The Associate of Science in Mathematics is designed to develop students’ analytical skills and foundational understanding required for advanced studies in mathematics and fields that involve quantitative analysis. Throughout this program, students will enhance their knowledge of key mathematical concepts, including functions, calculus, linear systems, and differential equations. Emphasis is placed on cultivating the ability to communicate mathematical ideas clearly and concisely.
This degree program prepares students for transfer into upper-division mathematics programs and provides a strong academic base for disciplines that rely heavily on quantitative reasoning, such as data science, economics, physics, and computer science.
Please meet with a counselor to choose electives aligned with your transfer requirements
A.S. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Mathematics A.S. Degree will:
- Develop an understanding of how to use proper vocabulary and notation when describing mathematical concepts, including the ability to read books and documents and extract quantitative information.
- Develop appropriate computational skills including numeric calculation, evaluation of expressions, analysis of data, and application of concepts.
- Develop an understanding of the physical world, which will include the formulation of analytical skills that will aid in the process of devising questions and proposing quantitative solutions.
- Demonstrate computational skills and an understanding of mathematical reasoning that will increase self-esteem and set each student on the path of lifelong learning.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to use instructional software found by navigating the Web and found in the Windows’ environment.
- Demonstrate competency at levels appropriate to a particular course, which will prepare students for the workforce, subsequent courses, and transfer to other educational institutions.
Students receiving this degree must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the District General Education Pattern or Cal-GETC.
If transferring to a CSU or UC students are strongly recommended to complete the Cal-GETC General Education Pattern. Students looking to transfer to an out of state or private college should consult with a counselor for the appropriate GE pattern selection. - Complete with a “C” or better each course as specified by the major.
- Maintain an overall GPA of a 2.0 or better in all degree applicable coursework.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| MATH 190 | Calculus I: Late Transcendentals 1 | 5 |
| MATH 191 | Calculus II: Late Transcendentals | 5 |
| MATH 210 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry lll | 5 |
| MATH 211 | Differential Equations | 5 |
| MATH 212 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 4 |
| Select 18-20 (eighteen-twenty) units from the following courses: | ||
| Object Oriented Programming | 3 | |
| Programming Concepts and Methodology II | 3 | |
| Computer Architecture and Organization | 3 | |
| Discrete Structures | 3 | |
| Introduction to Statistics 2 | 4 | |
or STAT C1000H | Introduction to Statistics - Honors | |
| Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 | |
or ECON C2002H | Principles of Macroeconomics - Honors | |
| Physics A: Mechanics | 5 | |
or PHYS 201H | Physics A: Mechanics - Honors | |
| Physics B: Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism | 5 | |
| Physics C: Waves, Optics & Modern Physics | 5 | |
| Total Units | 42-44 | |
- 1
MATH 190 is degree applicable with or without MATH 090. If taken with MATH 090, only the units for MATH 190 will be counted towards the degree.
- 2
STAT 1000 is degree applicable with or without STAT 1000S. If taken with STAT 1000S, only the units for STAT 1000S will be counted towards the degree.
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.