Statistics Diagnostic Test (SDT)

The Statistics Diagnostic Test (SDT) is part of the assessment process designed to identify the statistics course that is most appropriate in view of a student's background, current abilities, and future needs. The SDT is applicable only to Langara College courses and programs.

It is necessary to register for the SDT. There is a fee of $45.00 and you will be expected to have your receipt available in order to enter the testing room.

Register in person at Langara's Continuing Studies Office or by phone: 604-323-5322.

Instructions

Important information

The Statistics Diagnostic Test (SDT) is part of Langara College’s assessment process, designed to determine the most suitable statistics course for each student based on their academic background, current skills, and future program needs. The SDT is required for students who wish to enroll in STAT 1124, KINS 2206, or PSYC 2321 but do not meet the prerequisite requirements for these courses. The test assesses foundational knowledge in basic algebra, inequalities, and the equation of a line. Please note that the SDT is applicable only to Langara College courses and programs. It is not required for STAT 1181, which instead requires Calculus as a prerequisite or co-requisite.

Who needs to take SDT?

Generally, students wishing to take the following courses will write the SDT if they do not have the specified high school prerequisites from a BC high school within the last three years:

  • STAT 1124 or PSYC 2321 or KINS 2206

Students from out-of-province or those who have been away from mathematics for three or more years must write the SDT to assess their level of preparedness.

Students with the following prerequisites taken in BC (“recent” means within the past three years) do not need to write the SDT:

  • a recent C grade (or better) in Precalculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11 and wanting STAT 1124 or PSYC 2321 or KINS 2206

Students who are currently enrolled in, or have recently completed, one of these Langara courses (STAT 1124, KINS 2206 or PSYC 2321) are not normally permitted to write the SDT.

Please note that to register for STAT 1181, students need a minimum “C-“ grade in one of the following courses: MATH 1153, 1171, 1173, 1174, 1175, or equivalent (all may be taken concurrently), taken within the last three years. If a student does not meet these requirements, they may need to register for an MDT.