Academic Catalog

Mathematics (AS-T)

Department website: https://www.cerritos.edu/mathematics/

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE FOR TRANSFER (AS-T)

By successfully completing the courses for an Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer degree at Cerritos College, students will gain a practical and theoretical understanding for future studies involving mathematics. The role of mathematics is vital and growing, providing methods for finding solutions to problems in a wide range of sciences: social, biological, physical, behavioral, and managerial. More generally, mathematics is necessary for understanding and expressing ideas in science, engineering, and human affairs.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

  • Students utilize mathematical and problem solving techniques to solve real world applications.
  • Student distinguish between differentiation and integration techniques.
  • Students employ mathematical symbols, notation and syntax appropriately.
  • Students explain definitions and theorems and apply them appropriately in formulating proofs.
  • Students use appropriate technology to foster mathematical thinking and understanding.

Program Requirements

Code Number Course Title Units
Required Core
MATH 170Analytic Geometry and Calculus I4.0
MATH 190Analytic Geometry and Calculus II4.0
MATH 225Calculus III5.0
List A: Select one (5 Units)
MATH 250Linear Algebra and Differential Equations5.0
List B: Select One (3.5-4.5 Units)3.5-4.5
Engineering Physics (4)
Programming in C/C++ (3.5)
Introduction to Statistics (4-4.5)
Enhanced Elementary Statistics
Total Units21.5-22.5

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE FOR TRANSFER DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

  1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. 
  2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require a higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor for more information.)
  3. Completion of the major with a grade of "C" or better in each course or a "P" if the course was taken on a Pass/No Pass basis and the "P" is equal to a "C" or better. 
  4. Completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC). The CSU GE (California State University General Education-Breadth) or IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum) pattern may be used in some cases; please see a counselor for details.