Testing Services - Instructor Guidelines

The Testing Center is located in the Student Center Building. Enter through room 118 during the day and enter through room 114 during the evening. The phone number is 478-6217 or ext. 372. Contact Judy Nye (ext. 452) if you have questions about Testing Center services.

The Testing Center (TC) is responsible for the college’s standardized testing programs (ACT, COMPASS, GED, Graduation Exit Exam, etc.) and also serves students and faculty by providing an environment for course-related testing.

Course-related tests include individual make-up exams (i.e. a student missed a test that was given in class), video and WWW class tests, DSPM lab and re-take tests, independent study class exams, and special needs testing (i.e. extended time tests for students with qualifying disabilities).

A schedule of the TC’s hours is published each semester. Walk-in testing for course-related testing is available 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; 8:00 to 4:30 on Wednesday; 8:00 to 3:00 on Friday. However, the TC does not maintain its regular hours when classes are not in session (i.e. between semesters, spring break, closings due to weather, etc.). Students must make an appointment if they want to test when classes are not in session.

Due to the heavy volume of DSPM testing, special arrangements have been made with that department regarding testing procedures. See the DSPM Coordinator or the testing staff for details.

The TC guidelines for students are included on the schedule of hours. Please be familiar with the guidelines so you can tell students what to expect. For example, each student must present a photo ID before a test will be administered. Video and WWW class instructors should go over the TC hours and guidelines during the orientation or include a copy in the class orientation packet.

Three Easy Steps for using the TC for Course-related Testing

1. Put your name, course title, and exam name (i.e. Final exam) at the top of each of your tests.
2. Complete a “Test Administration Form” and attach it to the exam.
3. Bring the test to the Testing Center (and pick it up once it is completed). If you use a student worker to pick up your exams, call the TC each time to let us know who is coming (the student worker will have to show a photo ID).