prerequisite module

[/ˌprɛrɪˈkwɪzɪt ˈmɒdjuːl/]
nounpl: prerequisite modules
módulo pré-requisito
1. A required course or educational unit that must be completed before a student can enroll in a more advanced course or program
Statistics is a prerequisite module for Advanced Data Analysis.
Estatística é um módulo pré-requisito para Análise de Dados Avançada.
2. A foundational component or software module that must be installed or implemented before a dependent system can function
The authentication module is a prerequisite module for the payment system.
O módulo de autenticação é um módulo pré-requisito para o sistema de pagamento.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian and American higher education systems to describe course sequences and academic progression. In Brazil, it reflects the structured curriculum system where students must complete foundational courses before advancing. In technology sectors across both countries, it describes dependency management in software architecture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
required modulefoundational courseprerequisite courseprerequisite requirement
Antonyms / Antônimos
elective moduleoptional courseadvanced module

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
módulo pré-requisito
Most common term in Brazilian educational contexts
São Paulo
disciplina pré-requisito
Alternative usage emphasizing course/subject aspect
Portugal
módulo pré-requisito or disciplina obrigatória prévia
Portuguese variation may emphasize mandatory prior requirement
Technical/Computing
módulo dependência or módulo base
Used in software development and IT contexts

Related Words

curriculumcourse sequenceacademic requirementcorequisitecompetencylearning objective

Related Idioms & Phrases

jump through hoops
meet the requirements
clear the bar
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