Become a mathematician, financial analyst, actuary, or teacher!
Mathematics and number sense have never been more important. Coastline math classes can help you prepare for a certificate, earn a degree, transfer to another school, advance in your career, or just understand the world better. We recognize, however, that students have a huge variety in their schedules, requirements, and background, so we've made it easier than ever to find a math class that meets your needs. The College offers classes taught by professors in a variety of formats - including classroom, cable TV, hybrid or online - in 4-week, 8-week, 12-week and 16-week sessions.
Every class except Basic Mathematics and Statistics Pathway 1 requires either a prerequisite course or a multiple measures placement. Learn more on our Assessment webpage. If you have any questions, or want information on your textbook options, contact a Math Department Chairperson.
Mathematics involves the study of numerical calculations, problem solving, logic, quantitative patterns, and more.
State law AB 705 is now in effect. Placement testing has been eliminated. All students may enroll directly into transfer, college-level math. Placement is now based primarily on high school grades. Students who have been out of high school for more than 10 years, studied outside the U.S., or fall into other circumstances where high school grades do not apply should contact Counseling or visit our Assessment webpage for more information.
Course | Name | Prerequisite |
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MATH C030 | Intermediate Algebra | none |
MATH C045 | Combined Elementary/Intermediate Algebra | none |
MATH C046 | Statistics Pathway 1 | none |
MATH C091 and C096 Support Courses are 2-unit support courses for College Algebra and Introduction to Statistics. These support courses are recommended, or in some cases required, for students who:
Coastline also provides Math success resources to all students including free tutoring and the College Readiness Program.
Course | Name | Prerequisite |
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MATH C091 | Support for College Algebra | none |
MATH C096 | Support for Intro to Statistics | none |
Course | Name | Prerequisite |
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MATH C100 | Liberal Arts Math | MATH C030 or MATH C045 |
MATH C103 | Statistics for Elementary Teachers | MATH C030 or MATH C045 |
MATH C104 | Math for Elementary Teachers | MATH C030 or MATH C045 |
MATH C106 | Geometry For Elementary Teachers | MATH C030 or MATH C045 |
MATH C115 | College Algebra | MATH C030 or MATH C045 |
MATH C120 | Trigonometry | MATH C030 or MATH C045 |
MATH C140 | Business Calculus | MATH C115 |
MATH C150 | Finite Math | MATH C030 or MATH C045 |
MATH C160 | Intro to Statistics | MATH C046 and either MATH C030 or MATH C045 |
Course | Name | Prerequisite |
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MATH C170 | Precalculus | MATH C120 |
MATH C180 | Calculus 1 | MATH C170 or both of MATH C115 and MATH C120 |
MATH C185 | Calculus 2 | MATH C180 |
MATH C280 | Calculus 3 | MATH C185 |
MATH C285 | Intro to Linear/Differential Eq. | MATH C185 |
If you are a STEM student in high school, college or graduate school looking to pay for your education, you should be applying for scholarships!
Careers in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Math, Environmental Science, and Physics continue to be among the most in-demand and highest-paying available. Fortunately, Coastline has financial aid opportunities and a new STEM scholarship available for students interested in a STEM education. Students can lower the financial burden of tuition without taking out loans. This new STEM scholarship will also include internship and mentorship opportunities, offering you a chance to make valuable industry connections and gain experience at the nation's prominent companies.