Mathematics
15 courses · Woodland Community College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
MATH-C2210 Calculus I: Early Transcendentals
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH20 + MATH21, or MATH7, or placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 210
A first course in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include limits and continuity of functions, techniques and applications of differentiation, an introduction to integration, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. This course is primarily intended for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors.
MATH-C2220 Calculus II: Early Transcendentals
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Satisfactory completion of MATHC2210 or MATH1A, or by placement
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 220
A second course in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include applications of integration, techniques of integration, infinite sequences and series, and the calculus of parametric and polar equations. This course is primarily intended for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors.
MATH-1C Multivariable Calculus
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Satisfactory completion of MATHC2220
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 230
Vector valued functions, calculus of functions of more than one variable, partial derivatives, multiple integration, Green’s theorem, Stokes’ theorem, divergence theorem.
MATH-2 Ordinary Differential Equations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Satisfactory completion of MATHC2220
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 240
The course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including both quantitative and qualitative methods as well as applications from a variety of disciplines. Introduces the theoretical aspects of differential equations, including establishing when solutions(s) exist, and techniques for obtaining solutions, including, series solutions, Laplace transforms and linear systems.
MATH-3 Linear Algebra
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Satisfactory completion of MATHC2220
- 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-7 Precalculus
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Intermediate Algebra or equivalent, or by placement
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- MATH 155
Preparation for calculus: polynomial, absolute value, radical, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their graphs; analytic geometry, polar coordinates
MATH-9 Calculus for Business, Social and Life Sciences
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 63 lecture hours, 27 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Satisfactory completion of MATHC2210 or placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 140
Topics of calculus including differentiation, integration, graphs, limits, and rates. Applications from economics, business, life science, and behavioral science.
MATH-11 Introduction to Mathematical Ideas
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Intermediate Algebra or equivalent, or by placement
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is focused on the spirit of mathematics through a study of engaging mathematical ideas: finance math, inductive and deductive reasoning, problem-solving strategies, methods of proof, logic, numeration and mathematical systems, probability and statistics, set theory, and voting and apportionment. This course is not recommended for students entering elementary school teaching, business administration majors, or STEM majors.
MATH-20 College Algebra
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Satisfactory completion of MATH52 or by placement.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MATH 151
College level course in algebra for majors in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Topics include polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, absolute value, and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, theory of polynomial equations, and analytic geometry.
MATH-21 Plane Trigonometry
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Satisfactory completion of MATH52 or by placement
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- MATH 851
The study of trigonometric functions, their inverses and their graphs, identities and proofs related to trigonometric expressions, trigonometric equations, solving right triangles, solving triangles using the Law of Cosines and the Law of Sines, polar coordinates, and introduction to vectors.
MATH-52 Intermediate Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Elementary algebra course or equivalent, or by placement
Fundamental operations of algebra; linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; exponents and polynomials; rational expressions; radicals and fractional exponents; graph of a straight line; linear and quadratic system of equations; conic sections; exponential and logarithmic functions.
MATH-58 Mathematics for Everyday Living
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Elementary algebra course or equivalent, or by placement
Interpretation of and reasoning with quantitative information. Coverage of logic; units analysis; uses of percentages, ratios, and indices; financial management; and statistics.
MATH-101 Elementary Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
Introductory algebra. Topics include: signed numbers, graphing, linear equations, and systems of linear equations in two variables.
MATH-501 Math Preparation for BSTEM Success
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 16–18 lecture hours
Review of algebraic skills to be successful in BSTEM (Business, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses. Topics of review include fundamental operations on algebraic expressions and functions; simplify polynomial and rational expressions; apply properties of exponents and evaluate exponential expressions and functions; and solve linear systems of equations with elimination and substitution.
MATH-502 Math Preparation for Statistics Success
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 16–18 lecture hours
Review of arithmetic and algebraic skills that are required to be successful in college statistics. Topics include the numerical operations, conversions, graphing lines and inequalities, solving equations. Introduction into basic vocabulary and concepts of statistics. Emphasis on critical reading and thinking skills as they pertain to college statistics.