given to you after completion of the assessment. The Computer-based English Assessment will usually be marked the same day and results will be given to you after completion of the assessment. In some instances your results may take up to 24 hours.
How long before course registration do I need to do my assessments?
You will need assessment results before you are eligible to register for courses requiring assessments. We recommend you do your assessment testing as soon as you receive a student number. Students applying into a closed enrolment program, need to wait to receive a letter from the Admissions Officer, indicating which assessments are required. Please book early in order to meet any deadlines.
Do you have a practice test?
We do not have a practice test, but there is information on all testing available and some samples of the Reading Comprehension and Essay components of the Computer-based English Assessment. Developmental Studies (DVST) have practice tests available for their Basic Math and Algebra. Please contact the DVST department at 604-527-5463 or visit the DVST website.
What shall I do to prepare?
Review the information sheets which explain the content of the assessment and provide suggestions regarding which textbooks will be most helpful.
Can I bring a calculator to the test?
Calculators are not permitted for any of the Math Assessments with the exception of the Math 11 Exemption (only a Scientific Calculator is permitted. No Graphing Calculators).
Can I bring a dictionary for English as a Second Language Assessment?
No. Dictionaries are not allowed.
Can I bring a dictionary for the Computer-based English Assessment?
Yes. An English language dictionary in book form is permitted. Electronic or translation dictionaries, or thesaurus/dictionaries are not allowed.
What if something comes up and I can't make it?
As soon as you know you can't make the assessment test appointment, call Assessment Services where you are registered to take the assessment. You will need to re-book your appointment as soon as possible. Failure to cancel your assessment will result in the assessment being counted toward your four (4) month waiting period prior to being retested. Please note: some closed programs have different criteria for retesting.
What if I'm a bit late?
All of the assessments are standardized timed tests. Please ensure you are early or on time as late arrivals are not permitted into the lab/testing room under any circumstances once the assessment has started. Late arrivals for Individualized Assessments may not be accommodated.
How do I reschedule an assessment?
Phone 604-527-5478 to reschedule an appointment at either the New Westminster or Coquitlam (David Lam) Campus.
What if I don't know if I need an assessment test or not?
Check to see if you have met the prerequisites (listed in the Douglas College calendar) for your course/program. You can do this by reviewing your high school transcript. If you have applied to a closed enrolment program, the Admissions Officer will send you a letter informing you of all testing that will be required. You can also check with an Academic Advisor by phoning 604-527-5478.
Can I do a retest?
For most tests there is a four (4) month waiting period before you can do a retest. Some closed programs have different criteria for retesting.
Students will be limited to two opportunities to take a particular assessment. If unsuccessful, there is a two (2) year waiting period before a student can re-book the test.
How long is the "shelf life" of assessment test results?
Writing assessment results are good for four years. Standardized assessment test results are good for two years.