Math Course Options:

Math 140 (5 hrs/wk) or Math 140E (7 hrs/wk)

If you feel you would be more successful with an additional 2-hours of course time that is dedicated to ensuring you are successful in the background knowledge for this class, then choose the Math 140E. 

*See a counselor and/or use the Course Advising Guide for a specific recommendation.

Math Course Options:

All STEM majors have direct access to Calculus 1 Enhanced (MATH 140E), but given the last MATH class you took, you are allowed to take a single course prior to taking calculus. 

•    Math 132E (Essentials for Calculus 1 – 6 hrs/wk): A single course intended to help students prepare for Calculus 1. Students who continue to calculus should take Math 140E (7 hrs/wk). Math 132E is not suggested for students who need to take Calculus 2 (Math 141) but if needed, take Math 141E (6 hrs/wk).  

•    MATH 135 (Pre-Calculus – 5 hrs/wk) with MATH 97 (Mathematics Topics – 2 hrs/wk): These are two linked courses. These linked courses are intended to prepare students for both Calculus 1 (Math 140 – 5 hrs/wk) and Calculus 2 (Math 141 – 4 hours/wk). Students who continue to calculus can choose to take the standard or enhanced courses.

•    MATH 140E (Calculus, First Course Enhanced – 7 hrs/wk): For students confident in their math skills and able to learn and apply content from algebra and trigonometry, while taking calculus. Students continuing to Calculus 2, will also need to take Math 141E (Calculus, Second Course Enhanced – 6 hrs/wk)

Math Course Options:

All STEM majors have direct access to Calculus 1 Enhanced (MATH 140E), but given the last MATH class you took, you are allowed to take a single course or a two course sequence prior to taking calculus. 

•    MATH 110E (College Algebra – 6 hrs/wk) then MATH 115E (Trigonometry – 5 hrs/wk): These courses are for students who need more time to engage with the content intended to prepare you for calculus. Students who continue to calculus can choose to take the standard or enhanced courses.

•    Math 132E (Essentials for Calculus 1 – 6 hrs/wk):A single course intended to help students prepare for Calculus 1. Students who continue to calculus should take Math 140E (7 hrs/wk). Math 132E is not suggested for students who need to take Calculus 2 (Math 141) but if needed, take Math 141E (6 hrs/wk).  

•    MATH 135 (Pre-Calculus – 5 hrs/wk) with MATH 97 (Mathematics Topics – 2 hrs/wk): These are two linked courses. These linked courses are intended to prepare students for both Calculus 1 (Math 140 – 5 hrs/wk) and Calculus 2 (Math 141 – 4 hours/wk). Students who continue to calculus can choose to take the standard or enhanced calculus courses.

•    MATH 140E (Calculus, First Course Enhanced – 7 hrs/wk): For students confident in their math skills and able to learn and apply content from algebra and trigonometry, while taking calculus. Students continuing to Calculus 2, will also need to take Math 141E (Calculus, Second Course Enhanced – 6 hrs/wk)

Math Course Options:

Calculus Options:

Some majors in this group are required to take an applied business calculus course (Math 130), but not all. Some do not have a calculus requirement, and others require Calculus 1 (Math 140). You may need to check with your transfer institution (www.assist.org). Taking Math 140 changes your math placement. Talk to a counselor to determine if this is the best route and to understand your degree requirements before signing up for the courses listed below. 

•    MATH 130 (Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences is a calculus course designed for those needing an applied approach to calculus.

Those who want additional support have the option to take the enhanced version MATH 130E (6 hrs/wk).

Statistics Options:

Many of the majors in this group require a course in statistics. Palomar offers four different versions. Check with a counselor to make sure you pick the best course for your degree and future transfer institution.

•    STAT C1000 (Elementary Statistics – 4 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

Those who want additional support have the option to take the enhanced version STAT C1000E (6 hrs/wk).

•    BUS 204 (Quantitative Business Analysis – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course for the applied sciences 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.

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

Math Course Options:

Calculus Options:

Some majors in this group are required to take an applied business calculus course, but not all. Some do not have a calculus requirement, and others require Calculus 1 (Math 140). You may need to check with your transfer institution (www.assist.org). Taking Math 140 changes your math placement. Talk to a counselor to determine if this is the best route and to understand your degree requirements before signing up for the courses listed below. 

