College Prep Zone

The College Prep Zone is committed to providing high-quality academic support to students and instructors throughout the semester.

Our Mission

Our mission in the College Prep Zone is to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment in which students can receive help with improving their basic math and English abilities. CPZ tutors help students to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to succeed in their college courses. We support students through a variety of services including tutoring, group study sessions, test preparation, study skills, and much more.

At the CPZ, we believe that every student has the intelligence, ability, and desire to be successful. Accordingly, we strive to create a welcoming, respectful, and collaborative learning community, where all levels of learners can grow, succeed, and achieve their goals.

The safety of our students and employees remains as our highest priority. Accordingly, please review the following information regarding the College Prep Zone and the available tutoring services for the semester:

Tutoring services will be available in the following formats:

  • In-person walk-in tutoring with an RRCC tutor (Lakewood campus only). Students can drop in and meet with a tutor at any time during normal hours of operation (listed below). The College Prep Zone is located in the Learning Commons, just across from the Library
  • Zoom math tutoring by appointment with CPZ tutor (Click Here to access those directions)
  • Online, 24/7, through TutorMe (Click Here to access those directions)

Additional Resources

  • Computers are available in the College Prep Zone for general student use.
  • Accessibility Services provides students with assistance to students with diagnosed learning disabilities.
  • The Assessment Center provides information for students who are preparing to take the academic placement test.
  • Free tutoring is available for other college classes as well.
  • Handouts and other supplemental resources are available in the College Prep Zone:
    • Writing/reading handouts
    • Math handouts
    • Practice exercises
    • Note-taking tips
    • Study tips
    • Test-taking tips
In-Person Walk-in Tutoring

Students can visit the College Prep Zone at any time during normal hours of operation (listed below) to meet with an RRCC tutor--no appointment necessary!

Red Rocks Community College has created a special place where students in College-Prep classes can get free tutoring for the following courses:

English
  • ENG-0092
  • ENG-0094
Math
  • MAT-0240
  • MAT-0250
  • MAT-0260
  • MAT-0300
  • MAT-1140
Math and English Tutoring

Tutors are always available in the CPZ to help students with assignments for their math & English courses, including but not limited to:

  • The Reading Process:
    • Pre-reading
    • Note-taking
    • Analysis
  • The Writing Process:
    • Pre-Writing
    • Drafting
    • Revision
    • Editing

  • The Reading Process
  • The Writing Process
  • Rhetorical Appeals (ethos, pathos, logos)
  • Summary/Response
  • Writing Concepts:
    • Audience
    • Purpose
    • Argumentation
    • Writing types

  • Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division
  • Ratios, Proportions, Percentages
  • Fractions & Decimals
  • Solving Equations
  • Graphing & Linear Relationships
  • Exponents
  • Polynomials
  • Factoring
  • Integers (Positive & Negative Numbers)
  • Word Problems
  • Geometry
  • Basic Algebra
  • Basic Statistics (Mean, Median, Mode)

  • Radicals
  • Linear Systems
  • Polynomials
  • Factoring
  • Functions
  • Quadratics
  • Rational Equations and Expressions
  • Word Problems

  • Sets and Set Properties
  • Logic and Truth Tables
  • Basic Financial Math
  • Simple Interest
  • Compound Interest
  • Linear Equations
  • Exponent Rules
  • Counting Rules
  • Histograms and Box Plots
  • Measures of Center
  • Measures of Variation

  • Sampling & Study Design
  • Histograms & Box Plots
  • Measures of Center
  • Measures of Variation
  • Basic Probability Rules
  • Categorical Variables
  • Quantitative Variables
  • Scatter Plots
  • Regression Lines & Equations
  • Skewness & Normality
  • Excel Basics

Who Are the Tutors?

All of our CPZ tutors are trained professionals who are respectful, friendly, and very helpful. They are not only knowledgeable about math and English, but they are passionate about helping students to succeed in their academic coursework. Many of our tutors are either current or former math and English instructors, here at RRCC.

Test Preparation and Study Skills

Our tutors prepare students for upcoming tests and provide effective study skills.

Test Preparation:

Tutors can also help students to prepare for upcoming tests by providing information on:

  • Test Reviews--free, walk-in test reviews (with complimentary snacks!) are held throughout the semester for every major exam in Math 0250 & 0300. See the current test review schedule available in the CPZ.
  • Test Taking Strategies
  • Test Anxiety
  • Group Study Sessions

Study Skills:

Tutors are also available to discuss effective study skills such as:

  • Productive Study Strategies
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time Management
  • Note-taking
  • Effective Reading Strategies
Location and Hours

The College Prep Zone is located in the Learning Commons, on the second floor, just across from the library.

Math Tutoring Hours

Fall/Spring

  • Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Summer

  • Monday - Thursday:  9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

English Tutoring Hours:

  • Monday - Thursday:
    • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The College Prep Zone is CLOSED on Saturdays and Sundays.