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Assessment Test: Purpose and Content


Purpose and content of the assessment test: the purpose of the assessment test is to identify the reading, writing and math skill levels of LBCC students so that they will enroll in courses that are appropriate for their skill levels. There are four sections of the assessment tests. These sections are:

Reading
Name of the test: Accuplacer Reading Comprehension
This section of the test has multiple choice questions and is untimed. The test questions are presented in a computer adaptive mode based on your answers, with quick testing and accurate placement. Possible placements range from Reading 880 to Reading Proficiency Met for Graduation.

Writing
Name of the test: Accuplacer Sentence Skills
This section of the test has multiple choice questions and is untimed. The test questions are presented in a computer adaptive mode based on your answers, with quick testing and accurate placement. Possible placements range from English 801A to English 1.

Assessment Test: Purpose and Content

Mathmatics
Name of the test: Accuplacer Computerized Math Test
This section of the test has 15-20 questions, and is untimed. The test questions are presented in a computer adaptive mode based on your answers, with quick testing and accurate placement. Possible placements range from Math 805- Math 60. Students are not allowed to use their own calculators for any part of the test.

Essay
This section involves writing an essay in response to a topic. The student has 40 minutes to complete the essay. Importance is placed on the student's use of examples and/or details to support his/her opinions.

If a student has limited English language skills, he/she is directed to take the LBCC ESL placement test. This test has 85 multiple choice questions which are divided into the following six components: listening comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, mechanics and usage, reading for information, and writing. This test is administered at PCC through the ESL Testing Department.

Any student with an identified disability should contact the Disabled Student Services Program LAC 938-4558 PCC 938-3921.