•    MATH 130E (Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences Enhanced– 6 hrs/wk): Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences is a calculus course designed for those needing an applied approach to calculus.

Statistics Options:

Many of the majors in this group require a course in statistics. Palomar offers four different versions. Check with a counselor to make sure you pick the best course for your degree and future transfer institution.

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

•    BUS 204 (Quantitative Business Analysis – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course for the applied sciences 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.

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

Math Course Options:

The programs in this pathway usually require PSY/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences), with the exception of Sociology which also allows students to take Soc 180 (Social Justice Statistics).

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

Math Course Options:

The programs in this pathway usually require PSY/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences), with the exception of Sociology which also allows students to take Soc 180 (Social Justice Statistics).

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

Math Course Options:

The programs in this pathway usually require PSY/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences), with the exception of Sociology which also allows students to take Soc 180 (Social Justice Statistics).

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

Math Course Options:

•    MATH 110 (College Algebra – 4 hrs/wk): College Algebra provides the core algebra concepts for STEM.

•    STAT C1000 (Elementary Statistics – 4 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

•    MATH 130 (Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences is a calculus course designed for those needing an applied approach to calculus.

Those who want additional support have the option to take the enhanced versions MATH 110E (6 hrs/wk), STAT C1000E (6 hrs/wk), or MATH 130E (6 hrs/wk).

Please note, Math 140 (Calculus, First Course) may be an option for your major and might be preferred at your transfer institution. Taking Math 140 changes your math placement. Talk to a counselor to determine if this is the best route.

Math Course Options:

•    MATH 110E (College Algebra – 6 hrs/wk): College Algebra provides the core algebra concepts for STEM.

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

•    MATH 130E (Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences – 6 hrs/wk): Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences is a calculus course designed for those needing an applied approach to calculus.

Please note, Math 140 (Calculus, First Course) may be an option for your major and might be preferred at your transfer institution. Taking Math 140 changes your math placement. Talk to a counselor to determine if this is the best route.

Math Course Options:

•    MATH 110E (College Algebra – 6 hrs/wk): College Algebra provides the core algebra concepts for STEM.

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

•    MATH 130E (Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences – 6 hrs/wk): Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences is a calculus course designed for those needing an applied approach to calculus.

Please note, Math 140 (Calculus, First Course) may be an option for your major and might be preferred at your transfer institution. Taking Math 140 changes your math placement. Talk to a counselor to determine if this is the best route.

Math Course Options:

Your program requires you to take a math course designed for prospective teachers. Below is the first course in that series.

•    MATH 105 (Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I – 3 hrs/wk): Selected topics from the real number system including properties and operations with integers and rational numbers as fractions and decimals. Additional topics include problem solving, numeration systems, number theory, and topics in logic and set theory. Recommended for prospective teachers.

Note: Math 105 meets Palomar College’s District Associate degree requirements, however it does not satisfy the requirements for satisfying Cal-GETC (or any degree offered by Palomar requiring Cal-GETC completion). Students planning to transfer to a CSU may be able to utilize the General Education pattern at the CSU which will allow the use of MATH 105 to meet their admissions requirement for math.

Generally, MATH 101, STAT C1000, PSYC/SOC 205, or SOC 180 are good options to be considered for students planning to complete Cal-GETC. Check with a counselor to make sure you pick the best course for your degree and future transfer institution.

•    MATH 101 (Practical Math: Quantitative Reasoning – 3 hrs/wk): Develop and understand the math behind linear and exponential growth, financial literacy, and predicting outcomes through probability.

Those who want additional support, have the option to take the enhanced version Math 101E (5 hrs/wk).

•    STAT C1000 (Elementary Statistics – 4 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

Those who want additional support, have the option to take the enhanced version STAT C1000E (6 hrs/wk).

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

Math Course Options:

Your program requires you to take a math course designed for prospective teachers. Below is the first course in that series.

•    MATH 105 (Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I – 3 hrs/wk): Selected topics from the real number system including properties and operations with integers and rational numbers as fractions and decimals. Additional topics include problem solving, numeration systems, number theory, and topics in logic and set theory. Recommended for prospective teachers.

