Step 1: Access MyPalomar
Click on the link to access MyPalomar.
If you need assistance navigating MyPalomar, click on the MyPalomar Frequently Asked Questions.
Step 2: Find your placement information within MyPalomar
- Open your MyPalomar Dashboard.
- Expand the Academics tab on the left.
- Click on Test Scores/Placement tab.
For help on selecting your major at Palomar College:
- Schedule an appointment with a counselor using our online system or call the Counseling Front Desk at (760)-891-7511 (recommended)
- For transfer information, go to Assist.org
- Explore major options using the Palomar Pathways Mapper
Step 3: Palomar College Math Placement Tool
By answering the questions in this form, you will learn your math placement. To ensure proper placement, make sure you fill out each required section accurately.
Step 4: Recommended Math Course Descriptions
- First, choose your pathway: BSTEM or SLAM. Then, explore the list below to find detailed course descriptions.
Course List Details
SLAM (Statistics and Liberal Arts Math) Course List
| SLAM Course | Course Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Math 100 Math 1 | Exploring Mathematics Support for Exploring Mathematics | This course introduces students to the structure of mathematics and its applications through selected topics from logic, modern algebra, number theory and geometry. Recommended for liberal arts students. |
| Math 101 Math 14 | Quantitative Reasoning Support for Quantitative Reasoning | This course provides students with mathematical tools for understanding today's world. It includes linear and exponential functions to model growth and decay processes and compounding interest in finance situations. The course also includes an introduction to probability to calculate the likelihood of events and descriptive statistics to organize and make sense of data sets. |
| Math 105 | Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I | This course covers mathematical concepts for those students whose goal is to teach in grades K-8. Topics covered include the real number system, problem solving, other numeration systems, number theory and topics from logic and set theory. Recommended for prospective K-8 teachers. |
| Math 110 Math 11 | College Algebra Support for College Algebra | This course strengthens and expands students’ algebraic reasoning through the study of the behavior and characteristics of functions including polynomials, rational and radical functions, inverse functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Additional topics include systems of equations with an emphasis on matrix solutions, conic sections, and an introduction to sequences and series are also included. Recommended for Business and STEM majors. |
| Math 120 Math 20 | Elementary Statistics Support for Elementary Statistics | This course introduces students to statistics. Topics include sampling techniques, data organization into graphs and tables, descriptive statistics, introduction to probability, inferential statistics to facilitate decision making, and linear regression and correlation. |
| Psyc/Soc 205 | Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | This course is an introduction to statistics as applied to behavioral science data. Topics include sampling techniques, data organization into graphs and tables, descriptive statistics, introduction to probability, inferential statistics to facilitate decision making, and linear regression and correlation. |
| BUS 204 | Quantitative Business Analysis | This course is an introduction to statistics from the perspective of basing business decisions on numerical data that can be used to reduce risk in customer, product, investment, and other significant operational and strategic business decisions. |
BSTEM (Business, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Course List
| BSTEM Course | Course Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Math 110 Math 11 | College Algebra Support for College Algebra | This course strengthens and expands students’ algebraic reasoning through the study of the behavior and characteristics of functions including polynomials, rational and radical functions, inverse functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Additional topics include systems of equations with an emphasis on matrix solutions, conic sections, and an introduction to sequences and series are also included. Recommended for Business and STEM majors. |
| Math 115 | Trigonometry | This course includes trigonometric functions, right triangle trigonometry, trig identities, solving trig equations, inverse trig functions, applications, and polar coordinates. |
| Math 126 | STEM Precalculus I | This course includes the study of functions, including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. The course employs an inquiry-based approach, group work and hands-on activities. Recommended for Business and STEM majors. |
| Math 130 Math 13 | Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences | This course includes the study of functions and their graphs, along with single variable calculus, limits, differentiation, integration, and an introduction to multivariable calculus. Applications are taken from business, social science, and behavioral science. |
| Math 135 | Precalculus Mathematics | This course includes the study of trigonometric, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, absolutely value, and other functions from the graphic, numerical, analytic, and applied perspective. Other topics include conic sections and systems of linear equations. |
| Math 140 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry, First Course | This course introduces analytic geometry, differentiation and integration of functions of a single variable, and applications of differentiation. |
| Psyc/Soc 205 | Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | This course is an introduction to statistics as applied to behavioral science data. Topics include sampling techniques, data organization into graphs and tables, descriptive statistics, introduction to probability, inferential statistics to facilitate decision making, and linear regression and correlation. |
| BUS 204 | Quantitative Business Analysis | This course is an introduction to statistics from the perspective of basing business decisions on numerical data that can be used to reduce risk in customer, product, investment, and other significant operational and strategic business decisions. |
Step 5: Reach out for Placement Assistance
- Schedule an appointment with a counselor using our online system or call the Counseling Front Desk at (760)-891-7511.
- OR email assessment@palomar.edu
Step 6: Prepare for Math Success
Click below for math review options. We offer free 4-hour workshops and low-cost 3-week courses.
