Computer and Information Literacy (CIL)

All students must complete a four-part Computer & Information Literacy requirement to receive a bachelor's degree from WSU.  
This requirement should be completed within the first 60 credit hours of course work at WSU. It is suggested that CIL classes be taken within the first year of study. 

Remember that you must register to take the CIL exams.  Register just like any other course at WSU. 
Check the class schedule, choose the TBE exams you need, and register.

Information for the TBE CIL exams and classes can be located by clicking on the links at the top and left side of this page or choosing a link below

(press the home or the back button to return to this page):

• Overview  - for general information about the exams and classes

• CIL Instructions - explains process

• Schedule an Exam - schedule an exam time

• Practice Problems - study for the tests

• Grades - find your grades

• Online Exams - find out how to sign up for and take an online exam

• Transfer Students - find out how to transfer credit

• Flyer - printout of information

• Academic Calendar

The WSU Core Requirement is Divided into Four Parts:

• Part A: Word Processing 

• Part B: Windows, Presentations, E-Mail 

• Part C: Spreadsheets 

• Part D: Information Literacy (Internet and library science research skills)

The requirement can be satisfied by signing up for classes, taking exams, or completing a combination of both. 
Students register for the TBE exams the same as any other course at WSU.  Register for the TBE exams at your regular registration time. 

Cutoff dates for exam registration are:

• Fall Semester:         November 1

• Spring Semester     April 1

• Summer Semester:  July 1

Online Students

• Online Students how to register for online exams

• Online Student Forms to request an exam, choose a proctor, and submit student information

• Online Approval form to evaluate eligibility to register for online exams (do not fill out this form unless you want to register for the online exams.
  If you meet the requirements this form will be sent directly to Continuing Education for registration; you will receive notice if you do not qualify.