Note: Math 105 meets Palomar College’s District Associate degree requirements, however it does not satisfy the requirements for satisfying Cal-GETC (or any degree offered by Palomar requiring Cal-GETC completion). Students planning to transfer to a CSU may be able to utilize the General Education pattern at the CSU which will allow the use of MATH 105 to meet their admissions requirement for math.

Generally, MATH 101E, STAT C1000E, PSYC/SOC 205, or SOC 180 are good options to be considered for students planning to complete Cal-GETC. Check with a counselor to make sure you pick the best course for your degree and future transfer institution.

•    MATH 101E (Practical Math: Quantitative Reasoning – 5 hrs/wk): Develop and understand the math behind linear and exponential growth, financial literacy, and predicting outcomes through probability.

Those who do not want additional support, have the option to take the non-enhanced version MATH 101 (3 hrs/wk).

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

Those who do not want additional support, have the option to take the non-enhanced version STAT C1000 (4 hrs/wk).

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

Math Course Options:

Your program requires you to take a math course designed for prospective teachers. Below is the first course in that series.

•    MATH 105 (Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I – 3 hrs/wk): Selected topics from the real number system including properties and operations with integers and rational numbers as fractions and decimals. Additional topics include problem solving, numeration systems, number theory, and topics in logic and set theory. Recommended for prospective teachers.

Note: Math 105 meets Palomar College’s District Associate degree requirements, however it does not satisfy the requirements for satisfying Cal-GETC (or any degree offered by Palomar requiring Cal-GETC completion). Students planning to transfer to a CSU may be able to utilize the General Education pattern at the CSU which will allow the use of MATH 105 to meet their admissions requirement for math.

Generally, MATH 101E, STAT C1000E, PSYC/SOC 205, or SOC 180 are good options to be considered for students planning to complete Cal-GETC. Check with a counselor to make sure you pick the best course for your degree and future transfer institution.

•    MATH 101E (Practical Math: Quantitative Reasoning – 5 hrs/wk): Develop and understand the math behind linear and exponential growth, financial literacy, and predicting outcomes through probability.

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

Math Course Options:

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

This placement meets Palomar College’s course requirements: SOC 180. Check with a counselor to ensure this course meets the requirements for your transfer institution.

Math Course Options:

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

This placement meets Palomar College’s course requirements: SOC 180. Check with a counselor to ensure this course meets the requirements for your transfer institution.

Math Course Options:

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

This placement meets Palomar College’s course requirements: SOC 180. Check with a counselor to ensure this course meets the requirements for your transfer institution.

Math Course Options:

Your degree requires you to take CSIT 128.

•    CSIT 128 (Foundations of Data Science – 4 hrs/wk): An introduction to the foundations of data science from three perspectives: inferential thinking, computational thinking, and real-world relevance with skills in computer programming and statistical inference.

Math Course Options:

Your degree requires you to take CSIT 128, if you have not yet successfully completed the prerequisite course, then you will need to take one of those first. 

•    CSIT 128 (Foundations of Data Science – 4 hrs/wk): An introduction to the foundations of data science from three perspectives: inferential thinking, computational thinking, and real-world relevance with skills in computer programming and statistical inference.

Pre-requisite Course Options:

•    MATH 115E (Trigonometry – 5 hrs/wk): A course covering the concepts of trigonometry.

Those who do not want additional support, have the option to take the non-enhanced version MATH 115 (3 hrs/wk).

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

Those who do not want additional support, have the option to take the non-enhanced version STAT C1000 (4 hrs/wk).

•    MATH 135 & Math 97 (Pre-Calculus Enhanced – 7 hrs/wk): A course intended to prepare you for calculus.

Those who do not want additional support, have the option to take the non-enhanced version MATH 135 (5 hrs/wk).

Math Course Options:

Your degree requires you to take CSIT 128, if you have not yet successfully completed the prerequisite course, then you will need to take one of those first. 

•    CSIT 128 (Foundations of Data Science – 4 hrs/wk): An introduction to the foundations of data science from three perspectives: inferential thinking, computational thinking, and real-world relevance with skills in computer programming and statistical inference.

Pre-requisite Course Options:

•    MATH 115E (Trigonometry – 5 hrs/wk) : A course covering the concepts of trigonometry.

