Mathematics
17 courses · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
MATH 4 Mathematical Concepts for Elementary School Teachers
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 120
Focuses on the development of quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including real number systems and subsystems. Comprehension and analysis of mathematical concepts and applications of logical reasoning are emphasized. Designed for students preparing to teach elementary school mathematics.
MATH 25 College Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Coordinate geometry and graphing techniques; conic sections; solutions to higher degree polynomial equations; functions; polynomial, rational, inverse, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of nonlinear equations and inequalities; matrices and determinants; sequences and series; binomial expansion; mathematical induction; introduction to mathematical proof. There is a 1 hour supplemental learning requirement that can be satisfied through the success centers.
MATH 31 Plane Trigonometry
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
Trigonometric functions including definitions of the circular functions. Radian measure, graphs, inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric equations and identities, solution of right and oblique triangles, applications, vectors, complex numbers, polar coordinates and graphs, equation of conics, and rotation of axes.
MATH 45 Explorations in Quantitative Reasoning
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Skills and techniques for problem solving using mathematical methods and quantitative reasoning. Topics include: elementary logic; set theory; combinatorics and probability; statistics; and finance math. For non-STEM students who do not need Trigonometry, Calculus, or Statistics as part of their major requirement.
MATH 60 Calculus for Business
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 140
Business Calculus presents a study of the techniques of Calculus with emphasis placed on the application of these concepts to business and management related problems. The applications of derivatives and integrals of functions including polynomials, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions are studied.
MATH 61 Pre-Calculus
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 155
Preparation for calculus: polynomial, absolute value, radical, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their graphs; analytic geometry, polar coordinates. There is a 1 hour supplemental learning requirement that can be satisfied through a Chaffey College Success Center.
MATH 65A Calculus I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 211
This course includes functions, limits and continuity, differentiation of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions with applications; integration of algebraic, trigonometric, and exponential functions; and the definite integral and some applications, including rectilinear motion and average value.
MATH 65B Calculus II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: MATH 65A or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 221
Applications of the definite integral including area, volume, arc length, surfaces of revolution, work, and centroids of planar regions, differentiation and integration involving hyperbolic, inverse trigonometric and inverse hyperbolic functions, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms and improper integrals, infinite series, conic sections, polar coordinates and parametric equations.
MATH 75 Calculus III
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 80-90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: MATH 65B or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 230
Topics include: vectors; lines planes and surfaces in space, cylindrical and spherical coordinates, vector-valued functions, functions of several variables, differential calculus, including partial derivatives, chain rule, directional derivatives, gradients, implicit differential and extreme values, multiple integration, line integrals, surface integrals, Jacobians, vector theory, and theorems of Gauss, Green, and Stokes.
MATH 81 Linear Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: MATH 75
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 250
This course develops the techniques and theory needed to solve and classify systems of linear equations. Solution techniques include row operations, Gaussian elimination, and matrix algebra. Investigates the properties of vectors in two and three dimensions, leading to the notion of an abstract vector space. Vector space and matrix theory are presented including topics such as inner products, norms, orthogonality, eigenvalues, eigenspaces, and linear transformations. Selected applications of linear algebra are included.
MATH 85 Differential Equations
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: MATH 75
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 240
Methods and theory of solving ordinary differential equations; including existence of solutions, series solutions, and singular points. Laplace transforms and linear systems. Applications primarily in the physical sciences.
MATH 401 Mathematics for Health Science
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 16-18 Lecture
Course is targeted to students applying for the Nursing A.D.N. program. Topics include: metric and household systems of measurement; system conversions; adult and child dosages; and calculations involving oral, parenteral, enteral, and intravenous medication administrations.
MATH 542 Essentials of Intermediate Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 64-72 Lecture
Topics covered include the following: first degree equations and inequalities, factoring, quadratic equations and inequalities, equations with radicals, applications, exponential functions and their inverses, graphing, sequences and series, and determining linear equations in two variables.
MATH 545 Concurrent Support: Explorations in Quantitative Reasoning
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 32-36 Lecture
- Corequisite
- Concurrent Enrollment in: MATH 45
This course is designed to be taken concurrently with Math 45: Explorations in Quantitative Reasoning. The focus of this course is to review core prerequisite skills and concepts for quantitative reasoning with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving to increase likelihood of success in Math 45. This course builds quantitative literacy, connecting learning strategies and mathematical knowledge necessary for successful completion of Math 45.
MATH 560 Concurrent Support: Business Calculus
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 32-36 Lecture
- Corequisite
- Concurrent Enrollment in: MATH 60
This course is designed to be taken concurrently with Math 60: Business Calculus. The focus of this course is to review core prerequisite skills and concepts with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving to increase likelihood of success in Business Calculus. This course builds quantitative literacy, connecting learning strategies and mathematical knowledge necessary for successful completion of Math 60.
MATH 561 Concurrent Support: Pre-Calculus
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 32-36 Lecture
- Corequisite
- Concurrent Enrollment in: MATH 61
This course is designed to be taken concurrently with Math 61: Pre-Calculus. The focus of this course is to review core prerequisite skills and concepts with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving to increase likelihood of success in Pre-Calculus. This course builds quantitative literacy, connecting learning strategies and mathematical knowledge necessary for successful completion of Math 61.
MATH 565A Concurrent Support: Calculus I
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 32-36 Lecture
- Corequisite
- Concurrent Enrollment in: MATH 65A
This course is designed to be taken concurrently with Math 65A: Calculus I. The focus of this course is to review core prerequisite skills and concepts with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving to increase likelihood of success in Calculus I. This course builds quantitative literacy, connecting learning strategies and mathematical knowledge necessary for successful completion of Math 65A.