Prerequisite Override
When attempting to register for a course in which a prerequisite is needed, the registration system will prompt the student of the requirement.
IF the prerequisite requirements have in fact been met (at another institution or via another course equivalent at Cal Poly), the student must contact the Department Office offering the course or Advising Center to request a "permission" to get into the class. If the prerequisite override ("permission") has been approved, the department will then do one of two things :
1. .they may issue a permission number, that you would use in conjunction with the class number to enroll in the class via CPReg. ~ or ~
2. They may issue a "student specific permission" which would allow you to just go directly into CPReg and enroll in the course just using the class number.
The department will let you know which way is appropriate to your needs.
When to prepare for a"permission" ?
For students choosing WAITLIST for closed classes via CPReg: Course section requirements must be met, PRIOR to enrollment requests. Refer to the Quarterly Schedule and the Cal Poly Catalog for pre-requisite details.
Important Note: Students who have completed pre-requisite courses at other institutions must contact the department(s) offering the Cal Poly course(s) for information regarding registration restrictions. Please be advised that having a copy of your transcripts from the other institution may be required.
***A permission will only override the 'prerequisite' issue and will NOT override a 'closed class/section full' issue and will not over ride a time conflict.***
