# Mathematics (AS-T)

College of the Desert · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Mathematics

Source: https://catalog.collegeofthedesert.edu/programs/mathematics/ast-mathematics/

The **Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer**, also called the Mathematics AS-T Degree, provides students with sufficient mathematical knowledge and skills to transfer with upper division status in mathematics to a university that is part of the CSU system. This degree is intended for students who are interested in the theory of mathematics and are planning to transfer to a CSU with a declared major in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or statistics. Students who complete the Mathematics AS-T will receive priority admission with junior status to an institution in the California State University system.

This Mathematics AS-T degree requires students to meet both of the following requirements:  
        (1)  Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:  
               **·**  Completion of Cal-GETC.  
               **·**  A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis. All courses in the major or area of emphasis must be completed with a minimum grade of "C" (or "P").  
        (2) Obtainment of a minimum overall grade point average of 2.0.

There are no additional graduation requirements. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

### Learning Outcomes

#### Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:

1.  Satisfy the requirements to successfully transfer to a CSU program for a degree in mathematics or a related field.
2.  Understand, analyze, and communicate mathematical arguments based on deductive reasoning.
3.  Demonstrate proficiency using quantitative reasoning and spatial reasoning in applications.

### Program Requirements

#### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core Courses** | |  |
| MATH 001A | Calculus | 4 |
| MATH 001B | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 002A | Multivariate Calculus | 4 |
| MATH 002B | Linear Algebra | 4 |
| or MATH 002C | Ordinary Differential Equations |  |
| PH 003A | Engineering Physics | 4 |
| **Required Subtotal** | | 20 |
| **Cal-GETC** | | 34 |
| **Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)** | |  |
| **DEGREE TOTAL** | | 60 |

1. Units for the major may be double counted for Cal-GETC, confer with a Counselor.
2. Elective units to reach 60 unit total must be CSU transferable, confer with a Counselor.

**Please refer to Associate Degree for Transfer (SB 1440).**