Computer Science Placement Test
This test assesses if you are ready for COSI 12B "Advanced Programming Techniques in Java." It will test your knowledge of Java syntax, control flow, ability to trace code, primitive data types versus reference types. You will need to demonstrate good knowledge of the Scanner, String, and Math classes, familiarity with fundamental concepts of classes and objects, and fluency working with arrays. If you need to refresh those topics, we advise you take a look at the book that will be used in COSI 12B "Building Java Programs" by S. Reges and M. Stepp (any edition will suffice). The first 8 chapters cover what you will be tested on.
The self-administered test may be taken once per semester, so incoming students should take it in early May or June prior to their first semester. A different, but equivalent, test will open again before the start of classes, to allow graduate students to study over the summer if they did not pass the first time. Please note that you have one hour and thirty minutes to answer 25 questions.
If you have test accommodations, please contact us via email with your accommodation letter. We need the letter no less than 48 hours in advance. If you have questions about documenting a disability or requesting accommodations, please contact Student Accessibility Support (SAS) or call 781.736.3470.