# Mathematics (MATH) courses

Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 22 courses

Source: https://cuesta.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/29980/29981/30037

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

### MATH 127 — INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA

- **Units:** 5
- **Hours:** 5 hours per week: (5.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade or P/NP

Broadens and adds to the concepts of elementary algebra. Such additions include rational expressions, quadratic equations, functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, inverse of functions, solving systems of two or more linear equations, and sequences and series.

### MATH 128 — APPLIED BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA

- **Units:** 6
- **Hours:** 6 hours per week: (6.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade or P/NP

Provides an alternative preparation for Introduction to Applied Statistics, College Algebra, or College Mathematics for the Humanities. Traditional beginning and intermediate algebra topics include the development of linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic equations and functions as mathematical models, inverse functions and systems of linear equations. Preparation for transfer level statistics includes an introduction to categorical and numerical data analysis, measures of center, measures of spread, and introduction to probability. Not intended for science, technology, engineering, math, or business majors.

### MATH 165S — CONCURRENT SUPPORT FOR CALCULUS I

- **Units:** 1
- **Hours:** 3 hours per week: (0.00 lecture hours/3.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours/0.00 work experience hours)
- **Corequisite:** MATH 265A
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Not Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade or P/NP

Reviews core prerequisite skills and concepts with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving to increase likelihood of success in Calculus I. Emphasizes quantitative literacy, connecting learning strategies and mathematical knowledge necessary for successful completion of Math 265A. This course is to be taken concurrently with Math 265A: Calculus I.

### MATH 193 — MATH SPECIAL TOPIC

- **Units:** 0.5 to 4
- **Hours:** 0.5 to 4 hours per week: (0.50 - 4.00 lecture hours/0.00 - 0.00 lab hours/0.00 - 0.00 activity hours)
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade or P/NP

Examines a special topic in the field of study related to the discipline offering this course.

### MATH 220 — MATHEMATICS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 3 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **C-ID:** MATH 120
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Develops quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including real number systems and subsystems; emphasis is on comprehension and analysis of mathematical concepts and applications of logical reasoning.

### MATH 227 — COLLEGE MATHEMATICS FOR TECHNICAL FIELDS

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 4 hours per week: (4.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **Transfers to:** CSU
- **Offered:** Summer 2026, 1 section (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/summer-2026/math.md); Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents a study of practical college level mathematics required in many career technical education fields. Includes topics from college algebra, trigonometry, geometry, statistics, measurement, and unit conversion.

### MATH 229 — TRIGONOMETRY

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 4 hours per week: (4.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **Advisory:** MATH 242
- **C-ID:** C-ID MATH 851. MATH 229+242 = C-ID MATH 955
- **Transfers to:** CSU
- **Offered:** Summer 2026, 1 section (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/summer-2026/math.md); Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents trigonometry from a function approach using both right triangle and circular relationships. The relationships between the angles and sides of triangles and relationships between central angles and the coordinates of points on a circle are developed. The course is designed to prepare the student for further study in the mathematics required in the sciences and technical areas.

### MATH 230 — COLLEGE MATHEMATICS FOR THE HUMANITIES

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 3 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Summer 2026, 1 section (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/summer-2026/math.md); Fall 2026, 6 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents applications of intermediate algebra and critical thinking to solving contemporary problems in mathematics. Topics include mathematical reasoning with four additional topics selected from number systems, number theory, finance, computer applications, probability, statistics and mathematical modeling.

### MATH 231 — TRIGONOMETRY WITH GEOMETRIC FOUNDATIONS

- **Units:** 5
- **Hours:** 5 hours per week: (5.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **C-ID:** C-ID MATH 851. MATH 231+242 = C-ID MATH 955
- **Transfers to:** CSU
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents the entire content of MATH 229 Trigonometry with additional geometry concepts. Topics include trigonometric functions, equations, graphs, identities, and solution of triangles. Also includes geometric congruence, properties of polygons, parallel lines, similarity, areas, and volumes.

### MATH 232 — COLLEGE ALGEBRA

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 4 hours per week: (4.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **C-ID:** MATH 150
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Summer 2026, 2 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/summer-2026/math.md); Fall 2026, 5 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents a study of college algebra and analytic geometry with an emphasis on mathematical modeling. Covers such topics as algebraic equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, zeros of functions, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections, and systems of equations.

### MATH 236 — INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED STATISTICS

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 3 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** MATH 127 or MATH 126B or MATH 128 or equivalent with a minimum grade of C or better.
- **C-ID:** MATH 110
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents an introduction to the study of basic descriptive and inferential statistical methods, with an emphasis on applications, to prepare students for work in the disciplines of psychology, sociology, education, life sciences, and applied science.

### MATH 242 — PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA

- **Units:** 5
- **Hours:** 5 hours per week: (5.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **C-ID:** C-ID MATH 151. MATH 229+242 or MATH 231+242 = C-ID MATH 955
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Summer 2026, 2 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/summer-2026/math.md); Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents a study of precalculus algebra and analytic geometry. Covers such topics as algebraic equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, zeros of functions, polynomial functions, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, parametric equations, conic sections, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, determinants, sequences and series. The course is designed to prepare the student for calculus.

