Mathematics
26 courses · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026
MATH 105 Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An overview of mathematics for the liberal arts student. Topics include problem-solving, financial management, probability, statistics, and other topics such as set theory, geometry, logic, mathematical modeling, and the history of mathematics. Includes integrated review.
MATH 140 College Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Survey of advanced topics in algebra: equations, inequalities and functions involving polynomials, rationals, exponentials, and logarithms with applications and graphing; sequences and series.
MATH 150 Calculus for Biological, Management, and Social Sciences
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 140 (College Algebra) or qualifying profile from the Mathematics placement process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Single and multi-variable calculus including limits, derivatives, integrals, exponentials and logarithmic functions, and partial derivatives. Applications are drawn from Biology, Social Science, and Business.
MATH 150S Calculus for Biological, Management, and Social Sciences with Support
- Units
- 5.5
- Hours
- 126 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 140 (College Algebra) or qualifying profile from the Mathematics placement process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Single and multivariable calculus, including limits, derivatives, integrals, exponentials and logarithmic functions, and partial derivatives. Applications are drawn from Biology, Social Science, and Business. This course includes support for the concepts and skills introduced in Calculus for Biological, Management, and Social Sciences.
MATH 171 Precalculus and Trigonometry
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Study of polynomial, rational, absolute value, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, their graphs and applications. Use of trigonometric identities. An introduction to polar coordinates, sequences, series, and analytic geometry. Preparation for the Calculus sequence.
MATH 172 Algebra and Trigonometry for Calculus
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides students with the foundational mathematical concepts and skills necessary for success in first-semester calculus. Topics covered include algebraic manipulations, functions and their graphs, trigonometric functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and basic analytical geometry.
MATH 180 Single Variable Calculus I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Precalculus, or College Algebra and Trigonometry, or equivalent level with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Limits and continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic, trigonometric, and other transcendental functions. Applications including extrema tests, related rates and areas.
MATH 180H Honors Single Variable Calculus I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Precalculus, or College Algebra and Trigonometry, or equivalent level with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An in-depth honors level study of limits and continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions with the emphasis on theory and challenging problems. Applications include extrema tests, related rates and areas.
MATH 180S Single Variable Calculus I with Integrated Support
- Units
- 4.5
- Hours
- 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Precalculus, or College Algebra and Trigonometry, or equivalent level with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Limits and continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic, trigonometric, and other transcendental functions. Applications including extrema tests, related rates and areas. Includes integrated review of core mathematical skills needed to be successful in Calculus I. Intended for students that prefer to supplement learning with prerequisite skills for Calculus I.
MATH 185 Single Variable Calculus II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 180 (Single Variable Calculus I) or MATH 180H (Honors Single Variable Calculus I)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Applications of integrals, including volumes, work, arc length, and surface area. Integration techniques, differential equations, conics, parametric equations, polar coordinates, improper integrals, sequences and infinite series.
MATH 199 Mathematics Independent Study
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 080 (Intermediate Algebra) or MATH 085 (Intermediate Algebra with Integrated Support)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Students can increase their knowledge in particular areas of mathematics through individual study and/or in small groups under the direction of a mathematics professor. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) majors and future teachers are encouraged to enroll in independent study for mathematics. Divisional approval required.
MATH 203 Fundamental Concepts of Elementary Mathematics
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 90 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course emphasizes problem solving techniques and mathematical structure associated with numeration, set theory, elementary number theory, the real number system, ratio, proportion and patterns. Designed for prospective elementary teachers, this course includes activity-based explorations implementing the common core state curriculum standards.
MATH 219 Statistics and Probability - This course is now STAT C1000
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is now STAT C1000
MATH 219H Honors Statistics and Probability - This course is now STAT C1000H
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is now STAT C1000H
MATH 219S Statistics and Probability with Support - This course is now STAT C1000E
- Units
- 4.5
- Hours
- 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better. OR Qualifying profile from the mathematics placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is now STAT C1000E
MATH 225 Introduction to Data Science
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Qualifying profile from the Mathematics placement process. or Completion of any mathematics course at the Intermediate Algebra level or above with a grade of "C" or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to foundations of data science. Applications include real data from a wide range of fields. Students will use computer software for statistical analysis.
MATH 230 Statistical Computing and Exploratory Data Analysis
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 225 (Introduction to Data Science)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduces key concepts in statistical computing. Techniques such as exploratory data analysis, data visualization, simulation, and optimization methods, are presented in the context of data analysis within a statistical computing environment.
MATH 270 Discrete Mathematics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- CMPR 122 (Programming Concepts and Methodology I) Required by CID: COMP 152
- Advisory
- Anti-Requisite: CMPR 149 (Discrete Structures for Computer Science) Same C-ID number
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is an introduction to the discrete structures used in Computer Science with an emphasis on their applications. Topics include: Functions, Relations and Sets; Basic Logic; Proof Techniques; Basics of Counting, Graphs and Trees; and Discrete Probability. This course is compliant with the standards of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).
MATH 280 Intermediate Calculus
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 185 (Single Variable Calculus II)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Vectors and three-dimensional space, functions of several variables, partial derivatives and multiple integrals. Vector calculus, Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem.
MATH 287 Introduction to Linear Algebra and Differential Equations
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 185 (Single Variable Calculus II)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Topics include matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear systems of equations, linear product spaces, first and second-order differential equations, systems of differential equations, and the Laplace transform.
MATH 290 Linear Algebra
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 185 (Single Variable Calculus II)
- Advisory
- MATH 280 (Intermediate Calculus)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, matrix theory, determinants, vector spaces, inner products, orthogonality, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, linear transformations, applications, and proofs of elementary properties of linear algebra.
MATH 295 Differential Equations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MATH 185 (Single Variable Calculus II)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to ordinary differential equations including both quantitative and qualitative methods as well as applications from a variety of disciplines. Discusses both theoretical and practical aspects of solution techniques, including nth order linear equations, series solutions, Laplace Transform, and systems of first order linear equations.
MATH N40 College Algebra Support Course
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 36 contact hours total
- Corequisite
- MATH 140 (College Algebra)
Review of algebraic and arithmetic techniques required in Math 140. Practice reading and identifying important information for solving application problems, and implementing study skills to promote success in Math 140. This course is designed to provide just-in-time remediation for students who did not place directly into Math 140, or for students that would like to supplement their learning with prerequisite skills needed for Math 140.
MATH N41 Precalculus Support Course
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 36 contact hours total
- Corequisite
- MATH 171 (Precalculus and Trigonometry)
A review of selected Algebra and Trigonometry content needed to be successful in Precalculus topics such as linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, systems of equations and inequalities, conic sections, and sequences and series. This course focuses on building essential skills necessary for successful transition into the Calculus sequence.
MATH N42 Single Variable Calculus I Support Course
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 36 contact hours total
- Corequisite
- MATH 180 (Single Variable Calculus I) or MATH 180H (Honors Single Variable Calculus I)
This course offers support for the concepts and skills introduced in first-semester calculus. The course provides additional instruction in the algebra and trigonometry necessary to complete calculus problems, in addition to providing support for calculus topics like calculating limits, finding derivatives, and understanding antiderivatives.
MATH N44 Calculus for Biological, Management, and Social Sciences Support Course
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 36 contact hours total
- Corequisite
- MATH 150 (Calculus for Biological, Management, and Social Sciences)
This course offers support for the concepts and skills introduced in Calculus for Biological, Management, and Social Sciences. The course provides additional instruction in algebra topics necessary to complete calculus problems in addition to providing support for calculus topics like calculating limits, finding derivatives, and understanding antiderivatives.