Liberal Arts: Mathematics & Science

Associate in Arts Mathematics · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Award Type: Associate in Arts

Courses emphasize the natural sciences which examine the physical universe, its life forms and its natural phenomena. Courses in mathematics emphasize the development of mathematical and quantitative reasoning skills beyond the level of intermediate algebra. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the methodologies of science as investigative tools. Students will also examine the influence that the acquisition of scientific knowledge has on the development of the world’s civilizations.

The graduate of the Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts: Mathematics & Science will:

  1. Develop mathematical and quantitative reasoning skills beyond the level of intermediate algebra.
  2. Demonstrate an ability to think logically and critically in solving problems; explaining conclusions; and evaluating, supporting or critiquing the thinking matters of others.
  3. Understand the facts and principles that form the foundations of living and non-living systems.
  4. Understand experimental methodology, the testing of hypothesis, the power of systematic questioning and the influence of the scientific method on the world’s civilizations.
CourseTitleUnits
A major of 18 units is required for the degree with a minimum of one course in biological science, one course in physical science and one course in mathematics.18
Biological Sciences
ANTH C1001Introduction to Biological Anthropology0
ANTH C1001LBiological Anthropology Lab0-1
BIOL 100Introductory Biology0
BIOL 120Humans and the Environment0
BIOL 124Human Anatomy0
BIOL 125Human Physiology0
BIOL 128Microbiology0
BIOL 132Marine Biology0
BIOL 150Cellular Biology0
BIOL 154General Botany0
BIOL 155General Zoology0
Mathematics
MATH 100Nature of Modern Mathematics0
MATH 105Mathematics for Teachers0
MATH 121Trigonometry0
STAT C1000Introduction to Statistics4-0
MATH 131College Algebra0
MATH 135Calculus with Applications0
MATH 141Precalculus0
MATH C2210Calculus I: Early Transcendentals0
MATH C2220Calculus II: Early Transcendentals0
MATH 183Multivariable Calculus0
MATH 184Linear Algebra/Differential Equations0
Physical Sciences
ASTR C1001Introduction to Astronomy0
CHEM 110Chemistry and Society0
CHEM 120Introductory Chemistry0
CHEM 150General Chemistry 10
CHEM 151General Chemistry 20
GEOG 101Physical Geography0
GEOL 100Physical Geology0
GEOL 114Oceanography0
GEOL 131Geology Of California0
GEOL 141Environmental Geology0
PHSC 111Matter, Energy and Molecules0
PHSC 112Earth and the Universe0
PHYS 100Concepts In Physics0
PHYS 110Introductory Physics0
PHYS 141General Physics 10
PHYS 142General Physics 20
PHYS 161Engineering Physics 10
PHYS 162Engineering Physics 20
PHYS 163Engineering Physics 30
Total22-19

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