Math Lab

General Information

Any PRCC student enrolled in a mathematics course for the current semester can use the Math Lab.  This includes both on-campus and online students.  The Math Lab is a computer lab where students can view mathematics lessons, complete homework assignments, receive help from faculty and student workers, and take tests.   
Please note that the Forrest County Campus Math Lab is for homework only. Testing in the Math Lab on the Forrest County Campus is for on-campus students only.   

A bachelor’s degree in mathematics will prepare you for fascinating jobs in statistics, actuarial sciences, mathematical modeling, and cryptography; for teaching; as well as for graduate school leading to a research career in mathematics or statistics. A strong background in mathematics is also necessary for research in many areas of computer science, social science, and engineering.

Location:

Poplarville: Science Building, Room 119

Forrest County: Building 1, Room 112

Hours of Operation:

Poplarville Campus:
Monday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Forrest County Campus:
Monday 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.     
Tuesday 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday 7:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Testing Information

Poplarville Campus: 

No appointment is necessary; however, please give yourself at least 30 minutes to complete a test.  No one is allowed to begin a test within 30 minutes of the lab closing. Testing in the Math Lab on the Poplarville Campus is for on-campus students and online math students. If you have additional questions, you may call the Math Lab at (601) 403-1087. 

Forrest County Campus: 

Testing in the Math Lab on the Forrest County Campus is for on-campus students only.  Appointments are required.  If you have additional questions, you may call the Math Lab at (601) 554-5563. 

Requirements for Testing

Ensure you read and meet all the listed requirements to participate in testing associated with the Math Lab. Failure to follow instructions may result in your inability to complete testing.

Math Lab
FAQs

A:    Poplarville campus – Science Building, Room 119
Forrest County Campus: Math “Homework” Lab Only – Building 1, Room 112

A:    Poplarville campus –         Monday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
                                                Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
                                                Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
                                                Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
                                                Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Forrest County Campus –         Monday 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
                                                Tuesday 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
                                                Wednesday 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
                                                Thursday 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
                                                Friday 7:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

A:    Poplarville (On-Campus Students): 
Location: Science Building, Room 119 (Ground Level)
No appointment is necessary; however, please give yourself at least 30 minutes to complete a test. No one is allowed to begin a test within 30 minutes of the lab closing. To make an appointment, contact Mrs. Johnson at majohnson@prcc.edu or 601-403-1087.

Forrest County Campus:
Location: Library/Learning Lab
For all redesign students, no appointment is needed. Walk in the Learning Lab and request to test. For online students and non-redesign math tests, make an appointment with the Learning Lab following these instructions:

  1. Go to www.prcc.edu
    a.    Click on “Academics”
    b.    Click on “Libraries”
    c.    On the left menu, click “Schedule a Proctored Test”
  2. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on “Forrest County Center Traditional/Hybrid/Other University Appointments.”
    (Do NOT click the “Book Now” button.)
  3. Click the appropriate exam group.  Math is Traditional/Hybrid.
  4. Click the appropriate exam title bar. Ex: Runnels, S. Clark, Duke, Donohue, Strahan
  5. Select your desired test date and time. IF the system does not allow you to schedule a specific time, the lab is either full or your test is not available at this time.
  6. Fill in the required information and click register.
  7. A confirmation email will be sent to the email you provided. You do not have an appointment if you do not receive a confirmation email.

You must bring a valid photo ID and a blue book for testing. Blue books may be purchased in the bookstore. No cell phones, food, drink, children, headgear, or pocket outerwear are allowed.
Online Students: Please follow the directions provided to you by your instructor in your course.

A:    All students should bring a photo ID (student ID), a pencil, and a blue book.

A:    Any PRCC student enrolled in a mathematics course for the semester in question.

A:    The Math Lab is a computer lab where students can view mathematics lessons, complete homework assignments, receive help from faculty and student workers, and take tests.  
Please note the FCC Math Lab is for homework only. All testing on the Forrest County Campus is done in the Library/Learning Lab.

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