### MATH 248 — FOUNDATIONS OF DATA SCIENCE

- **Units:** 4
- **Hours:** 4 hours per week: (4.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Introduces the foundations of data science from three perspectives: inferential statistical thinking, computational thinking, and real-world relevance. Focuses on analyzing real-world data using computer programming tools used in industry. Explores social issues surrounding data analysis such as privacy and design.

### MATH 255 — CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 3 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Appropriate placement or MATH 232 or MATH 242 or equivalent course
- **C-ID:** MATH 140
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents a study of the techniques of calculus with emphasis placed on the application of these concepts to business and management. The applications of derivatives and integrals of functions including polynomials, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions are studied.

### MATH 263 — PRECALCULUS WITH TRIGONOMETRY

- **Units:** 6
- **Hours:** 6 hours per week: (6.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
- **Prerequisite:** Intermediate Algebra or equivalent or eligibility for transfer-level math using the current college process.
- **Transfers to:** CSU
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Designed to prepare students for calculus. Presents a study of college algebra, trigonometry, analytic geometry, and an introduction to vectors and polar coordinates.

### MATH 265A — CALCULUS I

- **Units:** 5
- **Hours:** 5 hours per week: (5.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** MATH 242 and MATH 229 or MATH 231 or Equivalent Precalculus and Trigonometry classes
- **C-ID:** C-ID MATH 210. MATH 265A+265B = C-ID MATH 900S
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Summer 2026, 1 section (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/summer-2026/math.md); Fall 2026, 7 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents a study of analytic geometry, limits, continuity, the calculus of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions as well as applications of the derivative and integral. Every topic will be taught geometrically, numerically, and algebraically.

### MATH 265B — CALCULUS II

- **Units:** 5
- **Hours:** 5 hours per week: (5.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** MATH 265A
- **C-ID:** C-ID MATH 220. MATH 265A+265B = C-ID MATH 900S
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Summer 2026, 1 section (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/summer-2026/math.md); Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents a continuing study on integration, some first and second order differential equations, infinite sequences and series, Taylor series, parameterized curves, polar curves, and their applications. Every topic will be taught geometrically, numerically, and algebraically.

### MATH 283 — CALCULUS III: MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS

- **Units:** 5
- **Hours:** 5 hours per week: (5.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** MATH 265B (Calculus II) or equivalent with a minimum grade of C or better.
- **C-ID:** MATH 230
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents a study of vectors, differentiation and integration of multiple variable functions, parametric curves in two and three dimensions, optimization, line integrals, and the calculus of vector fields. Specific topics include vector functions, partial derivatives, surfaces, parametric equations, multiple integrals (with rectangular, polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates), and vector calculus (including line integrals, flux integrals, Greens Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes Theorem). Every topic will be taught geometrically, numerically, and algebraically.

### MATH 287 — ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS AND LINEAR ALGEBRA

- **Units:** 5
- **Hours:** 5 hours per week: (5.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** MATH 265B
- **C-ID:** MATH 910S
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/cuesta-college/schedule/fall-2026/math.md)
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade Only

Presents a study of separable and linear ordinary differential equations with selected applications; numerical and analytical solutions; second order differential equations; Laplace transforms. Delves into Linear Algebra with a study of vectors in n-space, matrices, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization; applies linear algebra in the study of systems of linear differential equation.

### MATH 290 — INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH

- **Units:** 1
- **Hours:** 1 hours per week: (1.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- **Prerequisite:** STAT C1000 or MATH 283 or MATH 287 or Instructor Approval or
- **Corequisite:** STAT C1000 or MATH 283 or MATH 287
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade or P/NP

Introduces students to the fundamentals of mathematical research, including reading journal articles and working on open problems in mathematics or STEM. Includes instruction on writing up research results using an industry standard typesetting program, such as LaTeX, and finding opportunities to have original work published or disseminated.

### MATH 291 — INTERMEDIATE RESEARCH

- **Units:** 1
- **Hours:** 1 hours per week: (1.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
- **Prerequisite:** MATH 290
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade or P/NP

Provides students the opportunity for further experience and independence in mathematical research, either continuing research begun in Math 290 or starting a new research topic. Includes finding relevant journal articles, working on open problems in mathematics, writing up research results using an industry standard typesetting program, and finding opportunities to have original work published or disseminated.

### MATH 295 — UNDERGRADUATE STEM SEMINAR

- **Units:** 1 to 2
- **Hours:** 1 to 2 hours per week: (1.00 - 2.00 lecture hours/0.00 - 0.00 lab hours/0.00 - 0.00 activity hours)
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Letter Grade or P/NP

Introduces students to a variety of STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) using a seminar format. Explores a broad range of academic and career opportunities in STEM. Emphasizes professional and personal skills for success in STEM. Same as ANTH 295, BIO 295, ENGR 295, PSCI 295.