Mathematics

  • Overview

Provides a strong foundation in mathematics for students who want to major in mathematics at a 4-year institution.

What You'll StudyCourse Sequencing
LMA

Please note that transfer to many four-year colleges and universities may require the completion of four sequential semesters of World Languages. Transfer specialists recommend using electives to start language requirements at the community college prior to transfer.

Curriculum Documents

To plan degree completion, see the course descriptions in the academic catalog which specify the planned semester(s) in which required classes are to be scheduled.

This is just one way you might complete the Mathematics program in 4 semesters over 2 years of full-time study, or 8 semesters over 4 years of part-time study. (Sample course sequences assume that all pre-requisites have been satisfied and the student is prepared for college-level work.) For a detailed list of required courses, optional electives and program information, download the Mathematics program description from our official academic catalog.

Course descriptions are also available in the catalog. Find courses

Sample 2 Year Sequence of Courses
Fall 1Spring 1Fall 2Spring 2

MAT 201
ENG Comp. I
PCS 101 or PCS 141
Lab science (4 cr)
Beh and SS elective

MAT 202
ENG Comp. II
Beh and SS elective
Lab science (4 cr)
Hum/fine arts elective

MAT 203
MAT 205
ENG 200 level course
Open elective

MAT 204
His elective
Beh and SS elective
Open elective

Sample 4 Year Sequence of Courses
Fall 1Spring 1Fall 2Spring 2

MAT 107
ENG Comp. I
PCS 101 or PCS 141

MAT 108
ENG Comp. II

MAT 201
Lab science (4 cr)

MAT 202
Lab science (4 cr)

Fall 3Spring 3Fall 4Spring 4

MAT 203
Beh and SS elective

MAT 204
His elective
Beh and SS elective

MAT 205
Beh and SS elective

ENG 200 level course
Hum/fine arts elective

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing a course of study in this program will be able to:
  • Communication – Read, interpret, write about, and talk about mathematics
  • Computation – Develop computational, algorithmic, and technological problem-solving fluency
  • Abstraction – Work with abstract mathematical structures and generalize from the concrete to the abstract
  • Mindset – Develop collaborative skills, independence, perseverance, and experience with open-ended mathematical inquiry and using mathematics to solve problems in unfamiliar formats or contexts
  • Connection – Model real-world situations using mathematics in order to see connections to other fields

What's Next

Transfer to a Baccalaureate program in Mathematics or a related discipline.

By taking classes in a Liberal Arts option, students complete courses that help develop 100 and 200 course level knowledge and skills in a particular field. If you don't satisfy the requirements of a specific Liberal Arts option, you may still be able to fulfill the requirements of another option, or fulfill the requirements of the Liberal Arts General degree. Students are advised to work closely with their GCC advisor to select the specific courses that will help meet their career or transfer goals. Note: Students who complete a Liberal Arts option will graduate with the degree "Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts." Your area of concentration is reflected only in your transcript, not your diploma.