Mathematics - MATH
16 courses · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
MATH B1A Precalculus I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
In this course, students prepare for calculus. Students will be able to apply their knowledge of algebraic and graphical analysis of polynomial, rational, logarithmic and exponential functions and their applications, systems of linear and nonlinear equations, graphing, inequalities, absolute value, and complex numbers upon completing the course.
MATH B1AL Precalculus I with Lab
- Units
- 4.5
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours, 27 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Preparation for calculus; the algebraic and graphical analysis of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions and their applications; systems of linear and non-linear equations, graphing, inequalities, absolute value, and complex numbers.
MATH B1B Precalculus II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of MATH B1A or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process. OR Successful completion of MATH B1AL or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- UC
In this course, students explore definitions of trigonometric functions, graphs of trigonometric functions, use of trigonometric functions in problem-solving, derivation of trigonometric identities, verification of trigonometric identities, solutions of conditional trigonometric equations, study of inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric form of complex numbers, and de Moivre's Theorem to prepare for calculus. Topics to be covered also include analytic geometry, mathematical induction, and introduction to sequences and series so that students can apply knowledge gained in this course to similar topics encountered in the calculus sequence.
MATH B2 Basic Functions and Calculus for Business
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of MATH B1A or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process. OR Successful completion of MATH B1AL or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 140
Modern concepts in mathematics emphasizing applications to business. Functions and the basic concepts of differential calculus with introductions to integral calculus and multivariable calculus. Modern concepts in mathematics emphasizing applications to business. Functions and the basic concepts of differential calculus with introductions to integral calculus and multivariable calculus.
MATH B4A Number Systems
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 120
In this course, students develop quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including real number systems and subsystems. Emphasis is placed on the comprehension and analysis of mathematical concepts and applications of logical reasoning.
MATH B6A Analytic Geometry/Calculus I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of MATH B1B or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Limits and differential calculus with an introduction to antiderivatives and integration. Includes analytic geometry and applications.
MATH B6B Analytic Geometry/Calculus II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of MATH B6A or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 221
Transcendental functions, polar functions, sequences, infinite series and methods of integration. Further exposure to techniques and applications of differential and integral calculus.
MATH B6C Calculus III
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of MATH B6B or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 230
Continuation of Calculus II. Vectors and parametric equations, vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, multiple integrals, vector analysis, including theorems of Green, Gauss and Stokes.
MATH B6D Ordinary Differential Equations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of MATH B6C or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Vector spaces and linear transformations; elementary differential equations; Laplace transforms; series solutions and systems of differential equations; matrices; eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
MATH B6E Elementary Linear Algebra
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of MATH B6C or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Real and complex number fields, vector spaces, linear transformation, matrices, systems of equations and matrix inversion, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
MATH B21 Special Projects in Mathematics
- Units
- 1-2
- Hours
- 18-36 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Individually directed work in mathematics in preparation for intercollegiate math competitions, including advanced topics, research projects, special problems and applications of mathematics to specific subject areas. Interested students should talk with their math instructors for an evaluation of their math skills. Field trips may be required.
MATH B23 Finite Mathematics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 130
In this course students will study linear functions, systems of linear equations and inequalities, matrices, linear programming, mathematics of finance, sets and Venn diagrams, combinatorial techniques and probability. These topics will be applied to problems in business, economics and the social sciences.
MATH B26 Mathematics for Liberal Arts
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Placement into College-Level mathematics using the current college process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 150
An overview of mathematics for the liberal arts student. Topics will include logic, set theory, modeling, number systems. Students will make use of mathematical reasoning.
MATH B27 College Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 151
This course will cover the algebra necessary to be successful in any transfer level math class and satisfy any non-BSTEM math requirement. Topics include solving and graphing linear, rational, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Solve systems of linear and non-linear equations and inequalities. Introduction to matrices and sequences and series.
MATH B61NC Math Jam - Review of Elementary Algebra Skills
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours
This is a review course for students who have had Pre-Algebra/Algebra 1 but who need a refresher course before proceeding to their transfer level math course. Selected topics include: Operations on real numbers, real number system, sets, solving linear equations and inequalities, problem solving, coordinate system, graphing, writing equations and using formulas for applications.
MATH B99NC Math Jam - Math Skill Building
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 lab hours
- Corequisite
- Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in STAT C1000 (formally MATH B22) or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better. OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in STAT C1000E (formally MATH B22L) or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better. OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B23 or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B26 or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B27 or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B1A or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B1AL or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B1B or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B2 or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B4A or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B6A or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B6B or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B6C or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B6D or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH B6E or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in PSYC B5 or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better OR Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in TECM B40 or MATH (C-ID MATH 110) or equivalent with a grade of C or better
This course will identify and develop specific supplementary skills students need to succeed in particular concepts fundamental to their transfer-level math class. Students will receive instruction directly from faculty experts in mathematics accompanied by highly adaptive, skill-focused, computer-based practice and lessons. The instruction is in a flipped classroom, emporium format. The students can decide how much directed instruction they need in the classroom known as the Math Learning Center. The students can choose the track that best supports their transfer-level math course.