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

•    MATH 135 & MATH 97 (Pre-Calculus Enhanced – 7 hrs/wk): A course intended to prepare you for calculus.

Math Course Options:

This pathway does not have specific math requirements, so it is suggested you take one of the following to ensure you meet the General Education Math requirement.

•    MATH 101 (Practical Math: Quantitative Reasoning – 3 hrs/wk): Develop and understand the math behind linear and exponential growth, financial literacy, and predicting outcomes through probability.

Those who want additional support, have the option to take the enhanced version Math 101E (5 hrs/wk).

•    STAT C1000 (Elementary Statistics – 4 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

Those who want additional support, have the option to take the enhanced version STAT C1000E (6 hrs/wk).

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    BUS 204 (Quantitative Business Analysis – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course for the applied sciences 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.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

If your program is for a local degree (Certificate of Proficiency, Certificate of Achievement, AA, or AS) and do not plan to transfer to a 4-year institution, you can take also take the following course:

•    MATH 100 (Exploring Mathematics – 3 hrs/wk): Exploration of Mathematics is a liberal arts mathematics survey course designed primarily for students whose programs of study have no further mathematics requirements. Its purpose is to develop an awareness of the use of mathematics in the world around us.

Those who want additional support, have the option to take the enhanced version Math 100E (5 hr/wk).

Click on this link to see Palomar Associate Degree General Education Requirements in Area 2 that also satisfy Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning.

Math Course Options:

This pathway does not have specific math requirements, so it is suggested you take one of the following to ensure you meet the General Education Math requirement.

•    MATH 101E (Practical Math: Quantitative Reasoning – 5 hrs/wk): Develop and understand the math behind linear and exponential growth, financial literacy, and predicting outcomes through probability.

Those who do not want additional support, have the option to take the non-enhanced version or Math 101 (3 hrs/wk).

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

Those who do not want additional support, have the option to take the non-enhanced version or STAT C1000 (4 hrs/wk).

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    BUS 204 (Quantitative Business Analysis – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course for the applied sciences 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.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

If your program is for a local degree (Certificate of Proficiency, Certificate of Achievement, AA, or AS) and do not plan to transfer to a 4-year institution, you can take also take the following course:

•    MATH 100E (Exploring Mathematics – 5 hrs/wk): Exploration of Mathematics is a liberal arts mathematics survey course designed primarily for students whose programs of study have no further mathematics requirements. Its purpose is to develop an awareness of the use of mathematics in the world around us.

Those who do not want additional support, have the option to take the non-enhanced version or Math 100 (3 hrs/wk).

Click on this link to see Palomar Associate Degree General Education Requirements in Area 2 that also satisfy Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning.

Math Course Options:

This pathway does not have specific math requirements, so it is suggested you take one of the following to ensure you meet the General Education Math requirement.

•    MATH 101E (Practical Math: Quantitative Reasoning – 5 hrs/wk): Develop and understand the math behind linear and exponential growth, financial literacy, and predicting outcomes through probability.

•    STAT C1000E (Elementary Statistics – 6 hrs/wk): An introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data.

•    PSYC/SOC 205 (Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course focusing on quantitative and qualitative methods as applied to behavioral science data.

•    BUS 204 (Quantitative Business Analysis – 4 hrs/wk): An introductory statistics course for the applied sciences 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.

•    SOC 180 (Social Justice Statistics – 5 hrs/wk): An introductory course on elementary statistics for social justice. Emphasis is placed on basic data analysis techniques as well as statistical and probability concepts.

Note that these courses meet Palomar College’s requirements and you should meet with a counselor to determine if these courses satisfy the requirements for your transfer institution. In some cases, you may be required to take a STEM algebra or calculus course

If your program is for a local degree (Certificate of Proficiency, Certificate of Achievement, AA, or AS) and do not plan to transfer to a 4-year institution, you can take also take the following course:

•    MATH 100E (Exploring Mathematics – 5 hrs/wk): Exploration of Mathematics is a liberal arts mathematics survey course designed primarily for students whose programs of study have no further mathematics requirements. Its purpose is to develop an awareness of the use of mathematics in the world around us.

Click on this link to see Palomar Associate Degree General Education Requirements in Area 2 that also satisfy Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning.