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Pass the Competency exam (score 70% or higher) – no credit given
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Complete a Gen Ed computer course for credit
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Pass a Departmental exam for credit
TECHNOLOGICAL COMPETENCY
RVCC students require common computer/technology skills to access, process, and present information. For many programs, students must demonstrate competency or acquire these skills in class.
Testing is available on-campus by appointment only. Please click here to schedule a testing appointment.
If you have any questions, please call 908-526-1200 Ext. 8401 or email tcenter@raritanval.edu.
No. This exam only fulfills the technological competency requirement for many programs. Course credit is not given for passing this exam. AA/AS degree students and Nursing students. See the Catalog for programs accepting the exam for competency. (Competency testing is not available for students in programs that require CISY-102, 103, 105, or 122.) RVCC uses an internet-based exam to test competency – CSPlacement. This test covers: Nursing students should take the exam prior to enrolling in the RN or PNAD program. Most students in a program with the exam option will take the exam prior to the start of the program. Students should review the Catalog for information specific to their majors. There is a $45 fee to take the test. You may retest once at a cost of $10 after two days. Complete information is available in the catalog. The exam consists of 70 questions to be answered within 70 minutes. Please be familiar with the concepts below in order to earn the 70% required to pass the test. The questions are both hands on and multiple choice.