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Mathematics, Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)

Banner Code: 1_AST_MATH

Control Number: 32235

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By successfully completing the courses for the Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer Degree, students will gain a practical and theoretical understanding for future studies in mathematics. Students will be prepared for a baccalaureate degree in Mathematics. Students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the California State University system should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree to verify that a particular college acknowledges and accepts the Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer conferred by Orange Coast College.

Program Outcomes

  1. By successfully completing the courses for Mathematics major and Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer at Orange Coast College, the student will gain a practical and theoretical understanding for future studies in mathematics.  Students will be prepared for a baccalaureate degree in Mathematics.  Students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the California State University system should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree to verify that a particular college acknowledges and accepts the Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer conferred by Orange Coast College.
  2. Students who complete the Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer degree will be eligible and prepared for admission (SB 1440 and Education Code 66746) to California State University system schools.

Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements

The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:

  1. Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
  2. Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable courseworkWhile a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors require a higher GPAConsult with a counselor for more information.
  3. Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major as detailed in the Degree and Certificate section of this catalogAll courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C (or “P”) or better.
  4. Certified completion of the Cal-GETC/Breadth.
  5. A minimum of 12 units in residence within the Coast Colleges (Orange Coast College, Golden West College and/or Coastline College).
Course Title Units
Required Courses
MATH A180/A180HCalculus 15
MATH A185/A185HCalculus 25
MATH A280Calculus 35-6
or MATH A280H Calculus 3 Honors
List A - Select one course from the following:
MATH A235Applied Linear Algebra3-6
or MATH A285 Introduction to Linear Algebra and Differential Equations
or MATH A285H Introduction to Linear Algebra and Differential Equations Honors
List B - Select one course from the following (or any course not used from List A):4-5
Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
Introduction to Abstract Mathematics
Calculus-Based Physics: Mechanics with Lab
C++ Programming Language 1
Java Programming 1
Introduction to Statistics
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
Total Major Units 22-27
California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) 134
Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirementVaries
Total Degree Units60
1

Some program major units may also meet GE requirements.

Program Sequence - Cal-GETC

These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals. 

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
Semester 1Units
MATH A180
Calculus 1 1
or Calculus 1 Honors
5
Cal-GETC GE AREA 1A- CHOOSE ONE 3
Cal-GETC GE AREA 3A- CHOOSE ONE 3
Cal-GETC GE AREA 4- CHOOSE ONE 3
 Units14
Semester 2
MATH A185
Calculus 2
or Calculus 2 Honors
5
HIST A170
History of the United States to 1876 2
or History of the United States to 1876 Honors
or History of the United States Since 1876
or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors
3
Cal-GETC GE AREA 1B- CHOOSE ONE 3-4
Cal-GETC GE AREA 5B (no lab)- CHOOSE ONE 3 3
 Units14-15
Summer
Cal-GETC GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE 3
 Units3
Year 2
Semester 1
MATH A280
Calculus 3
or Calculus 3 Honors
5-6
POLS A180
American Government and Politics 3
or American Government and Politics Honors
3
ADT LIST A COURSE- CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) 3-5
Cal-GETC GE AREA 1C- CHOOSE ONE 3
 Units14-17
Semester 2
Cal-GETC GE AREA 5A (with lab)- CHOOSE ONE 3 4
ADT LIST B COURSE- CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) 4 4-5
Cal-GETC GE AREA 3B- CHOOSE ONE 3
ELECTIVE (UC/CSU TRANSFERABLE) 5 4-0
 Units15-12
 Total Units60-61
1

Satisfies Cal-GETC GE AREA 2

2

American Institutions Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement;  or choose one course from Cal-GETC Area 3B or 4 

2

American Institutions Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement;  or choose one course from Cal-GETC Area 4 

3

Lab can be taken with 5A or 5B

4

PHYS A185 - Satisfies Cal-GETC GE AREA 5B and lab

5

VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS. Not all courses are UC transferable. Please check with your counselor to ensure you have enough transferable units for your transfer goal.