Mathematics
Mathematics
The Associate in Science Degree in Mathematics for Transfer is designed to prepare the student for transfer to institutions of higher education and specifically intended to satisfy the lower division requirements for the Baccalaureate Degree in Mathematics at a California State University (but does not guarantee acceptance to a particular campus or major). It will also provide the student with a sufficient academic basis from which to pursue a career in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, and education.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Reason mathematically both abstractly and computationally.
- Create and analyze mathematical models.
Math
*For first term Math course please see MyPortal for your proper placement or see a counselor if you have AP scores of 3 or higher.
| Term 1 | Units |
|---|---|
| Art History 6/6H, Music 19, Dance 6/6H or Theater Arts 3 | 3 |
| English C1000/C1000H | 4 |
| Math 36* | 4 |
| Political Science C1000 | 3 |
| Term 2 | Units |
|---|---|
| Biology 18 or 19 | 3 |
| English 1B | 4 |
| Math 10 | 5 |
| Term 3 | Units |
|---|---|
| Anthropology 2 or Sociology 1, 2, or 12 | 3 |
| Communication Studies C1000 or 6 or 9 | 3 |
| History 15 | 3 |
| Math 1A | 4 |
| term 4 | Units |
|---|---|
| History 1 or 2 | 3 |
| Guidance 46 | 1 |
| Math 1B | 4 |
| Physics 4A | 4 |
45-63 units
| term 5 | Units |
|---|---|
| Elective | 1 |
| Math 1C | 4 |
| Physics 4B | 4 |
| Psychology C1000 | 3 |
64-75+ units
| term 6 | Units |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language (or two years of high school foreign language) | 5 |
| Math 2 | 4 |
| Math 3 (commonly required for UC) | 3 |
Associate in Science for Transfer Degree
The Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer degree will be awarded upon completion of 60 California State University (CSU) transferable units including the above major requirements and the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements and with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of 'C' or better (or a 'P' if taken as Pass/No Pass).
Milestones
- Complete English C1000 (transfer-level English)
- Complete Mat 1A (transfer-level math)
- Complete Entire Calculus Series
- Apply to Universities (CSU/UC application period Oct 1-Nov 30)
- Apply for ADT degree by beginning of spring term before transfer
- Complete RCC Graduation application (during your last term)
- Meet with your Counselor to Complete your Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP)
- Complete FAFSA (Oct 1st - Mar 2nd for priority)
- Meet with Geography Faculty Advisor for career opportunities
- Meet with your Counselor to update SEP (every semester)
- Meet with your Counselor for pre-graduation check
- Research Potential Clubs on Campus
- Participate in tutoring, student success workshops or supplemental instruction
- Visit the Career Center for Internship opportunities
- Research transfer institutions
- Attend Transfer workshops and Transfer Fair
- Participate in an internship/ job shadowing
- Participate in a research activity (meet with Faculty Advisor)
Careers for Mathematics Majors
Salaries Range : $81,400- $116,500
- Cryptographer
- Mathematician
- Economist
- Actuary
- Financial planner
- Investment analyst
- Statistician
- Operations research analyst