# Technical Mathematics - TECM (TECM) courses

Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 1 courses

Source: https://bakersfield.elumenapp.com/catalog/2026-2027-Catalog/technical-mathematics-tecm

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027.

### TECM B40 — Contemporary Mathematics for Careers

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 36 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
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 7 sections (/c/bakersfield-college/schedule/fall-2026/tecm.md); Spring 2027, 5 sections (/c/bakersfield-college/schedule/spring-2027/tecm.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Non-repeatable credit
- CSU General Education Breadth: B.4 Math/Quant. Reasoning
- BC General Education Pattern (starting Summer 2025): Area 2: Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning

This course covers the skills and tools (including technology) needed to think critically about quantitative information encountered. Emphasis is on solving real-world problems utilizing open-ended exercises that involve reading, analyzing, calculating, and clearly reporting results. Topics include: using numbers in the real world, financial literacy, statistics, probability, and linear and exponential modeling through quantitative reasoning. This course explores connections between mathematics and various facets of modern life. Not open to students who have successfully completed TECM B52.