Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About
The Foundation Examination in Computer Science
Students need to pass this foundation exam
before they can take either COP 3402C or COP 3530C or any other
4000-level computer science course.
It is usually given at least once each semester. Check the secure sign-up page
for exact dates at
https://www.cs.ucf.edu/registration/foundations.html.
Anyone who is yet to take either COP 3402 or COP 3530
will have to take the test. It does not matter what your catalog year
is.
You will find copies of some of the previous editions of the exam (along with
solutions) at
http://www.cs.ucf.edu/registration/exm/index.html. Generally
the material covered in COP 3502 and COT 3100 should prepare you well for the
test.
Ideally, this exam should be taken as soon as possible after you complete both
COP 3502C (Computer Science I) and COT 3100C (Introduction to Discrete
Structures); i.e. if you are enrolled for both of them at the same time, sign
up for the exam at the end of the semester. If you are only enrolled in one of
them, wait till you take the second course. You are not allowed to take
the exam unless you pass both COP 3502 and COT 3100 with a grade ``C'' or
better.
No! This is not credit-by-exam scheme for COP 3502 and COT 3100.
However, if you satisfy both of the following requirements, namely
- transferring from an out-of-state or a private school into
UCF
- have already completed two courses similar to COP 3502 and COT 3100
with a grade ``C'' or better
and pass the foundation exam, see your faculty advisor for course
substitutions.
Theoretically, you can attempt the exam any number of times. However, if you
failed two serious attempts, you are strongly advised to talk to your
faculty advisor before the third attempt.
Sign up for the exam at https://www.cs.ucf.edu/registration/foundations.html.
Seats are limited (just kidding :-) Sign up NOW !
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